Learning Resources

The Learning Gap Series 4 – Bounce Back Stronger: Learning Recovery After the Pandemic A Case Study of INOVASI Partner Schools

Research conducted by INOVASI at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic revealed that school closures significantly led to less effective learning and decreased the overall quality of education. The decline in the quality of education

The Learning Gap Series

The Learning Gap Series 1 – Beyond Letters and Numbers: The COVID-19 Pandemic and Foundational Literacy and Numeracy in Indonesia The study aims to identify learning gaps between what the standards set for students to

Infographic: Build Back Stronger: Post Pandemic Learning Recovery

After two years of studying during the pandemic, how are the conditions of student learning outcomes, especially in terms of literacy and numeracy? What can both government and schools do to encourage student learning recovery?

The Learning Gap Series 3 – A widening gap: Impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on Indonesia’s most marginalised students

‘INOVASI undertook a Learning Gap Study (LGS) in 2021 to understand the status of students’ learning and the potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on early-grade students in Indonesia. The study intended to inform curricular,

Study of Teacher Perceptions of Gender Norms in the Management and Leadership of Female Principals: High Competence Amidst Inequality of Support

Cakra Wikara Indonesia (CWI), supported by the INOVASI program, has conducted two series of interrelated studies on the theme of female leadership as school principals. This is a second research of an initial study conducted

The Learning Gap Series 2 – Reforming Indonesia’s Curriculum: How Kurikulum Merdeka Aims to Address Learning Loss and Improve Learning Outcomes in Literacy and Numeracy

Beginning in late 2019, the Indonesian government embarked on a series of systemic education reforms, collectively referred to as Merdeka Belajar (Emancipated Learning). These reforms are set to improve learning outcomes, promote quality, and equitable education for

Policy Implementation and Sustainability: Qualitative Study of the Policies for Literacy and Multigrade Approaches in Batu City and Probolinggo with the Specific Challenge of the COVID-19 Pandemic

INOVASI has assisted 17 local governments in initiating and implementing various educational policies and programs. In this study, we focus on the following three policies: (1) Regulation by the Regent of Probolinggo No. 62 of

The Learning Gap Series 1 – Beyond Letters and Numbers: The COVID-19 Pandemic and Foundational Literacy and Numeracy in Indonesia

In 2020, with the COVID-19 pandemic spreading across Indonesia and around the world, INOVASI (the Innovation for Indonesia’s School Children) and the Indonesian Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology (MoECRT) initiated a study of

Qualitative Study of Child Marriage During the COVID-19 Pandemic in East Java, West Nusa Tenggara, and East Nusa Tenggara

The government has taken important steps to reduce the number of child marriages, but the pandemic is predicted to increase the number of child marriages. Data shows that the number of child marriages and applications

Capacity Building in Central Lombok through Virtual Teacher Working Groups

The existence of the Online KKG, which was initiated in 2019, has been truly beneficial during the pandemic. Using the Online KKG, teachers have been able to discuss the learning conditions in their respective schools

Data Driven Policy-Making to Improve Education Quality and Access in Nagekeo, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT)

In Nagekeo District, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) Province, the government is working to formulate data-driven policies to ensure targeted decision-making.

Improving the Quality of Learning Services in Bulungan, North Kalimantan, through a Teacher Working Group (Kelompok Kerja Guru/KKG)

The Bulungan Education and Culture Office (Dinas Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan, or Disdikbud) must address this special situation due to the limited infrastructure. Based on the survey results by Disdikbud and INOVASI, it was found that

Community Collaboration and Reading Parks Optimize Learning

INOVASI collaborated with several community groups and Community Reading Gardens (Taman Baca Masyarakat) across five partner districts in East Nusa Tenggara Province to support teachers and parents in providing effective educational services and learning assistance

Tracking Student Attendance Using Online App

After the pandemic hit, suddenly all learning activities had to be carried out online. This affected the teachers, including Wahidatul Husnia, S.Pd., a grade three teacher at MI Miftahul Ulum Sumbersuko Islamic elementary school in

Strengthening Educational Activities in Sumenep through Monitoring and Evaluation Implementation

During the pandemic, supervisors are required to know the learning activities carried out by teachers and understand emergency curriculum implementation; they are also expected to be able to carry out their duties and functions online.

Teachers in West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) Demonstrate More Creativity During the Pandemic

As a 5th-grade teacher at SDN Inpres Tawali, Wera Subdistrict, Bima District, Abdul Rahman—better known as Pak Arman—found ways to navigate the limited teacher–student interaction by simplifying learning materials and using visual media to support

Big Book: An Easy, Affordable, and Contextual Learning Resource

Sejak pertama kali diciptakan sekitar 2400 SM lalu, buku telah menjadi sumber utama pengetahuan dan terus menjadi alat bantu pembelajaran hingga saat ini. Bentuknya pun semakin beragam. Selain dalam bentuk cetak seperti yang digunakan selama

Counting Dreams: How Numbers Are Changing Young Lives

In the quiet classrooms of Sidoarjo, Ponorogo, and Gresik in East Java, Indonesia, a silent revolution is unfolding

Unlocking Learning Through Language: How Embracing Mother Tongue Language Can Change Lives

Indonesia is home to over 700 local languages, each deeply rooted in culture and identity. But for many children, stepping into school means leaving behind the language they know best. Lessons are taught in Bahasa

Transforming Education in Remote Areas: Utilizing Technology for Inclusive Learning

ASI ASLI (Aplikasi Saring Literasi Anak Sekolah Indonesia) is an innovative digital application developed under the CERDAS program by Universitas Mataram (UNRAM) and supported by INOVASI – the Australia-Indonesia Partnership Program. – ASI ASLI is

Raising Awareness: Microplastics and Their Impact on Students’ Health and Learning in Indonesia

Children in Indonesia face an invisible threat. Their home, the world’s largest archipelagic nation, is now facing a growing plastic pollution crisis. Microplastics—tiny particles of plastic—are now found in water, soil, air, and food, posing

Overcoming Learning Challenges and Embracing Diversity

Putri is a student who has emotional barriers to learning. However, through a responsive approach, her teachers were able to create an inclusive learning environment that enabled her to overcome difficulties and showcase her potential.

Celebrating National Teachers’ Day: A Light in Sumbawa

Mrs. Astuti, 39, uses teaching tools made from bamboo waste, cardboard, and cork to teach students mathematics. This local solution address learning challenges for students in remote area such as Sumbawa. Written by: Junaedi Uko

INOVASI and Puspeka Collaboration in Strengthening Violence Prevention Capacity in Educational Institutions in INOVASI’s Provincial Partners

Head of the Character Strengthening Centre, Rusprita Putri Utami, delivered the opening remarks at the training launch titled "Capacity Building for the Violence Prevention and Response Module in Educational Institutions for Task Forces and the

Australia-Indonesia Partnership Receives Prestigious Award for Educational Contributions

INOVASI has received the Appreciation of Real Actions for Learning Recovery by Strengthening Literacy and Numeracy award from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology at the Gelar Aksi Nyata Pemulihan Pembelajaran (Gerak Mulia)