Pamomong: Journal of Islamic Educational Counseling

Subjective Well-being of Students in Vocational High Schools: Portraits from the Sundanese and Javanese Ethnic Groups

Humairah Azzahrah — 2024-12-04

The phenomenon of subjective well-being among vocational high school students has garnered considerable attention, particularly in light of the high levels of anxiety many students face due to academic and social pressures. This study aims to delineate the profile of subjective well-being among students at SMK Provita Bandung and to identify differences in subjective well-being based on demographic characteristics. Employing a comparative study method, the research involved a sample of 157 students selected through stratified random sampling. Data on subjective well-being were collected using an inventory developed by the researcher, grounded in Ed Diener's theory, and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical techniques (ANOVA). The findings reveal that students' subjective well-being levels are categorized as moderate across the dimensions of pleasant experiences, unpleasant experiences, and life satisfaction. No significant differences were observed in subjective well-being concerning grade level, gender, age, or ethnicity. However, noteworthy differences were found based on characteristics of social contact. These results underscore the necessity for programs to enhance students' social interactions and cultivate an environment conducive to fostering connections, ultimately improving their subjective well-being.

Psychodrama Guide to Addressing Self-Esteem in Vocational High School Students from an Islamic Perspective

Awalya Siska Pratiwi — 2024-12-04

The problem of self-esteem is very closely related to and influences the emotional, social, personality, and cognitive aspects of every human being, so if this problem is not resolved immediately, it will affect other things in the future. This development research aims to create a guidebook product for counselors that is interesting and easy to understand. The guidebook is about psychodrama to overcome students' self-esteem problems. The development used is following the development of Borg and Gall (1983). The steps used in development research up to the seventh stage are by needs, namely up to the product revision stage after material expert testing, media expert testing, and testing of potential product users (counselors) at SMK Negeri 6 Malang. The results show that the psychodrama guidebook received a score from guidance and counseling material experts with an inter-rater agreement model showing very high criteria of 1, media experts of 3.2, and potential product users (counselors) of 3.4. Based on expert assessments, it was concluded that the guidebook was very suitable for use.

How Can the Discipline of Muslim Students Be Improved? Testing the Effectiveness of Self-Regulated Learning Technique

Roiyan One Febriani — 2024-12-04

Discipline is a form of obedience and compliance by an individual to the values and norms prevalent in the community. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of self-regulated learning (SRL) in enhancing Muslim students' discipline. This research adopts a quantitative approach with a pretest-posttest control group design. Twelve Muslim students were selected as research subjects using purposive sampling techniques. The experimental group comprised six individuals, while the control group comprised six. Data analysis was conducted using the Wilcoxon test. The results of the Wilcoxon test showed p= .027; p<.05 for the experimental group and p= .026; p<.05 for the control group. Based on the hypothesis test, it was proven that H0 is rejected. This indicates that the SRL technique is equally effective than the reality approach, although the average discipline improved more than other interventions. The findings of this study suggest that Self-Regulated Learning is one of the techniques that can be employed to enhance the discipline of Muslim students.

Portrait of Social Anxiety Among Muslim Adolescent in Malang City

Muhammad Ali Najich — 2024-12-04

Social anxiety is common among high school students, impacting their development. This study examines students social anxiety prevalence in Malang, Indonesia. Using a quantitative descriptive survey method, data were collected from 346 students through cluster random sampling. A social anxiety scale based on La Grace's theory was employed to explore in which aspect students social anxiety. The survey revealed that beliefs in negative assessments (37%) were the highest, followed by social avoidance of new situations (36%) and general social avoidance (27%). Overall, social anxiety in this group is moderate. This study discuss that embedding Islamic and cultural values to address student’s social anxiety may provide effective support for Guidance and Counseling services. Future research should investigate specific values for interventions and consider longitudinal studies to understand their long-term effects.

The Relationship between Nomophobia and Learning Motivation Muslim Students in Java

Monalisa — 2024-12-04

This research aims to assess the level of nomophobia among students and their learning motivation and explore the relationship between these two factors. Utilizing a quantitative methodology with a correlational approach, the study sampled 356 students from across the island of Java through convenience sampling techniques. Data was collected via a nomophobia questionnaire (NMP-Q), which consists of 16 items with a reliability score of .899, and a learning motivation scale with 13 items and a reliability score of .847, distributed through WhatsApp. The data analysis involved quantitative descriptive analysis and Pearson product-moment correlation analysis. The findings reveal that students exhibit a high level of nomophobia while their learning motivation is low. Additionally, there is a significant inverse relationship between nomophobia and learning motivation, indicating that higher levels of nomophobia are associated with lower motivation to learn. Conversely, lower levels of nomophobia correlate with increased learning motivation. These research findings can serve as a foundation for counselors to develop appropriate interventions to address nomophobia and enhance students' motivation to learn.

Openness and Warmth in the Digital World: Examining Therapeutic Relationships in Online Counseling in Javanese Culture

Fajar Rosyidi — 2024-12-04

The advancement of digital technology has significantly transformed counseling practices, including those in Indonesia. This study explores the therapeutic relationships in online counseling, particularly as the cultural values of togetherness and openness characteristic of Javanese society influence them. A qualitative approach, employing a phenomenological study design, was utilized for this research. The subjects included 15 participants, comprising eight counselors and seven clients, selected through purposive sampling techniques. Data collection involved in-depth interviews, non-participant observation, and documentation. Techniques such as data triangulation and member checking were employed to ensure data validity. The findings reveal that while non-verbal communication barriers and limited personal interaction pose challenges, digital counseling expands access to services. Interestingly, in some cases, clients exhibit greater openness, benefiting from the anonymity and physical distance that digital platforms provide. This study emphasizes the significance of adopting a culturally informed counseling approach to enhance the quality of therapeutic relationships in the digital era.