Empowering Communities: Strategy for Improving Quality of Education in South Kalimantan

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10.2991/978-2-38476-374-0_23How to use a DOI?

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Education; Empowering Communities; Improving Quality

Abstract

Community empowerment plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of education, particularly in South Kalimantan, Indonesia. This paper explores various community empowerment strategies implemented in educational institutions, focusing on their relevance to improving educational outcomes, social cohesion, and economic self-reliance. The study employs a qualitative approach, analyzing models such as pesantren-based religious and vocational integration, collaborative school-community partnerships, and school-based management frameworks. Findings indicate that pesantren serve as hubs for community-driven initiatives, combining religious and practical education to foster entrepreneurial skills and digital literacy. Collaborative partnerships between schools and local stakeholders enhance ownership, accountability, and resource mobilization, while school-based management empowers communities to tailor educational programs to their unique needs. However, challenges such as resource limitations, resistance to change, and insufficient community engagement were identified as barriers to effective implementation. The results underscore the importance of participatory and inclusive approaches in community empowerment, offering a pathway for sustainable educational development. This study contributes actionable insights for policymakers, educators, and community leaders to optimize the role of education in fostering societal transformation and sustainability in South Kalimantan.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Herlina Sari
AU  - Ahmad Alim Bachri
AU  - Ahmad Suriansyah
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/03/13
TI  - Empowering Communities: Strategy for Improving Quality of Education in South Kalimantan
BT  - Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Environmental Learning Educational Technologies (ICELET 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 270
EP  - 276
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-374-0_23
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-374-0_23
ID  - Sari2025
ER  -