School Citizenship Education Through YPAR: What Works? A Mixed-Methods Study in Italy

2021 ◽  
pp. 074355842110355
Author(s):  
Cinzia Albanesi ◽  
Gabriele Prati ◽  
Antonella Guarino ◽  
Elvira Cicognani
Keyword(s):  
High School Students ◽  
Citizenship Education ◽  
School Environment ◽  
Youth Voice ◽  
Participatory Action ◽  
School Students ◽  
Teachers Perceptions ◽  
What Works ◽  
Perceptions Of Students

The aim of this study was to assess the quality of the processes of a Youth-led Participatory Action Research (YPAR) citizenship education project by examining a 2-year intervention that involved 43 Italian high school students. We collected qualitative data (focus groups with students and interviews with teachers) to capture participants’ perspectives, as well as longitudinal quantitative data to monitor the process over time (assessing school climate, perceived quality of participation, and group participation norms). The results revealed that YPAR was successful in reducing hierarchy, facilitating group activities, and recognizing youth voice, thus changing students’ perception of their school environment and views on participation and active citizenship. The intervention also changed teachers’ perceptions of students. YPAR proved to be a suitable option for citizenship education in school.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Democracy Education Implementation in Public Education in Central Schools in Surakarta

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (6S3) ◽  
pp. 651-654
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Citizenship Education ◽  
School Environment ◽  
Democratic Education ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
School Students ◽  
Democracy Education ◽  
Community Environment

This paper aims to evaluate: Evaluation of the implementation of democratic education in the learning of Pancasila and Citizenship Education in Surakarta City Senior High School. Research method with a qualitative approach with observation, documentation and interviews. Data analysis techniques by collecting data, reducing data and drawing conclusions. Test the validity with the triangulation method. Students are trained to be open and dare to express their opinions, respect the opinions of students, can improve the quality of communication interactions between fellow students, teachers, schools and students with their communities. 2) The results of the study evaluated the implementation of democratic education in the subjects of Pancasila Education and Citizenship Education in Surakarta City Senior High School. Students are not seen as objects, but students have been viewed as subjects in the learning process. The results of the study, can be applied in the learning process of democratic education on Pancasila and Citizenship Education subjects compiled in the RPP compiled by the Surakarta City Pancasila and Citizenship Education subject teacher. The implementation is in the learning process, adapted to the conditions of each high school in Surakarta City. The involvement of the school environment and the community environment to support learning also depends on the school environment and the community environment of the students. The novelty in this research is that the school began to involve the school environment and the community environment in learning democracy education. However, not all schools are able to involve the school environment and the community environment to organize democratic education.

scholarly journals THE CORRELATION BETWEEN THE QUALITY OF SCHOOL LIFE AND SOCIAL COMPETENCES AMONG HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

2017 ◽  
pp. 107-128
Author(s):  
Senada Fejzić
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
School Environment ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
School Life ◽  
School Students ◽  
Quality Of School Life ◽  
Social Competences ◽  
Development Of Students

The development of social competences represents an integrated part of an individual’s development and is important for the proper functioning within the society. The excessive focus of school on the students’ cognitive development more often leads to neglecting the development of students’ social competences, which are crucial to the students’ healthy prosocial development. Social competences are analyzed within the fields of pedagogical and psychological sciences, lately being attached particular importance. The most convenient for exploring the level of the development of social competences is the school environment, given that students spend most of the time there. The aim of our research was to investigate the correlation between the quality of school environment and social competences among high school students (technical and general-education high schools). The present study results were obtained employing a content analysis method (the theoretical part), a survey method, and a survey technique. The results show that the quality of school life is strongly correlated to the level of the development of students’ social competences. The strongest correlation is observed in the subcategories: general school satisfaction, social integration and preparation for the future, while in the sub-categories of negative feelings toward school and learning experience the correlation is partial. The findings of the current paper might serve as a prelude to planning programs, within school curricula, aimed at improving students’ social competences.

scholarly journals A Life-Based Citizenship Education Textbook for Vocational High Schools

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 242
Author(s):  
M. Alifudin Ikhsan
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
High Schools ◽  
Character Education ◽  
Citizenship Education ◽  
Vocational High School ◽  
School Students ◽  
Decent Life ◽  
Vocational High Schools

This article discusses learning innovations for developing decent life-based textbooks in Vocational High Schools. The study produced a product in the form of a Pancasila and Citizenship Education textbook integrated with character values. This book was developed based on the characteristics of Vocational High School students, the character education content and applicable learning curriculum. The assessment of media experts, design and learning experts shows this learning book is valid. The results of trials on students indicate that this learning book can be used to improve the quality of learning, but a number of dimensions of special practicality need to be considered in the next testing phase.

scholarly journals Engaging Youth In Creating A Healthy School Environment: A Photovoice Strategy

2012 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 97-106
Author(s):  
Carol Henry ◽  
Dan Ramdath ◽  
Judy White ◽  
Sharon Mangroo
Keyword(s):  
High School Students ◽  
Needs Assessment ◽  
School Environment ◽  
Training Session ◽  
School Facilities ◽  
School Students ◽  
Community Recommendations ◽  
Cost Efficient ◽  
Senior High School Students

This study examined a pilot participatory needs assessment that was conducted with nine senior high school students from Port of Spain, Trinidad. Photovoice was used to engage these students in critical dialogue about their perceptions of issues affecting their health. Trained graduate students facilitated a 3-day training session in photovoice technique/ethics, writing narratives, critical reflection and dialogue with these students. Once trained, they were given disposable cameras and asked to photograph their school environment and document their thoughts on what they had photographed. After collation of photos and dialogue, seven health themes emerged. The most recurring themes included quality of the food served at schools, need for safe, clean and well-maintained school facilities, and role modeling by teachers, parents and community. Recommendations to address the concerns identified were discussed by the participants. The study concluded that conducting needs assessment, which concentrates on the voices of those affected, can be a first step in creating successful and cost-efficient programs and interventions tailored to specific groups. A needs assessment using photovoice should be a technique considered by school staff, government leaders, health professionals, and NGOs.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Democracy Education Implementation in Public Education in Central Schools in Surakarta

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (6S4) ◽  
pp. 651-654
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Citizenship Education ◽  
School Environment ◽  
Democratic Education ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
School Students ◽  
Democracy Education ◽  
Community Environment

This paper aims to evaluate: Evaluation of the implementation of democratic education in the learning of Pancasila and Citizenship Education in Surakarta City Senior High School. Research method with a qualitative approach with observation, documentation and interviews. Data analysis techniques by collecting data, reducing data and drawing conclusions. Test the validity with the triangulation method. Students are trained to be open and dare to express their opinions, respect the opinions of students, can improve the quality of communication interactions between fellow students, teachers, schools and students with their communities. 2) The results of the study evaluated the implementation of democratic education in the subjects of Pancasila Education and Citizenship Education in Surakarta City Senior High School. Students are not seen as objects, but students have been viewed as subjects in the learning process. The results of the study, can be applied in the learning process of democratic education on Pancasila and Citizenship Education subjects compiled in the RPP compiled by the Surakarta City Pancasila and Citizenship Education subject teacher. The implementation is in the learning process, adapted to the conditions of each high school in Surakarta City. The involvement of the school environment and the community environment to support learning also depends on the school environment and the community environment of the students. The novelty in this research is that the school began to involve the school environment and the community environment in learning democracy education. However, not all schools are able to involve the school environment and the community environment to organize democratic education.

scholarly journals One Song, Many Voices: Dementia and The Power of Music

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 775-775
Author(s):  
Debra Sheets ◽  
Stuart MacDonald ◽  
Andre Smith
Keyword(s):  
High School Students ◽  
Social Inclusion ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Social Connections ◽  
Social Connection ◽  
School Students ◽  
Choral Singing ◽  
Novel Approach ◽  
Care Partners

Abstract Choral singing is a novel approach to reduce dementia stigma and social isolation while offering participants a sense of purpose, joy and social connection. The pervasiveness of stigma surrounding dementia remains one of the biggest barriers to living life with dignity following a diagnosis (Alzheimer Society of Canada, 2018). This paper examines how a social inclusion model of dementia care involving an intergenerational choir for people living with dementia, their care partners and high school students can reduce stigma and foster social connections. Multiple methodologies are used to investigate the effects of choir participation on cognition, stress levels, social connections, stigma, and quality of life. Results demonstrate the positive impact of choir participation and indicate that this socially inclusive intervention offers an effective, non-pharmacological alternative for older adults living with dementia in the community. Discussion focuses on the importance of instituting meaningful and engaging dementia-friendly activities at the community level.

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