Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo (UMPWR) – The Teacher Professional Education (PPG) Program under the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP) officially opened the Orientation for the 4th Batch of the 2025 PPG Program for Specific Teachers on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, conducted online. This event marks the beginning of the participants’ journey in the PPG program, which aims to produce professional, character-driven teachers ready to become agents of change in Indonesia’s education system.
Coordinator of the UMPWR PPG Program, Dr. Yuli Widiyono, M.Pd., reported that the 4th Batch of the 2025 PPG Program for Specific Teachers at UMPWR involves 621 participants who have completed the registration process. They consist of 105 participants in Indonesian Language Education, 69 in English Education, 167 in Physics Education, 29 in Mathematics Education, and 251 in Automotive Education. The participants come from various regions across Indonesia, from Aceh to Papua.
In her remarks, the Dean of FKIP, Dr. Riawan Yudi P., M.Pd., emphasized the importance of setting clear priorities amid the participants’ busy schedules. She advised that the PPG program should be their top priority to ensure smooth progress through every stage and achieve a 100% graduation rate.
The Rector, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Teguh Wibowo, M.Pd., officially opened the orientation and delivered his address to the participants. In his speech, he stressed the importance of upholding academic integrity.
“All PPG participants must uphold academic integrity, including avoiding plagiarism and data manipulation. Throughout the PPG program, you will receive various assignments, and I remind you not to engage in plagiarism,” said the Rector.
Furthermore, he reminded participants to avoid holding multiple jobs that could interfere with their participation in the PPG program.
“Please reduce your school-related activities so that they do not disrupt your focus during the PPG program,” he advised.
The orientation continued with a series of presentations from experienced speakers in the field of education, including Dr. Riawan Yudi Purwoko, M.Pd., on Policies in the Teacher Professional Education Program; Dr. Semi Sukarni, M.Pd., on Strengthening the Identity of Professional Teachers as Agents of National Educational Transformation; Dr. Yuli Widiyono, M.Pd., on Structure and Learning System of the PPG Program for Specific Teachers.
Through these sessions, participants gained a comprehensive understanding of the philosophy and implementation mechanisms of the PPG program, including online learning systems, integration with the SIMPKB/RGTK platform, and the importance of continuous professional development for teachers.
Participants also received materials related to the PPG Competency Test (UKPPPG), guided by Dr. R. Wakhid Akhdinirwanto, M.Si., Dr. Umi Faizah, M.Pd., and Aci Primatadi, M.Pd. This session was designed to assess the participants’ readiness for the PPG program and provide insights into the professional competency standards they must achieve.
In the following session, Hari Indarto, S.Kom. delivered a presentation on managing SIMPKB/RGTK, explaining data entry procedures, reporting systems, and the integration of PPG activities with the national teacher information system.
As the event concluded, a Reflection and Commitment Strengthening session was held, facilitated by the PPG team. Through this orientation, participants are expected to gain a comprehensive understanding of the PPG program and to be motivated to complete each stage with enthusiasm and strong integrity.
The 4th Batch of the 2025 PPG Program for Specific Teachers Orientation stands as tangible evidence of FKIP’s commitment to nurturing a generation of outstanding educators and driving real transformation in Indonesia’s education landscape.
