Innovate to Educate

Erna Kusumawati

Innovate to Educate: Strategies for Effective Leadership in Modern Education

Authors

Dr. Erna Kusumawati, M.Pd

Keywords:

Innovative educational leadership, Strategies for education, Collaboration within educational institutions, Equitable education, Transformation in education, Overcoming educational challenges

Synopsis

"Innovate to Educate: Strategies for Effective Leadership in Modern Education" is a pivotal reference book penned by Erna Kusumawati, presenting a thorough examination of innovative educational leadership and its profound implications for the future of education. From a wellspring of knowledge and expertise, this handbook equips educators and leaders with priceless insights, strategies, and solutions to empower their pursuit of transformative education.

The reference initiates by submerging readers into the many-sided landscape of instigating innovative leadership within the education sector. It delves into the complexities of overcoming structural and systemic challenges that demand a nuanced comprehension and insightful decision-making. By exploring key hurdles such as limited resources, uncertainty, resistance to change, and the essentiality of specialized knowledge and skills, it underscores the imperative of embracing innovative practices to uplift the quality and progress of education.

Within its pages, readers uncover an extensive range of strategies geared towards surmounting the impediments and roadblocks they face. Stressing the importance of raising awareness and fostering a profound understanding of innovation, the handbook advocates for promoting a culture of creativity and collaboration within educational institutions. It provides practical methods for nurturing an environment that encourages original ideas and experimentation, creating room for innovative initiatives to prosper.

Furthermore, the reference accentuates the vital role of providing adequate support and resources to enable the successful implementation of innovative practices. It guides educators and leaders in refining crucial leadership abilities such as creative thinking, risk-taking, and facilitation of change. The significance of establishing meaningful collaborations with external partners, such as universities, industries, and non-profit organizations, is highlighted to harness additional resources, knowledge, and support for driving innovation in education.

In the quest for continuous improvement, the handbook champions the necessity of robust evaluation and feedback mechanisms for innovative initiatives. It advocates for a data-driven approach to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of innovative practices, thereby allowing leaders to identify triumphs, learn from failures, and make informed decisions for sustained improvement.

As the educational landscape swiftly evolves in the 21st century, the handbook envisages a future where innovative educational leadership becomes the catalyst for transformative change and progress. It stresses the urgency of embracing state-of-the-art technologies and nurturing 21st-century skills to ready students and educators for the global challenges on the horizon. The handbook supports a proactive and adaptable approach, empowering educators and leaders to navigate the dynamic educational landscape with assurance and foresight.

"Innovate to Educate: Strategies for Effective Leadership in Modern Education" stands as a testament to the collective efforts and determination of educators, institutions, and communities committed to shaping the future of education. With an inspiring voice, Erna Kusumawati invites readers to envision a world where innovative leadership lays the groundwork for an inclusive, vibrant, and transformative education ecosystem. This comprehensive handbook serves as an indispensable resource, offering precious insights for educators, administrators, policymakers, and stakeholders alike. It advocates for the power of innovation as the propelling force behind a brighter, more equitable, and progressive future in education. As readers embark on this transformative journey, they are equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to become agents of positive change in the realm of education.

Author Biography

Dr. Erna Kusumawati, M.Pd

Erna Kusumawati is a professional with diverse experiences and qualifications in the fields of Education, Teaching, and Community Service. Below is a summary of her profile. She was born in Bogor on March 19, 1976. Her email address is ernal9.dkijakarta@gmail.com.

Educational Background :
Doctorate (S3) in Educational Administration from UPI Bandung, 2015.
Master's (S2) in Educational Administration from UHAMKA Jakarta, 2009.
Bachelor's (S1) in Educational Administration from Universitas Negeri Jakarta, 1999.

The award that Erna has received is Satyalencana Pengabdian (Service Medal) for 10 years from the President of the Republic of Indonesia in 2013. This award was given as a form of recognition for her exceptional dedication in contributing and serving the community for a full decade. It serves as a testament to her high level of commitment in fulfilling her duties and responsibilities and is a testament to her relentless efforts in making a positive impact on society.

Erna Kusumawati has an impressive work history with diverse experiences and roles she has undertaken in various fields. Her career includes different positions and contributions in various organizations, educational institutions, and community service activities. Here is the work history of Erna Kusumawati, showcasing a diverse range of experiences and roles she has undertaken in various fields :

Mentor at Yayasan Griya Karya Kemal, 2022.
Chief Commissioner of PT. Sarana Indo Edu, from 2020 to the present.
Chairperson of Yayasan Sekar Garuda Indonesia, 2020.
Civil Servant Lecturer (Dosen PNS) at UHAMKA Jakarta, since 2018.
Vice Dean of the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training (FKIP) at Universitas MH. Thamrin Jakarta, from 2016 to 2018.
Chairperson of the Research and Community Service Institute at STMIK Nusa Mandiri Jakarta, from 2013 to 2016.
Lecturer at STKIP ArRahmaniyah, from 2010 to 2013.
Chairperson of Yayasan Brilliant Naurah Prapna, from 2009 to 2019.
Lecturer at Universitas Azzahra Jakarta, from 2001 to 2009.
Lecturer at STT PLN, 2001.
Head of the Administration Bureau of the Academy and Student Affairs at the Navy Pharmaceutical Academy, from 1999 to 2001.

Erna Kusumawati also has diverse experiences in various organizations, including :

Expert Council of the Early Childhood Education Trainer Association in DKI Jakarta, from 2022 to 2025.
Chairperson of the Community Service and Disaster Mitigation Division at IKA UN, since 2021 to the present.
Board of Supervisors at the Institute of Education Managers and Administrators of Indonesia, from 2021 to 2024.
Perwatusi (Bone Health Community Association) of DKI Jakarta, as the secretary, from 2021 to 2024.
Board of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) in DKI Jakarta, as the secretary, from 2020.
Promapi (Association of Education Administrators and Managers of Indonesia) Central, as the treasurer, from 2020 to 2025.
GOPTKI (Association of Government Employees of Indonesia) of DKI Jakarta, as the secretary, from 2020 to 2024.
Working Group for Early Childhood Education (POKJA Bunda PAUD) in DKI Jakarta, as a member in the Communication division, from 2019 to 2020.
Association of Indonesian Republic Lecturers (ADR), as a member since 2018.
ADI (Association of Indonesian Lecturers), as a member since 2016.
Parent Association (Ikatan Pemerhati, Praktisi, dan Ahli Parenting Indonesia), as the vice-secretary, since 2015.
Chairperson of the School Committee of SMAN 98, since 2019.
Women's Empowerment Unit (DWP) of DKI Jakarta, in the field of Education, from 2021 to 2024.
DWP of DKI Jakarta, as the secretary in the IT division, from 2015 to 2021.
Ismapi (Association of Indonesian Management Education Scholars), as the Head of the Research and Development Division, since 2011.
IOTA Indonesia, as a member since 2009.
Team of Family Welfare Empowerment (Tim Penggerak PKK) (Chair of Working Group II), from 2001 to 2020.
Secretary of the PKK Cooperation Team (Poksus TP PKK) of DKI Jakarta, from 2020 to 2021.
Chair of Working Group II of the PKK Cooperation Team (Poksus TP PKK) of DKI Jakarta, from 2015 to 2020.
Chair of the PKK Cooperation Team (TP PKK) in Cideng Sub-district, Central Jakarta, in 2015.
Chair of the PKK Cooperation Team (TP PKK) in Kebon Kosong Sub-district, Central Jakarta, from 2013 to 2015.
Chair of the PKK Cooperation Team (TP PKK) in Harapan Mulia Sub-district, Central Jakarta, from 2009 to 2013.

Erna is actively involved in teaching and serves as a Resource Person for the Integrated Entrepreneurship Program Training in DKI Jakarta from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she has been a Resource Person for the BKB (Early Childhood Education Development) Training in DKI Jakarta since 2015, as well as for Inclusive Education Training in DKI Jakarta since 2020. Erna is also engaged in guiding students' theses and dissertations.

Articles for accredited national journals and international journals indexed in Scopus are also written by Erna. Research is conducted by her every semester, and textbooks and popular books are authored.

Erna serves as a speaker for the Department of Education in DKI Jakarta since 2015, and she acts as a judge in various competitions, including the PAUD (Early Childhood Education) Cluster Competition at the DKI Jakarta level and other competitions from 2015 to 2020. Furthermore, she actively participates in various community service programs. She has been a facilitator and distributor of the Subsidized Food Program in DKI Jakarta from 2015 to 2020. Erna has made significant contributions, such as being involved in building the first RPTRA (Integrated Child-friendly Public Space) in Central Jakarta in 2015 and establishing BKB PAUD in Kupat Kumis from 2009 to 2015. She also mentors and supports PKK (Family Welfare Empowerment) cadres participating in competitions at the Provincial level in DKI Jakarta from 2005 to 2020. Additionally, Erna is engaged in supervising, monitoring, and evaluating the activities of the 10 Basic PKK Programs in neighborhoods from 2003 to 2015.

Erna has participated in various training programs, including technical guidance for the Certification Institute of Educational Administrators and Managers, accredited journal writing training, Online Journal System training, and various Training of Trainers (TOT) programs. Among the TOT programs, she attended the TOT Carik Jakarta conducted by TP PKK DKI Jakarta, TOT TPK3PKK/LPK3PKK/DAMAS by TP PKK Pusat, TOT Development of TPK3PKK materials by TP PKK Pusat, and TOT Implementation of the 10 Basic PKK Programs in RPTRA by TP PKK DKI Jakarta. She also underwent training as a Cooperative Manager conducted by the Department of Cooperatives and SMEs in DKI Jakarta and the Ministry of Cooperatives in Indonesia.

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