Indonesian universities achieve top accreditation for teacher education programs

Universitas Negeri Gorontalo (UNG) and Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya (Unusa) have both received the 'Unggul' (Excellent) accreditation from the Independent Education Accreditation Agency (LAMDIK) for their teacher training programs.

At UNG, the Teacher Professional Education (PPG) program earned the highest accreditation status, recognizing its academic governance and student competency development. Rector Prof. Dr. Ir. Eduart Wolok stated that this achievement reflects the institution's commitment to producing professional educators capable of meeting national educational needs.

Similarly, Unusa's Master's Program in Basic Education received an 'Unggul' rating with a score of 333. The accreditation is valid for the next three years. Program Chair Prof. Muslimin and Dean Dr. Nafiah emphasized that the institution will focus on improving academic governance, scientific publication productivity, and preparing adaptive educators for the primary education sector.