ELE SP Hold Hari Prodi to Welcome 2024 New Students

On September 12, 2024, Ahmad Dahlan University held an English Language Education Study Program Day (Prodi Day) as part of a series of Campus Program Introduction (P2K) activities for new PBI 2024 students. All new students, lecturers, teaching staff, students organization , and the ELE SP student community attended this event. The event was lively in Room 17, Floor 3, Main Building, from 08.00 to 16.00.

The Study Program Day was designed to introduce the English Language Education Study Program to new students in an engaging manner. The first session, led by the Head of PBI UAD Study Program, Sucipto Ph.D., and the Secretary of PBI UAD, Rahmi Munfangati, S.S., M.Pd., was not just a presentation of the vision, mission, and curriculum of PBI UAD. It was a lively session filled with games, singing, and rhymes, aimed at helping students get to know the lecturers and teaching staff better.

“I would like to welcome you to the ELE SP UAD Family. You need to know that ELE SP is one of the oldest study programs, where ELE SP was founded to have a goal, a vision, and a dream; its dreams are continuously studied and adapted to current developments. New students who choose ELE SP UAD, you are in the right place, enjoy your education and enjoy every process,” said Sucipto, Head of the ELE SP.

Mahasiswa Baru PBI Angkatan 2024

The second session, led by Astry Fajria, S.S., M.Pd., and Nur Rifai Akhsan, M.Pd., was dedicated to the Student Assistance Team. They explained the pivotal role of Students Assistance Team in assisting students, from participating in competitions to managing Ormawa. The session was interactive, with new students actively participating in an English quiz, where the winner received a door prize from the Student Assistance Team.

In the third session, which was no less exciting, students were introduced to student organizations (Ormawa) such as EDSA (English Department Student Association), EJT (Edsa Journalist Team), and the PeBei Theater Family. Aviq Yusuf Fernanda (Chair of EDSA), Teddy Prasetia (Chair of EJT), Anggi Aulia Rizki (Deputy Chair of the PeBei Theater Family), and Intan Rahma Deyaka (Deputy Chair of PALP) presented the vision, mission, and activities of each organization. New students looked enthusiastic and asked a lot about opportunities to join each organization.

Civitas Akademik PBI

The final session was the Mawapres session, where two outstanding students, Saniatul Arnikmah Asmuni (ELE SP alumnus) and Agam Ringga (7th-semester student), shared their experiences participating in the Sea Teacher and IISMA programs. Many new students were curious to participate in a similar program so they could study abroad, as evidenced by their enthusiasm to ask the two presenters questions.

English Education Study Program Day has become an essential and successful annual agenda thanks to the help of the Study Program Team and the P2K Committee (EDSA). Welcome to all new ELE SP UAD students! Be proud to be part of the ELE SP UAD Family.

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Alumni of the ELE SP Selected as Flag-Raising Troops at the 79th Indonesian Independence Ceremony in Thailand

On August 17, 2024, the Consulate of the Republic of Indonesia in Songkhla Province, Thailand, held a flag-raising ceremony to commemorate the 79th anniversary of the Proclamation of Independence of the Republic of Indonesia.  In this honorary agenda, four alumni of the Ahmad Dahlan University English Study Program (ELE SP UAD) were selected and participated as flag raisers members in the independence ceremony. The four alumni who have been given the honor to raise the Red and White are:

  1. Siti Aminah, S.Pd.,
  2. Hairunisya, S.Pd.,
  3. Ayu Wahyuni, S.Pd.,
  4. Firna Iranda, S.Pd.,

The independence ceremony was led by Consul General Suargana Pringganu, and attended by more than 600 guests, including consulate officials, members of the Consulate Women’s Association, as well as Indonesian citizens in southern Thailand.

The four ELE SP UAD alumni are International Teachers in the “ELE SP UAD Alumni Teaching” program in White Elephant Country, along with dozens of other alumni. Every year, Thailand routinely invites ELE SP UAD graduates to teach in that country.

Alumni PBI UAD

Ayu Wahyuni, who is one of the Flag raisers, explained that to become a flag raiser member through KRI Songkhla Thailand, the process is from KRI Songkhla Thailand to first open recruitment. After that, prospective members can register via the link provided. Next, they will take part in the interview stage. The final process is the announcement of the election results.

According to Ayu Wahyuni, this experience was precious and proud for her and her friends from ELE SP UAD Alumni. Together with them in the alum teaching program, they were raisers of the Red and White Heritage Flag in their home country.

“To prepare for training for more than two months. During the training, we were trained by the UN in physical training and discipline, as well as training in raising the red and white flag. “The feeling of being chosen to be one of the pack is happy and grateful because you have been given the opportunity and trust to represent the Indonesian people to raise the red and white flag in Thailand,” said Ayu Wahyuni.

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UAD English Language Education Study Program Lecturers Hold an Educational Exchange on Teaching Literacy and Numeracy

On Thursday, August 22, 2024, Ahmad Dahlan University (UAD) Yogyakarta, in collaboration with the College of Arts and Sciences, Teacher Education Department of Pontevedra Campus, Philippines, successfully held an international educational exchange event with the theme “Best Practice in Literacy and Numeracy Teaching in Yogyakarta.” This event was held at Balay Hipona Elementary School as part of the CHALK (Comprehensive and Holistic Approach in Uplifting Struggling Learners’ Knowledge) Project. This event was attended by 167 participants, including teachers and parents of students from Hipona Elementary School and lecturers from the Teacher Education Department of Capiz State University, Philippines.

This event marked the collaborative relationship between Ahmad Dahlan University, Yogyakarta and Capiz State University, Philippines. At this event, there was a presentation by Dr. Ani Susanti, M.Pd.B.I., a leading academic from UAD. In his presentation, Dr. Ani Susanti shared in-depth insights about innovative and practical approaches to teaching literacy and numeracy that had been implemented in Yogyakarta. His presentation provided valuable guidance regarding best practices in teaching literacy and numeracy for the Filipino and Indonesian educators who attended.

Dr. Ani Susanti, M.Pd.B.I., Dosen PBI, Gelar Pertukaran Pendidikan

Dr. Ani Susanti, M.Pd.B.I., was also one of the lecturers of ELE SP who was active in various international projects. His presentation provided valuable insight for educators from Indonesia and the Philippines who attended.

Also present was Muhammad Sayuti, M.Pd., M.Ed., Ph.D., as Dean of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Ahmad Dahlan University. He expressed his deep appreciation for this event.

“We were very proud to be able to participate in this extraordinary event. This collaboration was an exchange of knowledge and a step forward in strengthening relations between the two countries. We hoped that this collaboration would continue and provide wider benefits for the world of education,” he said.

Civitas Capiz State University

The design of this program was to introduce good practices and provide a platform for educators from Indonesia and the Philippines to share experiences, ideas, and teaching strategies. This program also reflected the strong commitment between UAD and Capiz State University of the Philippines in improving the quality of education through international cooperation. It was also hoped that the involvement of the academic community, through initiatives like this, would further strengthen the quality of education between the two countries.

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ELE SP Lecturer Introduced Jumputan Batik to the Philippines

Rifky Dora Wijayati,S.Pd., M.Hum., Ph.D., lecturer in English Language Education Study Program, has successfully introduced Indonesian Jumputan Batik in Capiz State Univesity Pilar, Philippines. Through the Community Extension program he initiated, Rifky succeeded in attracting attention and raising the enthusiasm of the academic community to elevate Indonesia’s cultural heritage to an international level.

The Community Extension Program from Capiz State University was held with the title Weaving Culture and Community: A Collaborative Journey in Batik Making. This program was attended by 32 participants, consisting of representatives of lecturers and students from 9 campuses under Capiz State University, as well as four additional representatives from the large main campus. This program aims to provide participants with skills and knowledge about making batik using simple equipment, namely rubber bands, and introduce and teach the shibori technique for making Batik Jumputan.

Jereline, a participant, expressed that the enthusiasm of the participants was palpable throughout the event, underscoring the significant impact of the program.

“This was an extraordinary experience that not only enriched our insight into Indonesian culture but also allowed us to contribute to introducing it to our community in the Philippines,” he said.

Rifky Dora W, Ph.D. bersama mahasiswa Capiz State University

Rifky Dora, as a source, said that.

“I feel thrilled and proud to be able to participate in this Community Extension program, especially in introducing the art of Jumputan Batik using the shibori technique at Capiz State University. This collaboration is not only about sharing knowledge but also about strengthening cultural and community relationships. “The enthusiasm of the participants is very inspiring, and I hope this will be the start of a sustainable collaboration that will introduce Indonesia’s cultural heritage to the whole world,” she said.

As a follow-up, the participants will return to their respective campuses to conduct Batik Jumputan training in their communities, with full support from Extension Chairs. This program not only strengthens educational and cultural relations between Indonesia and the Philippines but also ensures the sustainability of the initiative by spreading knowledge and appreciation of Indonesia’s cultural heritage.

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One of students of ELE SP UAD Got Competency Certification from BNSP

On August 20, 2024, Eryke Sukma Widiarna, a female student class of 2021, received a competency certificate from the National Professional Certification Agency for Qualifications in 3 Fields of Job Training and Certification in the Sub-field of Instructor Group Work Training, which was held by the Professional Certification Institute, Ahmad Dahlan University on July 26, 2024. More than 20 students have taken this certification, which is located in the Microteaching Lab, 6th Floor, Lab Building, Ahmad Dahlan University.

The certification reference is SKKNI Number 333 of 2020 concerning Determination of Indonesian National Work Competency Standards 3 Categories of Rental and Leasing Activities, Without Option Rights, Employment, Travel Agents and Other Business Support Main Classes of Employment Activities in the Field of Standardization, Job Training and Certification. In this qualification, 11 Competency Units must be mastered to qualify.

According to Eryke Sukma, he took part in quite several selection stages. These include file registration, file selection, interview selection, live demonstrations, written tests, and checking administrative completeness. Each stage was designed to test different aspects of the participants’ skills and knowledge, making the process rigorous and comprehensive.

“I got this information from Maam Astry, ELE SP Lecturer, then I decided to take part, and this was the first time I took the competency test; the competency test process was carried out in just one day, starting from 07.00 WIB until 16.00 WIB. The examiner was Mr Fariz Setyawan. “I was the only ELE SP student who took part in this competency; many of the other participants were from the Mathematics Education Study Program, Biology Education Study Program, and  Guidance and Counseling Study Program,” she said

To take the Competency Test, participants must be active as a UAD students from the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, at least semester six, and have passed the Microteaching and Educational Management courses. This certification is valuable because BNSP Indonesia directly issues it. Eryke Sukma said the most memorable experience was during a live demonstration.

“Previously we were asked to make an activity plan (here we write the target of the activity, goals, and achievements) then I was asked to demonstrate the event/activity that I had previously created (can be likened to microteaching), here there was also a direct interview session regarding the activities that we will carry it out, it is quite challenging for me, but thank God, I am very happy because I was able to pass this certification. I couldn’t have done it without the support of the study program, which provided me with the necessary resources and guidance. I hope I can make good use of this certification,” he said.

So, that was the story of one of the ELE SP students who successfully passed the certification. The story above can inspire and motivate us all.

 

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