Chalim Journal of Teaching and Learning

The Effect of School Culture and Work Commitment on School Quality

Achmad Krisbiyanto — 2025-01-13

This study explores the impact of school culture and work commitment on the quality of education at YPI Al-Multazam Mojokerto, both individually and collectively. Employing a quantitative approach, data were gathered through questionnaires distributed to all teachers and staff using a total sampling technique. The independent variables, school culture and work commitment, were analyzed against the dependent variable, school quality. Hypothesis testing was conducted using t-tests (partial analysis) and f-tests (simultaneous analysis). Findings reveal that school culture significantly influences school quality, while work commitment alone does not show a notable effect. However, when combined, school culture and work commitment have a significant positive impact on school quality. These results underscore the importance of fostering a strong, positive school culture as a cornerstone for creating a supportive and conducive learning environment. Furthermore, the findings highlight the need to enhance teacher commitment to boost performance and productivity. This study provides valuable insights for educational institutions aiming to sustain and improve school quality by focusing on cultural values and employee dedication as key drivers of success

Principals' Intellectual Stimulation Strategies and Teachers' Job Satisfaction in Public Secondary Schools in Ilorin East, Nigeria

Rasheedat Oladunni Ajape — 2025-01-19

This study investigates the relationship between principals' intellectual stimulation strategies and teachers' job satisfaction in public secondary schools in Ilorin East, Nigeria. The research addresses three primary questions and one hypothesis regarding the impact of leadership strategies on teacher satisfaction. A total of 323 questionnaires were distributed to teachers but 212 completed responses were suitable for analysis. The findings revealed a significant positive correlation (r = 0.696, p < 0.05) between principals' intellectual stimulation strategies and teachers' job satisfaction. Specifically, strategies such as fostering professional development, encouraging collaboration, and promoting innovative teaching practices were positively associated with higher levels of job satisfaction among teachers. The results underscore the importance of transformational leadership in enhancing teacher morale and engagement. In conclusion, the study highlights that effective intellectual stimulation practices implemented by school principals significantly contribute to improving teachers' job satisfaction. It was recommended that professional development programs should be established to equip principals with the skills necessary to foster such an environment, ultimately benefiting both educators and students in the Nigerian educational landscape.

Optimalisasi Pembelajaran Dengan Media Berbasis Android dan Metode Flipped Learning di Lembaga Bahasa

Imriani Idrus — 2025-02-15

The use of technology in education allows the development of innovative learning media. Android-based learning media, for example, can be integrated with the flipped learning method to increase learning effectiveness. Flipped Learning is a learning model that changes the conventional way of learning. If usually the material is taught in class and assignments are done at home, in flipped learning, students study the material independently at home and discuss or do assignments in class. whereas in the flipped learning method, the material is first provided via learning videos which students must watch at home or anywhere via smartphone devices. In contrast to conventional learning, where students tend to passively receive material, in flipped learning, students more actively participate in discussions and collaboration to complete assignments in class. The teacher acts as a facilitator who guides the learning process. The specific aim of the research is to see the effectiveness of using Android-based learning media which will be applied to the Flipped Learning learning method at the LIA Makassar Language Institute and to find out its attractiveness, convenience and usefulness. Meanwhile, the general aim of the research is to encourage the achievement of the objectives of the research strategic plan of the Bina Adinata Bulukumba Institute of Technology and Business. Implementation of Android-based learning media which includes preparation stages (readiness of teaching materials/learning materials, software and hardware), data analysis stages, testing stages and subsequent development stages. With this Android-based learning media, it is hoped that it will increase creativity and motivate students so that their learning outcomes increase and students can complete their learning on time.

Principals' Facilities Maintenance Measures and Administrative Effectiveness in Private Secondary Schools in Kwara State, Nigeria

Adeseko Sunday Olaifa — 2025-02-18

Maintaining physical infrastructure in private secondary schools is particularly critical because these institutions operate in a highly competitive environment where their reputation is tied to academic performance and the quality of their facilities. This study investigated the relationship between principals' facilities maintenance measures and administrative effectiveness in private secondary schools in Kwara State, Nigeria. The study was guided by two research questions and four research hypotheses. The descriptive survey of the correlational type was adopted for the study. The population of this study comprised 7,869 senior secondary school teachers. A sample of 250 teachers was selected using purposive and simple random sampling techniques. A researcher-designed instrument titled "Principals' Facilities Maintenance Measures and Administrative Effectiveness Questionnaire (PFMMAEQ) was utilised for data collection. The findings of this study revealed that principals in private secondary schools in Kwara State implement preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance measures for their facilities. Similarly, the level of administrative effectiveness in private secondary schools in Kwara State is high. There is a significant relationship between principals' facilities maintenance measures and administrative effectiveness in private secondary schools in Kwara State. It was recommended that principals establish a comprehensive facilities maintenance framework that integrates preventive and emergency maintenance measures for consistent and effective management of school facilities. Principals should maintain a high level of administrative effectiveness by engaging in continuous professional development and fostering collaboration among school staff to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.