Enhancing teacher competencies in ESD: a framework for professional development

Lia Susanti; Asep Herry Hernawan; Laksmi Dewi; Dudun Najmudin; Rohim Abdurohim

doi:10.17509/jik.v21i4.75831

Abstract

Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) equips students with the knowledge and skills to address global sustainability challenges. However, the effectiveness of ESD largely depends on the competencies of teachers. This article aims to develop a comprehensive framework for improving teachers' competencies in ESD. This research uses a qualitative approach, literature review, qualitative content analysis, secondary case study, and conceptual design methods. The framework identifies essential competencies, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical decision-making, that educators must possess to integrate sustainability principles into their teaching practices effectively. Additionally, the paper explores professional development strategies that can support teachers in acquiring these competencies, such as continuous training, collaborative learning, and experiential education. The findings suggest that a holistic approach to professional development is necessary to empower teachers and enable them to foster a sustainability-oriented mindset in their students. By implementing this framework, educational institutions can contribute to preparing future generations to engage actively in sustainability efforts. This study highlights the importance of teacher competencies in ESD and provides actionable recommendations for policymakers and educational leaders to enhance teacher training programs and promote sustainability education in schools.

Abstrak

Pendidikan untuk Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (ESD) memainkan peran penting dalam membekali siswa dengan pengetahuan dan keterampilan yang diperlukan untuk menghadapi tantangan keberlanjutan global. Namun, efektivitas ESD sangat bergantung pada kompetensi guru. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan kerangka kerja komprehensif untuk meningkatkan kompetensi guru dalam ESD. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode tinjauan literatur, metode analisis konten kualitatif, studi kasus sekunder, dan metode desain konseptual. Kerangka kerja ini mengidentifikasi kompetensi penting, termasuk berpikir kritis, pemecahan masalah, dan pengambilan keputusan etis, yang harus dimiliki pendidik untuk secara efektif mengintegrasikan prinsip-prinsip keberlanjutan ke dalam praktik pengajaran mereka. Selain itu, artikel ini mengeksplorasi strategi pengembangan profesional yang dapat mendukung guru dalam memperoleh kompetensi tersebut, seperti pelatihan berkelanjutan, pembelajaran kolaboratif, dan pendidikan berbasis pengalaman. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa pendekatan holistik terhadap pengembangan profesional sangat diperlukan untuk memberdayakan guru dan memungkinkan mereka untuk membina pola pikir yang berorientasi pada keberlanjutan di antara siswa mereka. Dengan menerapkan kerangka ini, lembaga pendidikan dapat berkontribusi dalam mempersiapkan generasi mendatang untuk secara aktif terlibat dalam upaya keberlanjutan. Studi ini tidak hanya menyoroti pentingnya kompetensi guru dalam ESD tetapi juga memberikan rekomendasi yang dapat diterapkan bagi pembuat kebijakan dan pemimpin pendidikan untuk meningkatkan program pelatihan guru dan mempromosikan pendidikan keberlanjutan di sekolah.

Kata Kunci: kompetensi guru; pengembangan profesional; pendidikan berkelanjutan; pendidikan untuk pembangunan berkelanjutan

Keywords:

continuing education education for sustainability development professional development teacher competencies

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