URGENSI PENGEMBANGAN KARAKTERISTIK KELOMPOK BELAJAR PENDIDIKAN LUAR SEKOLAH (STUDI PADA KELOMPOK BELAJAR PAKET B)

Abstract

This research was conducted in an effort to seek alternatives for developing the characteristics of the Paket B study group as part of the Non-Formal Education (PLS) unit. More specifically, this study aims to analyze: (1) the condition of the Paket B study group in Siulak Kerinci District, (2) efforts to develop the characteristics of Non-Formal Education study groups, (3) the roles that PLS personnel can play in developing the characteristics of the Paket B study group. The research method used is a qualitative method in the form of expost-facto. The required data were collected through observation, interviews, and literature studies. There were 16 informants. The research results show that the development of the characteristics of the Paket B Study Group in Siulak Kerinci District has experienced significant improvement, especially in terms of quality. Management efforts to develop the characteristics of the Paket B study group were carried out by providing motivation to the learners and the surrounding community. Similarly, there were improvements in the quality of management, learning resources, and the provision of facilities and infrastructure. The roles played by PLS personnel include acting as motivators, facilitators, dynamizers, and communicators.