Akademik Supervisi: Peran dan Tanggung Jawab

Definition and Purpose

• Academic supervision refers to the guidance and support provided by a supervisor to a student or researcher in an academic setting.
• The primary purpose of academic supervision is to facilitate the student's learning, research, and professional development.

Types of Supervision

• Dyadic supervision: One-to-one supervision between a student and a supervisor.
• Team supervision: A group of supervisors working together to support a student or research team.
• Peer supervision: Students or researchers working together to support each other's research.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Supervisor's roles:
  • Providing guidance and feedback on research and academic progress.
  • Setting goals and expectations.
  • Encouraging critical thinking and independence.
  • Offering emotional support and mentorship.
• Student's responsibilities:
  • Setting goals and objectives.
  • Managing time and workload effectively.
  • Communicating regularly with the supervisor.
  • Taking ownership of their research and learning.

Effective Supervision

• Key characteristics:
  • Clear communication and expectations.
  • Regular meetings and feedback.
  • Emotional support and empathy.
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
• Good supervisory practices:
  • Establishing a supervisory agreement or contract.
  • Encouraging student autonomy and independence.
  • Providing opportunities for professional development.
  • Fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Challenges and Issues

• Common challenges:
  • Power imbalance between supervisor and student.
  • Communication breakdowns.
  • Conflicting expectations and goals.
  • Cultural and linguistic differences.
• Addressing issues:
  • Encouraging open and honest communication.
  • Establishing clear expectations and boundaries.
  • Fostering a culture of respect and empathy.
  • Seeking support from institutional resources or mentors.