The program was organized by the West Java Center for Teachers and Education Personnel Development (BBGTK) in collaboration with Persatuan Islam (Persis).
In his remarks, Deputy Minister for Primary and Secondary Education Atip Latipulhayat emphasized that deep learning is one of the ministry’s priorities in addressing various challenges in teaching and learning processes at primary and secondary schools.
“Deep learning is not a new curriculum, but an approach that requires teachers to master subject matter comprehensively. Its main priority is determining what to teach before how to teach,” Atip said in a written statement issued in Jakarta on Sunday.
He noted that many current learning issues stem from students’ limited ability to contextualize material, including in mathematics and languages.
Based on recent assessment results, he added, many students understand basic mathematical concepts but struggle to apply them in real situations. Similar challenges are evident in reading and comprehension skills, both in Indonesian and English.
Atip also underscored three key pillars of deep learning: meaningful learning, the ability to contextualize knowledge in daily life, mindful learning, and joyful learning to ensure that the learning process is enjoyable for both teachers and students.
“Learning should not take place under pressure. Teachers must also be freed from unnecessary administrative burdens so they can focus on teaching,” he said.
The deputy minister further highlighted the importance of continuously improving teachers’ competencies and qualifications.
According to Atip, the Indonesian government continues to expand support for teachers, including learning facilities, scholarships for qualification upgrades, and allowances for non-civil servant teachers.
“The government is paying close attention to improving the quality of education, from upgrading facilities to increasing support for teachers. Teachers’ competencies must continue to be strengthened, especially mastery of content as the foundation of deep learning,” Atip said.
The training program was attended by 236 participants, consisting of 172 early childhood education (PAUD) teachers and 64 primary school teachers, who received guidance from BBGTK West Java instructors specializing in various fields.
Meanwhile, 106 school principals took part in the program, including 61 PAUD principals, 26 primary school principals, 13 junior high school principals, four senior high school principals, and two vocational school principals from educational institutions under the Persis network.
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