The Development Model Of Lecturer Capacity In Private Higher Education Institutions In Kendari City

Abstract

This study was conducted at private higher education institutions in Kendari, which, despite showing significant progress in recent years, still face challenges in improving the quality of their lecturers' human resources. Based on existing data, some lecturers lack adequate functional positions, indicating that community service and research are still suboptimal. One of the main challenges is the limited funding and facilities supporting lecturer capacity development. Therefore, this study aims to identify effective forms of lecturer capacity development and formulate a model that can be applied in private higher education institutions. This research uses a phenomenological approach to explore how lecturers in private higher education institutions in Kendari City interpret their experiences related to professional capacity development. Data was collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation, focusing on higher education leaders and lecturers with various functional positions. The data was analyzed by condensing, presenting, and drawing conclusions from the collected information. The study developed an integrated lecturer capacity development model that emphasizes effective lecturer management and includes programs like training, scholarships, and research support. The model's evaluation is based on its impact on teaching, research, and community service contributions. However, the study's limitations include its narrow focus on lecturers without involving other administrative or managerial staff. Future research should test the model through practical implementation and include all human resource elements in higher education.