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Message from the Director
Praise Allah the Almighty, because of His blessings SEAMEO Regional Centre for QITEP in
Mathematics has successfully conducted several programmes since it was launched in
2009. During its first and second year, SEAMEO Regional Centre for QITEP in Mathematics
has run programmes, as mentioned in the 2010/2011 Annual Report, to enhance the
quality of mathematics education in SEAMEO member countries. In the third year, the
Centre has also successfully held various programmes, including regional training and in-
country courses in which the Centre has reached several Indonesian regions and one
country in its effort to spread the quality enhancement of mathematics teachers and
education personnel.
The 2011/2012 Annual Report presents a brief description of SEAMEO Regional Centre
for QITEP in Mathematics programmes done within the year. The programme includes
workshops, regular courses, in-country courses, regional training, benchmarking,
international symposium, International seminar, research, short courses, the 2nd
Governing Board Meeting, Regional Wide Assessment meeting, and journal publishing.
This Annual Report is a glance of the Centre’s performance and mandate in executing the
programmes in its third year.
In this regard, we wish to extend our deep appreciation to the Ministry of Education and
Culture of the Republic of Indonesia, SEAMEO Secretariat, SEAMEO Council Official, and
other Centres in SEAMEO for their continuous support of SEAMEO Regional Centre for
QITEP in Mathematics. Our appreciation also goes to all the Governing Board Members
for the wisdom and great support as well as ideas for improving the programmes of the
Centre.
The high commitment, experience sharing, and networking among education institutions
in SEAMEO, affiliate members, and associate members support the Centre to provide its
best service in improving the quality of mathematics education in Southeast Asia.
Director, SEAMEO QITEP in Mathematics, Indonesia Prof. Subanar, Ph.D.
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Table of Contents
Message from the Director ........................................................................................................ i
Table of Contents ..................................................................................................................... iii
Vision, Mission, Values, Goals and Motto ................................................................................. 1
Executive Summary ................................................................................................................... 2
Workshop ............................................................................................................................... 2
Course .................................................................................................................................... 2
Information Dissemination .................................................................................................... 3
Management .......................................................................................................................... 3
Future Agenda........................................................................................................................ 4
KRA I ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Regional Leadership .................................................................................................................. 5
Workshop on Course and Research Preparation .................................................................. 5
Regular Course ....................................................................................................................... 7
In-country Course ................................................................................................................ 10
Regional Training ................................................................................................................. 11
Benchmarking ...................................................................................................................... 13
International Symposium ..................................................................................................... 14
International Seminar .......................................................................................................... 15
General Lecture .................................................................................................................... 15
Research ............................................................................................................................... 16
Short Course ........................................................................................................................ 17
KRA 2 ........................................................................................................................................ 19
Regional Visibility ..................................................................................................................... 19
The 2nd Governing Board Meeting ....................................................................................... 19
Regional Wide Assessment Meeting ................................................................................... 19
Journal Publishing ................................................................................................................ 20
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KRA 3 ........................................................................................................................................ 23
Solid Resources Base ................................................................................................................ 23
Organization Chart ................................................................................................................... 25
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SEAMEO QITEP in Mathematics
Vision, Mission, Values, Goals and Motto
Vision
To be a centre of professional excellence in the area of mathematics education for
teachers and education personnel within the framework of sustainable development.
Mission
To develop and enhance professional excellence of mathematics teachers and education
personnel through capacity building, resources sharing, information exchanges, research
and development, and networking within SEAMEO member countries.
Values
1. Professionalism
2. Togetherness
3. Innovative
4. Productive
5. Democratic
6. Accountable
7. Continuous Improvement
8. Global Minded
9. Credible
Goals
1. To cater for the needs of improving the quality of mathematics teachers and
education personnel in the region
2. To promote sustainable professional development for teachers and education
personnel in the area of mathematics education
3. To establish extensive networks, information exchange and sharing of best
practices in the area of mathematics education among SEAMEO member
countries
4. To provide intellectual forums on mathematics education innovation
Motto
We make people learn mathematics easily and joyfully
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Executive Summary
SEAMEO Regional Centre for QITEP in Mathematics (hereafter called as QITEP in
Mathematics) is consistently improving its quality and service in developing and
improving the quality of mathematics teachers and education personnel in the Southeast
Asian region.
In fiscal year 2011/2012, QITEP in Mathematics has successfully conducted several
programmes including workshops, regular courses, in-country courses, regional training,
benchmarking, research, international symposium, international seminar, research, short
courses, the 2nd Governing Board Meeting, Regional Wide Assessment meeting, and
journal publishing. These activities, on one hand, prove that the Centre is strongly
enthusiastic to implement the programmes of the Five-Year Development Plan. On the
other hand, they have become challenges for the Centre to overcome to actualize its
commitments.
Workshop
From July 2011 to June 2012, QITEP in Mathematics conducted 7 workshops to prepare
materials for courses and other academic programmes in the Centre which were
supported and funded by the Government of Indonesia. These workshops involved 110
participants consisting of mathematics teachers, education personnel, experts, college
students, as well as structural and functional officials and staff of both QITEP in
Mathematics and PPPPTK Matematika (Centre for Development and Empowerment of
Mathematics Teachers and Education Personnel/CDEMTEP).
Course
QITEP in Mathematics delivered 4 regular courses. The titles for those regular courses are
Course on Joyful Learning in Mathematics Education for Primary School Teacher, Course
on Developing Lesson Study in Mathematics Education for Primary School Teachers, and
Course on Clinical Supervision in Mathematics Education. Course on Joyful Learning in
Mathematics Education for Primary School Teacher was held from 2 to 22 July 2011 and
followed by 25 elementary school teachers from Southeast Asian countries. Another
course with the same title was conducted from 26 March to 15 April 2012 and attended
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by 24 participants from 6 SEAMEO member countries. Course on Developing Lesson Study
in Mathematics Education for Primary School Teachers was dated 23 April to 13 May 2012
and Course on Clinical Supervision was held on 21 May to 10 June 2012.
In 2011, the Centre conducted 3 in-country courses; 1 in Lao PDR and 2 in Indonesia. The
first course, which was conducted in Lao PDR and held on 26 September to 2 October
2011 entitled ‘In-country Course on Clinical Supervision’. Thirty school supervisors
participated in the course. The next two courses were conducted in Indonesia. On 28
October to 2 November 2011, the ‘In-country Course on the Utilization and Development
of IT-based Software for Mathematics Junior High School’ was held in Asahan, North
Sumatera, Indonesia. The course was followed by 30 participants. The ‘In-country Course
on Teacher-made Teaching Aids’ was held at Bodon Elementary School, Yogyakarta,
Indonesia, and attended by 30 elementary school teachers.
Besides regular and in-country courses, the Centre also conducted 3 regional trainings
entitled ‘Joyful Learning in Mathematics Education for Primary School Teachers’. They
were conducted in three provinces in Indonesia; Bali, Makassar and North Sumatera. The
regional training conducted in Bali was held on 24 to 29 November 2011. On 14 to 19
December 2011, the next regional training was held in Makassar, South Sulawesi. Medan,
North Sumatera became the province where the last regional training was held, it was
dated 17 to 22 December 2011. The regional training was followed by 30 participants
each.
Information Dissemination
Information about QITEP in Mathematics is disseminated through various media, such as
leaflet, booklet, CD, and internet. The information consists of the Centre’s profile,
programmes, course materials, and others.
Management
At the moment, the Centre is lead by a Centre Director. The Director is assisted by an
Acting Deputy Director for Programme, an Acting Deputy Director for Administration, a
research specialist, a training specialist, an IT specialist, and four Acting Heads of
Divisions. Nevertheless, the position of Acting Deputy Director for Programme has been
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vacant since January 2012, while the position of Acting Deputy Director for
Administration has been vacant since March 2012.
The Centre is located in the compound of PPPPTK Matematika/CDEMTEP. Recently, the
Centre has 15 administrative staff and 3 seconded staff from CDEMTEP.
Future Agenda
In the fiscal year 2012/2013, QITEP in Mathematics will be conducting various activities as
stated in its Five-Year Development Plan. These activities, such as courses, benchmarking,
regional wide assessment meeting, etc., are intended to enhance the quality of
mathematics teachers and education personnel in the Southeast Asian region. In addition,
QITEP in Mathematics will also conduct a research block grant programme. It is intended
to gather findings and innovation in the field of mathematics education. The research
block grant will be awarded not only to mathematics teachers but also mathematics
experts (lecturers, teacher trainers, and supervisors). In turn, it is expected that the
research will enhance the quality of mathematics education.
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KRA I Regional Leadership
In the fiscal year 2011/2012, QITEP in Mathematics has conducted 8 workshops on course
and research preparation, 4 regular courses, 3 in-country courses, 3 regional training, 2
benchmarking, 1 international symposium, 1 international seminar, 2 general lectures, 1
research, and 6 short courses. The details of each activity are as follows.
Workshop on Course and Research Preparation
During the period of July 2011 to June 2012, QITEP in Mathematics has conducted 8
workshops on course and research preparation. The workshops were held to prepare the
materials for courses and other academic programmes in the Centre. The list of the
workshops is written in the following table.
No. Title Date Participant Venue
1. Developing Learning
Model/ Try out 15 August 2011
15 SD Muhammadiyah
Condongcatur (Elementary School)
15 SMP N 1 Bantul (Junior
Secondary School)
15 SMA N 1 Jetis (Senior
Secondary School)
2. Developing Learning
Model/Revision 16-18 August 2011 20
QITEP in Mathematics
3.
Preparation for the Governing Board
Meeting 22-23 August 2011 16
4. Developing Learning Model/Finalization
12-14 September 2011 20
5.
Block Grant Research/Designing
and Formulating Research Block Grant
Guideline
28-31 March 2012 10
6.
Finalization of Structure Programme
and Syllabus 2-3 April 2012 15
7. Finalization of Hand-
out Materials 4-5 April 2012 15
8. Workshop on Designing
Working Paper 16 – 17 April 2012 20
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Workshop on Developing Learning Material/Try out
Workshop on Developing Learning Material/Revision
Workshop on Preparation for the 3nd Governing Board Meeting
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Regular Course
QITEP in Mathematics conducted 2 regular courses on Joyful Learning in Mathematics
Education for Primary School Teachers, 1 regular course on Developing Lesson Study in
Mathematics for Primary School Teachers, and 1 regular course on Clinical Supervision in
Mathematics Education in fiscal year 2011/2012.
The table below shows the regular courses held in fiscal year 2011/2012:
No. Title Date Participant Venue
1. Course on Joyful Learning in Mathematics Education for
Primary School Teachers 2-22 July 2011 25
SEAMEO QITEP in Mathematics
2. Course on Joyful Learning In Mathematics Education for
Primary School Teachers 26 March-15 April 2012 24
3.
Course on Developing Lesson Study in Mathematics
Education for Primary School Teachers
23 April – 12 May 2012 24
4.
Course on Clinical Supervision in Mathematics
Education for Junior and High School Supervisor,
Principal and Vice Principal
21 May – 10 June 2012 22
Workshop on Developing Learning Material/Finalization
Workshop on Developing Learning Material/Finalization
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The course on joyful learning enabled participants to learn and practice teaching
mathematics using joyful activities. They were taught to use teaching aids, games, video
and interactive activities to increase mathematics understanding. As mentioned in the
title of the course, its target is primary school teachers from Southeast Asian countries. In
the first Course on Joyful Learning in Mathematics Education for primary school teachers
2011, the participants experienced mathematics learning through origami with Prof. Dr.
Masami Isoda from Tsukuba University, Japan. Each SEAMEO member country, Brunei
Darussalam, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, The
Philippines, Timor Leste, Vietnam and Indonesia, sent its delegate(s). The later joyful
learning course was attended by elementary school teachers from Brunei Darussalam,
Cambodia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Thailand, The Philippines, and Vietnam.
During the course on lesson study, 24 participants learned the basic concepts of “plan”,
“do” and “see” in lesson study. In this course, the participants gained much experience
from Prof. Dr. Masami Isoda from Tsukuba University on implementing lesson study.
Outdoor Mathematics at Borobudur Temple in Course on
Joyful Learning in Mathematics Education for Primary
School Teacher 2011
Joyful Learning in the Classroom
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The course on clinical supervision was dedicated to supervisors, principals and vice
principals. During the course, participants obtained insights on mutual coordination and
collaboration in administration and educational programmes in schools. Prof. Frederick
Leung (University of Hong Kong) presented materials on the Concepts and Theories of
Academic Supervision, Principles of Clinical Supervision, and Characteristic of Clinical
Supervision. Dr. Ho Weng Kin from the National Institute of Education, Singapore also
shared with the participants on Mathematics Education in Singapore: Current Trends and
Future Directions.
Implementation of Lesson Study in the Classroom Learning the Lesson Study Concept by Prof. Dr. Masami
Isoda from Tsukuba University, Japan
Learning Concept and Theory of Academic Supervision by
Prof. Frederick Leung from the University of Hog Kong
Mathematics Education in Singapore: Current Trends and
Future Directions by Dr. Ho Weng Kin from National
Institute of Education Singapore
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In-country Course
Besides regular courses, QITEP in Mathematics also conducted 3 in-country courses
within the same fiscal year. These courses can be observed in the following table.
No. Title Date Participant Venue
1. In-country Course on Clinical Supervision in
Mathematics Education
28 September - 2 October 2011
30 National
University of Lao, Lao PDR
2.
In-country Course on Teacher-made Teaching Aid for Primary School
Teachers
31 October - 5 November 2011
30
SD Muhammadiyah
Bodon, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
3.
In-country Course on Utilization and
Development of IT-based Mathematics Learning for Junior Secondary School Mathematics Teachers
28 October - 2 November 2011
30
SMP N 6 Kisaran, Asahan, North
Sumatera, Indonesia
In the In-country Course on Clinical Supervision in Mathematics Education, high school
supervisors in Lao PDR were provided materials on strategies for improving mathematics
learning, the basic concepts of clinical supervision, the philosophy of mathematics
education, and mathematics teaching using computer technology.
The next in-country course is entitled Teacher-made Teaching Aid for Primary School
Teachers. In this course, the participants were trained to develop teaching aids from
simple and recycled materials from their surrounding environment.
In-country Course on Clinical Supervison in Mathematics Education in the National University
of Lao PDR
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Another in-country course held by the Centre is on Utilization and Development of IT-
based Mathematics Learning for Junior High School Teachers. It was attended by
mathematics junior secondary school teachers in SMP N 6 Kisaran, Asahan District, North
Sumatera Province, Indonesia. They learned about teaching and learning mathematics
using technology, such as computers and mobile phones.
Regional Training
From July 2011 to June 2012, QITEP in Mathematics held 3 regional training on Joyful
Learning in Mathematics Education for Primary School Teachers at three different places
in Indonesia as described in the following table.
No. Title Date Participant Venue
1.
Regional Training on Joyful Learning in
Mathematics Education for Primary School
Teachers
24-29 November 2011 30 Quest Hotel, Bali,
Indonesia
In-country Course on Teacher -made Teaching Aids for Primary School Teachers in SD Muhammadiyah
Bodon, Yogyakarta-Indonesia
In-country Course on Development of IT-based Mathematics Learning for Junior
Secondary School Teachers in Asahan District, North Sumatera- Indonesia
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No. Title Date Participant Venue
2.
Regional Training on Joyful Learning in
Mathematics Education for Primary School
Teachers
14-19 December 2011 30 Singgasana Hotel,
Makassar, Indonesia
3.
Regional Training on Joyful Learning in
Mathematics Education for Primary School
Teachers
17-22 December 2011 30 Madani Hotel,
Medan, Indonesia
As mentioned in the title of the course, the target participant was primary school
teachers. During the course, they learned how to teach mathematics in joyful activities
using games, teaching aids, dancing and singing. They did not only engage in peer
teaching activity, but also made final reports including lesson plans and action plans.
Regional Training on Joyful Learning in Mathematics Education for Primary School Teachers in Makassar, South Sulawesi,
Indonesia
Regional Training on Joyful Learning in Mathematics Education for Primary School Teachers in Medan, North Sumatera, Indonesia
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Benchmarking
To continuously improve the quality of Centre programmes, benchmarking becomes one
of the programmes conducted by QITEP in Mathematics in the fiscal year 2011/2012. The
resume is as follows.
From 8 to 14 October 2011, three officials from QITEP in Mathematics and one official
from CDEMTEP joined a study visit programme in Capital Normal University (CNU) Beijing
and Jiangsu University Nanjing. These delegates, Prof. Subanar, Ph.D., Puji Iryanti,
M.Sc.Ed., Abu Ma’ali Iskrimunanto, S.Pd., and Dr. Wahyudi, explored and discussed the
possibilities of collaborations between QITEP in Mathematics and the two universities.
They also learned about the mathematics teacher education and training system in the
People’s Republic of China.
Another benchmarking programme, conducted from 27 November to 3 December 2012,
aimed at finding several factors that might influence the best results of Hong Kong
students in TIMSS and PISA. Those factors should be taken into account in improving the
No. Institution Date Delegate
1. Capital Normal University and Jiangsu University
8-14 October 2011
Prof. Subanar, Ph.D. Abu Ma’ali I, S,Pd.
Puji Iryanti, M.Sc.Ed. Dr. Wahyudi
2. University of Hong Kong, Hong
Kong Institute of Education, and Education Bureau of Hong Kong
27 November-3 December 2011
Dr. Ida Karnasih Sri Wardhani
Fadjar Shadiq, M.App.Sc
Regional Training on Joyful Learning in Mathematics Education for Primary School Teachers in Bali, Indonesia
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quality of mathematics education in SEAMEO member countries. Therefore, QITEP in
Mathematics assigned Dr. Ida Karnasih and Fadjar Shadiq M.App.Sc., while CEDEMTEP
sent Sri Wardhani, M.Pd., to have a study visit in Hong Kong. During the programme, they
observed and learned pre-service and in-service programme of mathematics education at
the University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Institute of Education, and Education Bureau of
Hong Kong.
International Symposium
QITEP in Mathematics has successfully held an international symposium on mathematics
education innovation entitled ‘Connecting Practice and Research: Working towards
Mathematics Literacy’ on 18-19 November 2011. It was conducted as an international
forum to foster the exchange of innovative ideas and strategies for mathematics teaching
and learning and to establish collaboration and partnerships among mathematics
educators.
The symposium was facilitated by several experts in mathematics education such as
Associate Professor Allan Leslie White, Ph.D. and Catherine Attard from University of
Western Sydney, Australia and Associate Professor Ng Swee Fong, Prof. Lee Peeng Yee,
Eric Chang Chun Ming, Ng Kit Ee Dawn and Wanty Widjaja, Ph.D. from the National
Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore. It was followed by more than 70 participants who
were exposed to the strategies for teaching a more diverse group of students, ensure
students’ maximum achievement, and engage those who wish to pursue a career in
mathematics.
International Symposium in SEAMEO QITEP in Mathematics
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International Seminar
On 14 March 2012, QITEP in Mathematics held a one-day seminar and workshop entitled
‘Toward the Betterment of Mathematics Education’. This seminar was divided into three
sessions in which each contained lectures and discussions. In the first session Prof. Mohan
Chinnapan, Ph.D. from University of South Australia was invited to be the resource
person. In the second session, Mr. Fadjar Shadiq, M.App.Sc. and Ms. Puji Iryanti, M.Sc.Ed.
continued with the discussion on Problem Solving Approach. In the last session, Dr.
Wahyudi delivered a presentation on TIMSS. The participants from QITEP in Mathematics
and CEDEMTEP enthusiastically followed the seminar.
General Lecture
In order to obtain a better understanding of Continuous Professional Development (CPD),
QITEP in Mathematics conducted a general lecture on 20 October 2011 inviting Prof.
Johny Lott, the past president of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
(NCTM), USA,
General Lecture with Prof. Mohan Chinnapan, Ph.D. from the University of South Australia
General Lecture by Prof. Johnny Lott from The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics,
USA
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QITEP in Mathematics in collaboration with CDMTEP conducted another general lecture
on 31 October 2011 entitled ‘The New Era of Mathematics’, inviting Kim Schriefer from
the International Academic Relations of Wolfram Research and Dr. Paritosh Mokhasi from
Technical Service of Wolfram as speakers.
Research
From October to November 2011, QITEP in Mathematics has conducted research on the
sustainability of lesson study in 3 provinces of Indonesia, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia,
and Thailand. It was a follow-up programme related courses on lesson study conducted
from 2009 to 2011. The research involved selected alumni of these courses as co-
researchers, as follows.
Institution Co-researcher Observer Date Indonesia
SD Al Hikmah Surabaya Mr. Fadjar Budi. U Ms. Puji Iryanti 29 September-2
October 2011 SMAN 15 Surabaya Mr. Ali Gufron Mr. Fadjar Shadiq 12-16 October 2011
SMAN 1 Singaraja Mr. Ngurah Putu
Wiswayana Dr. Ida Karnasih 17-21 October 2011
SMPN 1 Singaraja Mr. I Gusti Agung
Oka Yadnya Ms. Pujiati 17-21 October 2011
SMPN 5 Sragen Ms. Ninik Suparni Dr. Wahyudi 26-29 October 2011 SMAN 1 Magelang Mr. Susbiantoro Ms. Puji Iryanti 26-29 October 2011
Brunei Darussalam
SMPI HM Serasa Ms. Dk. Maryati Bt
Pg Hj Metersad Dr. Ida Karnasih
Ms. Anna Tri Lestari
21-25 November 2011 Maktab Sains PSBS
Ms. Noorhamizah Bt Hj Suhaimi
Cambodia
Reusey Kao High School Mr. Bunly Yim
Ms. Vathana Chea Dr. Wahyudi Mr. Fadjar Shadiq
23-28 October 2011 Prah Reach Samphear High
School Ms. Sodany Rin
Thailand
Samakhi Witthayakhom Ms. Niphaphon
Duangkham Ms. Pujiati
Ms. Sriyanti 20-25 November 2011
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Short Course
In December 2011, QITEP in Mathematics conducted 6 short courses in New Zealand, The
Philippines, and Indonesia.
Institution Country Date Participants
Hamilton University New Zealand 7-13 December 2011 Mr. Subanar Mr. Wahyudi Mr. Fadjar Shadiq
Victoria University New Zealand 7-13 December 2011 Ms. Ganung Anggraeni Ms. Puji Iryanti Ms. Pujiati
INNOTECH The Philippines 5-8 December 2011
Ms. Anna Tri Lestari Mr. Adi Wijaya Ms. Sukajati Mr. Joko Purnomo
INNOTECH The Philippines 13-16 December 2011
Ms. Nunik Sukeksi Ms. Indarti Ms. Sriyanti Mr. Yuliawanto Mr. Rahmat Siswanto Mr. Tammimmudin
SEAMOLEC Indonesia 7-11 December 2011
Ms. Rachma Noviani Ms. Siti Khamimah Ms. Zulianti Ms. Tika Setiawati Mr. Joko Setiyono Mr. Nur Sya’bani Arief
SEAMOLEC Indonesia 12-16 December 2011
Mr. Victor Deddy K. Mr. Eko Purnomo Ms. Sri Maryati Ms. Astuti Waluyati Ms. Evi Nur Hikmawati Ms. Hani Palupi
The goals of the short courses attended in New Zealand were to learn best practices from
Hamilton University and Victoria University in terms of quality improvement programmes
of mathematics teachers and education personnel and to hold mutually beneficial
discussions and meetings to establish a long-term relationship.
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As a newly established Centre, QITEP in Mathematics needs to learn from its sister
centres, such as INNOTECH (SEAMEO Regional Centre for Educational Innovation and
Technology) and SEAMOLEC (SEAMEO Regional Open Learning Centre). Therefore, the
Centre and CEDEMTEP sent their delegates to these two Centres. At INNOTECH, the
delegates learned several matters concerning the organization of courses, marketing
strategies, and other office and administration management. In addition, the delegates
also observed the e-learning system applied in INNOTECH. The delegates assigned to
SEAMOLEC learned similar matters, with a special emphasis on how to conduct
international events.
Short Course in INNOTECH, the Philipinnes
Short course in Hamilton University
Short Course in SEAMOLEC, Jakarta, Indonesia
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KRA 2 Regional Visibility
From July 2011 to June 2012, QITEP in Mathematics has conducted 3 programmes for
regional visibility. They are the 2nd Governing Board Meeting, Regional Wide Assessment
Meeting, and Journal Publishing. More detailed information of each programme is
provided in the description below.
The 2nd Governing Board Meeting
QITEP in Mathematics has successfully conducted the 2nd Governing Board Meeting in
Basko Hotel, West Sumatra, on 19-23 September 2011. The meeting was attended by
Governing Board Members from Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao DPR,
Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, representatives from SEAMEO
Secretariat, the Ministry of Education of Indonesia, QITEP in Mathematics and CDEMTEP,
and Education and Sport Office of West Sumatra. The Governing Board Meeting
determined the policies for the academic standards and operations of the centre. In
accordance to the functions of the 2nd Governing Board Meeting, the Centre prepared
several working papers on its previous year activities and programmes for the next year.
These legal documents included follow-up actions, an annual report, the three-year
budget, centre collaborations, a new logo and seal, and proposed programmes.
Regional Wide Assessment Meeting
Students’ learning process can be analyzed through assessment. By scrutinizing
mathematics assessment results, we can analyze several aspects, such as students’
understanding, reasoning, mathematics communications and problems solving.
The 2nd Governing Board Meeting in Padang, West Sumatera, Indonesia
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Considering the importance of assessment, QITEP in Mathematics plans to formulate
mathematics assessment in Southeast Asia Region. As a standpoint of realizing the plan,
the Centre conducted the first Regional Wide Assessment Meeting from 4-6 October 2011
at QITEP in Mathematics. The Centre invited several experts in mathematics assessment.
They were Prof. Frederick KS Leung from the University of Hong Kong, Dr. Cheah Ui Hock
from SEAMEO RECSAM, Ms. Dewani Goloi from Ministry of Education Malaysia, Prof.
Iwan Pranoto from Bandung Institute of Technology, Dr. Ali Mahmudi, S.Pd, M.Pd from
Yogyakarta State University, and Prof. Subanar, Ph.D. from QITEP in Mathematics.
In the future, the project aims to gather more relevant data, with the hope that based on
the results yielded from the regional wide assessment, the Centre will be able to provide
relevant training for mathematics teachers in the region.
Journal Publishing
Journal Publishing aimed at providing opportunities for experts or specialists in the
mathematics field, mathematics teachers, and educational personnel to develop,
encourage, and share their ideas in mathematics studies and learning.
The academic journal named ‘Southeast Asia Mathematics Education Journal’ (SEAMEJ)
published by the Centre was expected to contribute to mathematics education
development in the region.
Regional Wide Assessment in QITEP in Mathematics and collaboration with University of Hong
Kong and TIMSS Malaysia
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Journal publishing was conducted through the following steps; discussing, evaluating,
editing, layouting, and publishing the journal. The whole programme was conducted at
QITEP in Mathematics, and was deliberated as follows.
No. Activity Date Venue
1. Discussing the papers for the
journal 21-22 November
2011
QITEP in Mathematics
2. Evaluating the journal 26-27 November
2011 3. Editing the journal 1-2 December 2011 4. Layouting the journal 12 December 2011 5. Publishing the journal December 2012
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KRA 3 Solid Resources Base
In the fiscal year 2011/2012, the government of Indonesia through SEAMEO Regional
Centre for QITEP in Mathematics has allocated US$ 320,995.93 to run the Centre’s
programmes. The budget was covered through DIPA funds and managed by the Centre
for the Development and Empowerment of Mathematics Teachers and Education
Personnel (CDEMTEP).
Allocation
The funds allocation is presented on the table and chart below.
Dollar Rate on 25 April 2012 from Mandiri Money Changer is US $ 1 = IDR (Rp) 9,543
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Main Programmes of SEAMEO QITEP in Mathematics in 2013
1. Training Needs Assessment
2. Regular Courses:
3. In-country Courses:
4. Block Grant Research
5. Regional Wide Assessment
6. Journal Publishing
7. Competitions in Mathematics Teaching and Learning
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Organization Chart
Prof. Subanar, Ph.D. Director
Mr. Fadjar Shadiq Acting Head of Division
of Research and Development, Capacity Building, and Training
Ms. Pujiati Acting Head of
Division of Finance, Personnel, and Infrastructure
Ms. Sriyanti Acting Head of
Division of Partnership, International Public
Relations and Marketing
Ms. Anna Tri Lestari Acting Head of
Division of Teaching and Learning Materials
Development
Dra. Puji Iryanti,Msc.Ed. Former Acting Deputy Director for
Administration
Dr. Ida Karnasih Former Acting Deputy Director for
Programme
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Staff
Dr. Wahyudi Research Specialist
Mr. Sahid Training Specialist
Mr. Punang Amaripuja IT Specialist
Mr. Luqmanul Hakim Staff of Division of
Research and Development, Capacity Building, and Training
Ms. Hani Palupi Staff of Division of
Research and Development, Capacity Building, and Training
Ms. Mutiatul Hasanah Staff of Division of
Research and Development, Capacity Building, and Training
Mr. Joko Setiyono Staff of Division of
Research and Development, Capacity Building, and Training
Ms. Rina Kusumayanti Staff of Division of
Teaching and Learning Materials Development
Ms. Marfuah Staff of Division of
Teaching and Learning Materials Development
Mr. Eko Nugroho Staff of Division of
Teaching and Learning Materials Development
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Mr. Suhananto
Staff of Division of
Teaching and Learning
Materials Development
Mr. Febriarto Cahyo Nugroho
Staff of Division of Teaching and
Learning Materials Development
Mr. Tri Budi
Wijayanto
Staff of Division of
Finance, Personnel, and
Infrastructure
Ms. Zulianti
Staff of Division of
Finance, Personnel, and
Infrastructure
Ms. Rini Handayani
Staff of Division of
Finance, Personnel, and
Infrastructure
Ms. Wahyu Karina
Praptiwi
Staff of Division of
Finance, Personnel, and
Infrastructure
Ms. Siti Khamimah
Staff of Division of
Partnership,
International Public
Relations and Marketing
Ms. Rachma Noviani
Staff of Division of
Partnership,
International Public
Relations and Marketing
Ms. Evi Nur Hikmawati
Staff of Division of
Partnership, International
Public Relations and
Marketing
Ms. Tika Setiawati
Staff of Research
Specialists