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Transformational Teacher Program Boosts English Competency in Surabaya Madrasahs

From Republika · (7m ago) Indonesian Positive tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Transformational Teacher Program in Surabaya aims to enhance the English language proficiency and teaching competencies of madrasah teachers.
  • The eight-month program, involving 30 teachers from 19 madrasahs, resulted in a significant improvement in English skills, with most participants moving from A2 to B1 level on the CEFR scale.
  • The program concluded with an English Festival, showcasing student and teacher achievements through competitions and reinforcing the importance of innovative teaching methods.

In Surabaya, the 'Program Guru Transformasional' (Transformational Teacher Program) is making significant strides in elevating the English language teaching capabilities within madrasahs. This initiative, spearheaded by PT Pegadaian, is not merely a short-term workshop but a comprehensive eight-month journey of training and mentorship designed to equip educators with advanced English skills and innovative pedagogical approaches.

Kami berharap para guru dapat menerapkan metode pembelajaran yang inovatif dan menyenangkan sehingga mampu meningkatkan kemampuan serta kepercayaan diri siswa

— Ahmad ZaenudinThe Regional Head of PT Pegadaian expressed hope that teachers would use innovative methods to boost student confidence and ability.

The program's impact is clearly measurable. An evaluation revealed a marked improvement in participants' English proficiency, assessed against the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). A majority of the 30 participating teachers, drawn from 13 Madrasah Tsanawiyah and 6 Madrasah Aliyah in Surabaya and Sidoarjo, advanced from an A2 level to a B1 level. This progression signifies a substantial leap in their ability to communicate and teach effectively in English, directly benefiting their students.

Ahmad Zaenudin, Regional Head of PT Pegadaian Kanwil XII Surabaya, expressed optimism that the program's influence will extend directly to classroom quality. "We hope the teachers can implement innovative and enjoyable learning methods, thereby enhancing students' abilities and self-confidence," he stated. This sentiment underscores the program's dual focus: improving teacher skills and fostering a more engaging learning environment for students.

Pelatihan bahasa Inggris sangat jarang kami dapatkan sehingga memberikan pengalaman yang menyenangkan untuk kami. Kami juga merasa lebih percaya diri saat mengajar di kelas

— Erda KustiahA participating teacher shared her positive experience with the training, noting the rarity of such opportunities and the resulting increase in her confidence.

The culmination of the program was the vibrant English Festival, a celebration of the learning journey and a platform for participants to showcase their progress. Events like spelling bees, school feuds, and news anchor competitions, involving both students and teachers, highlighted the practical application of the skills acquired. Erda Kustiah, one of the participating teachers, shared her enthusiasm, noting the rarity of such training opportunities and the boost in her confidence. The Ministry of Religious Affairs of East Java Province, through its Head of Division Sugiyo, lauded the program for enhancing teacher capacity, recognizing it as a vital effort to improve the quality of education in madrasahs, particularly in English language mastery.

Pelatihan ini membantu meningkatkan kapasitas guru di madrasah

— SugiyoThe Head of Division at the Ministry of Religious Affairs acknowledged the program's role in enhancing teacher capacity at madrasahs.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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