ORGANISASI PROFESI GURU BERDASARKAN JENJANG PENDIDIKAN ~ Edisi Kuliah Profesi Keguruan

Summary

The speaker discusses the significance of teacher organizations in fostering professional development and unity among educators. They explain the evolution of teacher compensation, from historical struggles to the present-day benefits such as certification and salary standardization. The speaker also touches on the role of various educational organizations, including PGRI and IG, in advocating for teachers' welfare and training. The importance of teachers' collective efforts in improving education and supporting one another is emphasized, along with a reflection on the historical roots of educational systems in Indonesia.

Takeaways

• 😀 Teacher organizations play a crucial role in the development and unification of teachers across Indonesia.
• 😀 The primary goals of teacher organizations include enhancing teacher competencies, uniting teachers, and advocating for their welfare.
• 😀 Teachers must join specific groups based on their educational level, such as KKG for elementary school teachers or PGRI for all education professionals.
• 😀 The struggle for teacher rights in Indonesia dates back to the colonial period, where teachers needed certifications from the Dutch government to teach.
• 😀 Teachers today enjoy benefits like salaries, certification allowances, and pensions, which have evolved from earlier struggles.
• 😀 Different types of teachers (private and public) receive varying pay, but there are equalization programs such as inpassing to standardize salaries across sectors.
• 😀 Some teachers can be directly appointed as civil servants (CPNS), bypassing the usual age restrictions if they fall under certain categories.
• 😀 Teacher organizations also advocate for issues beyond salary, such as improving teaching quality and developing educational policies.
• 😀 Teacher organizations in Indonesia range from those focusing on religious education (under the Ministry of Religious Affairs) to those under the Ministry of Education and Culture.
• 😀 The organization PGRI plays a significant role in the ongoing advocacy for teachers' welfare, while other organizations focus on the development of teaching techniques and innovations.
• 😀 The speaker emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong educational focus and avoiding the dilution of purpose when introducing new fields of study or faculties in educational institutions.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of the teacher's organization mentioned in the script?

The main purpose of the teacher's organization is to develop teachers' competencies and to unite them. It also plays a crucial role in advocating for teachers' welfare.

What historical context does the speaker provide regarding the education system in Indonesia?

The speaker mentions the past challenges faced by teachers during the colonial era, including the requirement for certification by the Dutch government. Over time, the education system improved, including better salaries and benefits for teachers.

What does 'ordonansi guru' refer to in the context of the education system?

'Ordonansi guru' refers to the regulation during Dutch colonial times that required teachers to have certification from the Dutch government in order to teach.

How did the teacher's compensation change over time according to the speaker?

Initially, teachers had functional allowances, such as a yearly allowance of 2.52 million IDR. Later, with the introduction of certification, teachers received additional allowances, with private school teachers getting 1.5 million IDR per month and public school teachers receiving a higher salary.

What is the significance of the K2 program mentioned in the script?

The K2 program allowed teachers who could not meet the age requirements for regular civil servant recruitment (CPNS) to be directly appointed as civil servants (PNS), bypassing the age limitation.

What is the role of organizations like PGRI in the teacher's professional life?

Organizations like PGRI (Indonesian Teacher Association) play a key role in advocating for teachers' welfare, including certification and salary improvements. They also help unite teachers in various educational activities.

What are KKG and its importance in the context of the education system?

KKG (Kelompok Kerja Guru) is a teacher's working group, where teachers from the same grade level meet monthly to collaborate on lesson planning, develop teaching materials, and create common tests for all schools in the same area.

What is the difference between the education system under the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag)?

Schools under the Ministry of Education fall under general education, while schools under the Ministry of Religious Affairs, such as madrasas, focus on religious education. These two systems have separate organizations and regulations.

How does the speaker describe the role of pesantren (Islamic boarding schools) in Indonesia’s education history?

Pesantren, or Islamic boarding schools, were established long before the Dutch colonial period and were an integral part of Indonesia's education system. The speaker notes that pesantren and the Dutch education system coexisted but were separate in their governance.

What is the significance of creating a university focused on both religious and general education, as mentioned in the script?

The speaker highlights the importance of creating a university that balances both religious and general education. The goal is to maintain the distinct characteristics of Islamic education while also integrating modern, secular subjects to provide a well-rounded education.