Track: Global Business Management Education

Abstract

This study aims to describe the readiness of kindergartens in Gianyar Regency in facing education in the New Normal era. The level of school readiness, such as the application of health protocols, is very important to predict the implementation of face-to-face learning plans and school management. This research is based on the Community Readiness Model which consists of 5 dimensions and 9 levels of readiness. 32 Kindergartens, out of a total of 159 kindergartens in the city of Gianyar, participated in filling out the readiness survey which was equipped with open ended questions. The results of this study indicate that; first, most community members know a lot about causes, consequences, signs and symptoms. Second, at least some community members have heard of local efforts and are familiar with the purpose of the efforts. Third, at least some community members are participating in developing, improving, or implementing efforts. Fourth, the leadership possibly being a member of a group that is working toward these efforts or being supportive of allocating resources to these efforts. Finally, some community members or leaders have looked into or are looking into using these resources to address the issue. Based on these results, it is expected that stakeholders will be able to increase their knowledge and concern about change, along with the use of the infrastructures.