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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
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)
INOVASI Supports the Ministry of National Development Planning/Bappenas at the Launch of the “Indonesia Education Roadmap 2025-2045”
Muhammad Ali Ramdhani (Secretary-General, MoRA), Anindito Aditomo (Head of BSKAP, MoECRT), Suharso Monoarfa (Minister of National Development Planning/Head of Bappenas), Muhammad Nuh (Minister of Education 2009-2014), Amich Alhumami (Deputy for Human Development, Community and Culture,
Making reading fun in Kaliamok Village, North Kalimantan
In September 2018, INOVASI commenced 27 grant-funded pilots, with 18 new grant partners. This grants initiative is a key part of our approach to expanding and strengthening engagement with Indonesia’s non-governmental education sector. One of