Cultural-Friendly Counselling and Guidance in the Scope of Elementary School: A Case in Indonesia

Abstract

Purpose The purpose of the current study is to examine that how teachers and other school personnel are experimenting with counseling and developing cross-cultural relationships with kids at SD Namira, Indonesia. Design / methodology / approach The current study preferred qualitative method to examine the relationship. While using qualitative method, the current study investigated the implementation of culturally sensitive counseling at SD Namira in Kraksaan Probolinggo, Indonesia. Finally, data collection is carried out by using focus group discussions (FGD).

Findings Findings of the current study highlighted that attitude toward providing culturally sensitive counseling and guidance should demonstrate empathy, tolerance, and patience. The learning process is culturally sensitive and preserves moral principles and religious customs. The teachers may alter the curriculum to make it more engaging and consistent with the new typical situation. Practical implications This study has valuable practical implications in the context of teachers. The results of the study help to enhance teachers' approaches to cultural-friendly counselling and guidance to the kids at SD Namira. Therefore, this study provides a pathway for the policymakers to improve culturally sensitive counseling. Originality / value The current study significantly added valuable contribution to the literature. Because the cultural-friendly counselling and guidance in the scope of elementary school is rarely addressed in Indonesia. Especially, cultural-friendly counselling and guidance in the scope of elementary school is very rare among the SD Namira. Hence, this study extended the body of knowledge in the field of cultural-friendly counselling and guidance to the kids.