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

Getting to Know the Alphabet with the “I Like to Read” Method

Seniati is a grade 1 teacher at SDN 4 Tegal Maja state elementary school in Tanjung District, North Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB).

NTB Literacy Volunteers Support Learning during the Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced various activities to be limited. Schools are not allowed to carry out its regular activities, and children must learn from home. With these various limitations, children are unable to receive

Big Book Face-to-Face Training as a Learning Tool in Bangil Subdistrict

Big Books, or large book learning media, are learning tools that aim to improve students’ interest in learning.

Kodi Language Alphabet: Innovative Learning by Using the Mother Tongue

Rufina Kaleka has served as a teacher at Mata Kapore Catholic Elementary School for the last seven years.

Once a Week Face-to-Face Learning in Schools at Mt. Bromo during the Pandemic

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has affected most public service activities of the government, including the education sector. Based on the Minister of Education and Culture Circular Letter (SE) Number 4 of 2020, all

Ziadah’s Calling, Writing for Indonesian Children

For Ziadah, writing is a calling. She’s one of the authors of 15 illustrated children storybooks series recently published by Australia–Indonesia

Illustrious Teacher from NTB, Imam Subayil: Relying on Creativity to Teach

Last September, the Association of Lecturers at the Educational Institution of Educational Personnel or Lembaga Pendidikan Tenaga Kependidikan (LPTK) of West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) Province hosted many literacy competitions to commemorate International Literacy Day or

Two Literacy and Storytelling Champions from Bulungan, North Kalimantan: When Hard Work Pays Off

Muhammad Iksan, an 11 year-old fifth grade student of 013 Buluh Perindu Public Primary School in Tanjung Selor, Bulungan District, North Kalimantan stood in front of a crowd. At least a hundred people was watching

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)