Comparative Analysis of the Implementation of Life Skill Education Management in Students With Disability Between Public Special School and Private Special Schools

Abstract

The implementation of life skills management carried out by schools for students with disabilities has a difference between one school and another, in this article we will analyze the comparison of the implementation of life skill management for students with disabilities in State Special Schools and private Special Schools. The study was carried out at State Special Schools and private Special Schools in Sukabumi District with 10 respondents for each school consisting of the principal, the vice principal of the curriculum section, teacher and school committee. The approach taken was a mixed method. The questionnaire was used to see the uniformity of opinion of the academic community in each school and to deepen the research data conducted interviews, observations and documentation studies in answering how to analyze the implementation of life skills education management in State Special Schools and private Special Schools. . The results showed that there were differences in life skills management between SLBN and SLBS, another finding was disagreement of opinions among the academic community in each school regarding life skills education management through its principles, namely planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating. The recommendation put forward that all academics must have the same understanding regarding life skills education management.

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“…Consequently, there is a significant disparity between individuals' skill sets and the demands of modern living in this century. Permana et al (2021) assert that the academic curricula supplied to pupils suffer from a noticeable lack of life skills, so it is imperative to enhance and refine this curriculum. A survey study conducted by Ningsih et al (2023) confirmed the lack of life skills among students with learning disabilities in Saudi Arabia.…”

“…Life skills refer to the ability to effectively adjust to diverse individuals and meet the demands and obstacles of life, which can differ, depending on the surrounding society and environment (Permana et al, 2021). These skills are commonly seen as fundamental abilities that individuals should develop and internalize to enhance their personal growth and well-being, and they are essential tools that enhance cognitive abilities in personal, professional, and social contexts.…”

“…These skills facilitate personal growth and enhance productivity, resulting in benefits for both individuals and their communities. Additionally, these skills provide learners with the opportunity to improve their social and living conditions, particularly in a technologically advanced society where such skills are increasingly necessary (Permana et al, 2021). The following are some of the subskills that make up life skills (Backfisch et al, 2021):…”