Training for Village Heads and the Community

Oct 13, 2025 by windailys.com 8 views

Introduction

The implementation of Law No. 6 of 2014 concerning Villages in North Tapanuli Regency has been a significant step towards improving village development in the region. However, the effectiveness of this law in achieving its goals is still a topic of debate. This study aims to assess the contribution of modern values and traditional knowledge (TK) in improving the Village Development Index (IDM) in North Tapanuli Regency after the application of this law. Unlike some previous studies that focus on village funds in the context of village development, this study puts forward the role of modern values and kindergarten played by the village head.

Background

Village development is a crucial aspect of rural development in Indonesia. The government has implemented various policies and laws to improve village development, including Law No. 6 of 2014 concerning Villages. This law aims to improve the management of village funds and increase the participation of the community in village development. However, the effectiveness of this law in achieving its goals is still a topic of debate. This study aims to assess the contribution of modern values and TK in improving IDM in North Tapanuli Regency after the application of this law.

Methodology

This study uses a mixed method (mixed method), especially in the data collection method. The sample chosen consists of 71 village heads, determined using the Slovin formula, and represented proportionally from each IDM category. Data collection was carried out using a closed questionnaire adapted from the world values survey questionnaire and adapted to the cultural context and research location. In addition, modern values are also revealed through in-depth interviews with several key informants. The data collected is then analyzed using NVIVO and stata software.

Results

The results showed that both modern and kindergarten values do not make a significant contribution to increasing village development. The fiscal decentralization policy implemented from 2018 to 2021 was unable to increase IDM in North Tapanuli Regency, which was still lagging behind 0.5904. Modern values have not become the orientation and attitude of the village head in the management of village funds, while TK does not make a real contribution and directly in increasing IDM, because it is more related to customs in social life. The role of Kindergarten is limited to the Village Head Election System known as "Si Soli-Soli", shows that no micro and concrete kindergarten elements were found that could directly contribute to the increase in IDM.

Discussion

The results of this study indicate that there is a need for a more serious effort to integrate modern values and TK in every aspect of village management. This includes training for village heads and the community to understand the importance of these two aspects and how to implement them in sustainable village development. The village community must also be involved in every process, so that development is carried out in accordance with local needs and potential. Furthermore, this study found that there was no hybridization between modern values and kindergarten in the context of increasing village development. This indicates the existence of challenges in integration between these two elements, which should be able to support each other to achieve more effective development goals at the village level.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this study found that the implementation of Law No. 6 of 2014 concerning Villages in North Tapanuli Regency has not been able to improve IDM in the region. The lack of integration between modern values and TK is a major challenge in achieving effective village development. Therefore, there is a need for a more serious effort to integrate these two elements in every aspect of village management. This includes training for village heads and the community to understand the importance of these two aspects and how to implement them in sustainable village development.

Recommendation

Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made:

Training for Village Heads and the Community: There is a need for training for village heads and the community to understand the importance of modern values and TK in village development.
Integration of Modern Values and TK: There is a need for a more serious effort to integrate modern values and TK in every aspect of village management.
Involvement of the Village Community: The village community must be involved in every process of village development, so that development is carried out in accordance with local needs and potential.
Monitoring and Evaluation: There is a need for regular monitoring and evaluation of village development to ensure that the goals of the law are being achieved.

Limitation of the Study

This study has several limitations, including:

Sample Size: The sample size of this study is limited to 71 village heads.
Data Collection Method: The data collection method used in this study is a mixed method, which may not be suitable for all types of research questions.
Cultural Context: The cultural context of the study is limited to North Tapanuli Regency, which may not be representative of other regions in Indonesia.

Future Research Directions

This study has several implications for future research, including:

Further Research on Modern Values and TK: Further research is needed to understand the role of modern values and TK in village development.
Integration of Modern Values and TK: Further research is needed to understand the challenges and opportunities of integrating modern values and TK in village development.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Further research is needed to understand the effectiveness of monitoring and evaluation in ensuring that the goals of the law are being achieved.

Q: What is hybrid culture?

A: Hybrid culture refers to the blending of traditional and modern values, practices, and knowledge in a specific context, such as village development. In this study, we explored the role of hybrid culture in improving village development in North Tapanuli Regency.

Q: What is the Village Development Index (IDM)?

A: The Village Development Index (IDM) is a measure of village development, which includes five categories: (1) very underdeveloped villages; (2) underdeveloped villages; (3) developing villages; (4) forward villages; and (5) Mandiri Village. IDM is used to assess the level of village development in a specific region.

Q: What is the role of modern values in village development?

A: Modern values refer to the values and practices that are associated with modernization, such as education, economic development, and social change. In this study, we found that modern values do not make a significant contribution to increasing village development in North Tapanuli Regency.

Q: What is the role of traditional knowledge (TK) in village development?

A: Traditional knowledge (TK) refers to the knowledge and practices that are passed down from generation to generation in a specific culture. In this study, we found that TK does not make a real contribution and directly in increasing IDM, because it is more related to customs in social life.

Q: What is the role of kindergarten in village development?

A: Kindergarten refers to the village head election system known as "Si Soli-Soli". In this study, we found that the role of kindergarten is limited to the Village Head Election System, and no micro and concrete kindergarten elements were found that could directly contribute to the increase in IDM.

Q: What are the challenges of integrating modern values and TK in village development?

A: The challenges of integrating modern values and TK in village development include the lack of understanding of the importance of these two aspects, the limited capacity of village heads and the community to implement them, and the need for a more serious effort to integrate these two elements in every aspect of village management.

Q: What are the recommendations for improving village development in North Tapanuli Regency?

A: The recommendations for improving village development in North Tapanuli Regency include training for village heads and the community to understand the importance of modern values and TK, integration of modern values and TK in every aspect of village management, involvement of the village community in every process of village development, and regular monitoring and evaluation of village development.

Q: What are the limitations of this study?

A: The limitations of this study include the sample size, data collection method, and cultural context. The sample size is limited to 71 village heads, the data collection method is a mixed method, and the cultural context is limited to North Tapanuli Regency.

Q: What are the implications of this study for future research?

A: The implications of this study for future research include further research on modern values and TK, integration of modern values and TK, and monitoring and evaluation of village development.