Kompetensi Kepala Laboratorium

Summary

In this video, the head of the IPA Laboratory at SMP Negeri 5 Kepil shares their dedication to improving the quality of science education through the empowerment of the laboratory. The speaker outlines their six key competencies, including personal and social skills, organizational abilities, and effective administration. They highlight the importance of teamwork with colleagues, partnerships with universities, and use of technology for communication. The speaker also discusses efforts in program planning, evaluation, and innovation, emphasizing the significant role of the laboratory in fostering students' skills and enhancing scientific inquiry, including successful participation in extracurricular science competitions.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker introduces themselves as the head of the science laboratory at SMP Negeri 5 Kepil, Wonosobo, and discusses their role in improving the quality of science education.
• 😀 The first competency required for the head of the laboratory is personal competency, which includes being independent, disciplined, confident, precise, and responsible in carrying out tasks.
• 😀 The second competency is social competency, where the speaker emphasizes the importance of communication and collaboration with colleagues, including cooperation with universities for laboratory internship programs.
• 😀 The third competency is the ability to organize teachers, laboratory assistants, and technicians, although the school does not yet have dedicated lab assistants, so coordination with science teachers is necessary.
• 😀 The fourth competency involves managing administrative tasks such as creating annual work programs, scheduling lab activities, and developing laboratory improvement plans.
• 😀 The speaker mentions that administrative duties also include monitoring and reporting on laboratory activities every semester.
• 😀 The fifth competency is about monitoring and evaluation, including checking the condition of lab equipment and facilities and evaluating lab activities regularly, including once a month.
• 😀 The speaker evaluates laboratory programs annually to ensure improvements and to meet the needs of the school and its educational goals.
• 😀 The sixth competency is development and innovation, which involves attending training sessions to enhance lab management skills and applying new knowledge to improve the laboratory.
• 😀 The speaker also highlights the involvement of the laboratory in extracurricular activities, including research projects that have led to awards for students, demonstrating the lab's impact beyond regular classes.
• 😀 The speaker concludes by reaffirming their commitment to continuously improving the lab's infrastructure and resources to enhance the quality of science education and research at the school.

Q & A

What are the six competencies that the head of the laboratory must have?

The six competencies required for the head of the laboratory are: 1) Personal competence, 2) Social competence, 3) Organizing competence for teachers, laboratory assistants, and technicians, 4) Management and administrative competence, 5) Monitoring and evaluation competence, and 6) Development and innovation competence.

How does the head of the laboratory demonstrate personal competence?

The head of the laboratory demonstrates personal competence by being independent, disciplined, confident, meticulous, and responsible in carrying out tasks.

How is social competence displayed by the head of the laboratory?

Social competence is shown through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues in managing the laboratory, including cooperating with universities for laboratory internships and utilizing social media for communication.

What challenges exist regarding the organization of teachers, laboratory assistants, and technicians in the laboratory?

A challenge is that there are no dedicated laboratory assistants or technicians at the school, so the head of the laboratory must coordinate with the science teachers to manage and schedule laboratory activities.

What are the tasks involved in the management and administration of the laboratory?

Tasks include creating an annual work program, preparing the laboratory activity schedule with science teachers, developing a plan for laboratory development, and preparing biannual activity reports.

How does the head of the laboratory monitor and evaluate the laboratory's condition?

The head of the laboratory monitors the condition of laboratory equipment and facilities monthly or as needed. Additionally, the head evaluates the implementation of laboratory activities and the laboratory’s annual performance.

What steps are taken for the development and innovation of the laboratory?

The head of the laboratory attends various training sessions to improve laboratory management skills, implements learned knowledge, and supports extracurricular activities, such as scientific work, to foster innovation in the school laboratory.

How does the head of the laboratory contribute to the development of extracurricular activities like scientific work?

The laboratory is used for extracurricular activities, such as the Youth Scientific Work Competition. This initiative has led to achievements, such as two awards at the district level.

What is the importance of laboratory activities in supporting student learning?

Laboratory activities are important for helping students develop practical skills in using scientific equipment, conducting experiments, and writing reports, all of which are essential for their learning process.

How does the head of the laboratory ensure the laboratory's continuous development?

The head of the laboratory is committed to improving the laboratory by expanding and enhancing existing facilities, as well as adding new equipment and resources that are necessary for effective teaching and research.