Abstract:
Purpose: The primary objective of this study is to assess the efficacy of guidance and counselling initiatives within Vocational High Schools (SMK) through the application of a CIPP (Context, Input, Process, Product) model-oriented framework. The overarching aim isto ascertain the effectiveness and alignment of these programs with the autonomous curriculum and the unique requirements of students. The ultimate intention is to enhance the quality of vocational school counselling by means of a standardized assessment process.Method: The study engaged 10 guidance counsellors and 10 teachers from SMK Negeri 3 Banjarmasin to evaluate the feasibility of a comprehensive CIPP assessment model in terms of clarity, adequacy, and suitability. Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected through surveys and analysed using statistical methods to gauge the model's feasibility.Findings:Evaluation facets, encompassing the lucidity of assessment concepts, precision of evaluative instruments, and efficacy of evaluation models, garnered commendable appraisals across diverse respondent cohorts. The mean scores, ranging from 3.91 to 3.94 out of 5, denote a robust consensus. Favourable evaluations pertaining to assessment concepts, instrument clarity, model efficacy, and practical utility indicate the adeptness of the CIPP framework in evaluating vocational school counselling programs. Consistent affirmation from all respondent groups underscores CIPP's capacity to align programs with specific school contexts.Originality: This study presents a thorough evaluation methodology utilizing the CIPP model for assessing the alignment of vocational school guidance and counselling programs with the curriculum and student requirements. The specificity of the vocational school contextensures a targeted examination of career counselling initiatives.Limitations:The research was confined to a singular vocational high school with a modest sample size of 20 respondents. To enhance the robustness of the findings, broader investigations spanning diverse vocational schools and larger participant samples are recommended. Augmenting qualitative data collection methods holds the potential to yield more nuanced and comprehensive insights.
