The development of “problem box e-counseling” Android-based application as a medium for students’ problem disclosure

Abstract

The study aimed at discovering (1) the description of the need of "problem box e-counseling" Android-based application as a medium for students' problem disclosure, (2) the prototype of "problem box e-counseling" Android-based application as a medium for students' problem disclosure, and (3) the acceptance of "problem box e-counseling" Android-based application as a medium for students' problem disclosure. This study is a development, The data were collected by interview and questionnaire techniques. This study revealed that (1) there is a high need of "problem box e-counseling" Android-based application as a medium for students' problem disclosure at SMA Islam Athirah I Makassar (2) the prototype of "problem box e-counseling" Android-based application as a medium for students' problem disclosure at Athirah I Islamic High School Makassar (3) the acceptance of each subject of research expert test, namely the counseling media expert, technology expert in education, and counseling practitioner in the initial product test showing positive response. Thus, the application can be accepted, and based on a test involving 10 students and a school counselor in the small group test; it indicates a very positive response (high), so it can be accepted.Abstrak: Penelitian bertujuan untuk mengetahui (1) gambaran tingkat kebutuhan aplikasi "problem box e-counseling" berbasis android sebagai media pengungkapan masalah siswa (2) prototipe aplikasi "problem box e-counseling" berbasis android sebagai media pengungkapan masalah siswa dan (3) keberterimaan aplikasi "problem box e-counseling" berbasis android sebagai media pengungkapan masalah siswa. Jenis peneltian adalah penelitian pengembangan dengan Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah dengan wawancara dan angket. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa (1) gambaran kebutuhan aplikasi "problem box e-counseling" berbasis android sebagai media pengungkapan masalah siswa di SMA Islam Athirah I Makassar adalah tinggi (2) Prototipe aplikasi "problem box e-counseling" berbasis android sebagai media pengungkapan masalah siswa di SMA Islam Athirah 1 Makassar (3) keberterimaan dari setiap subjek uji ahli penelitian yaitu: Ahli media BK, ahli teknologi dalam pendidikan dan praktisi BK dalam uji coba produk awal menunjukkan respon yang positif sehingga dapat diterima, dan dari 10 siswa dengan seorang konselor dalam uji kelompok kecil menunjukkan respon yang sangat positif (tinggi) sehingga dapat diterima.

Counseling Program Based on Android as Digital Consultation Media

“…Some previous studies revealed that there is a high need of "problem box e-counseling" Androidbased application as a medium for students' problem disclosure at SMA Islam Athirah I Makassar (Alwi et al, 2019). This is supported by the other study stated that many students avoid to visit counselors despite their needs in counseling service.…”

Improving Students Learning Strategy Trough Mobile Counselling Online Application

“…The study results show that internet and cellular-based psychotherapy that is not limited by distance, space and time is proven to facilitate services so that it can reduce symptoms of depression (Titzler et al, 2019). Android is the most popular communication tool that continues to grow and become an innovation for its users (Alwi et al, 2019). Therefore, digital technology in the education sector facilitates guidance and counselling services in schools.…”

“…The development of technology in education has changed the traditional learning system into a modern learning system, thus requiring a new approach in the delivery of learning (Sirait & Munir, 2019). towards a digital society (Alwi et al, 2019); (Gros et al, 2016a), which is firmly attached to the lifestyle of modern society (Prihandoko et al, 2021). E-learning has become a distance learning strategy during the COVID-19 pandemic by which teachers develop competence using media, virtual collaboration and online learning experience and ease of learning for students (Riwayatiningsih & Sulistyani, 2020).…”

“…In recent years, psychological intervention through online counselling has increased due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The research findings of the therapist's online counselling experience combine environmental adaptation processes and improvement of therapeutic techniques, outcomes, and skills advancement for psychotherapists using online therapeutic interventions (Smith & Gillon, 2021); (Alwi et al, 2019). Advances in science and technology synergize with the ease of access to information services (Sirait & Munir, 2019); (Reine et al, 2021) to meet the community's needs (Fatchurahman et al, 2022).…”

Career Pocketbook: A Media to Improve Primary School Students’ Career Understanding

“…The results of previous studies indicate the usage of media can improve the efficiency of career information services. The media simplifies the dissemination of information, aiding students to self-understand, self-direct, decide, and find problem-solving alternatives (Alwi, 2019). In guidance and counseling program, the media ranges from the school environment, family, peers, and printed media, such as the career pocketbook.…”