Journal of Educational Management Research
Journal of Educational Management Research is an international peer-reviewed journal which publishes original and significant contributions to educational management, administration, and leadership, in its broadest sense, from all over the world. This includes primary research projects in schools and further vocational and higher education institutions. This journal encourages contributions that respond to important issues in management education. Contributions may be either conceptual or empirical and are welcomed from any topic area and country so long as they primarily focus on management or organization in education. Although our core areas of interest are organizational behaviour and management in education, we are also interested in leadership, public relation, human resource management, social issues in management, financial management, organizational development, critical management studies, etc. Authors are strongly encouraged to have their work reviewed and evaluated by their colleagues prior to submission for formal editorial review. Journal of Educational Management Research has been accredited Sinta 4 by the Minister of Research and Technology/Head of National Agency for Research and Innovation as an academic journal, No. 0173/C3/DT.05.00/2025 Journal of Educational Management Research is published by Al-Qalam Institute, Probolinggo, East Java, Indonesia with E-ISSN : 2963-8992 P-ISSN : 2962-9195
Exploring the Role of Educational Psychology in Enhancing Teachers’ Professional Practice
This study aims to examine the contribution of educational psychology and its role in supporting teachers’ professional practice and effective learning processes. The research employed a descriptive analytical method using a library research approach. Data were collected through the analysis of primary and secondary sources, including scholarly journals and books related to psychology, education, and educational psychology. The findings indicate that educational psychology contributes significantly to curriculum development, learning design, student assessment, and the understanding of students’ behavioral characteristics in the teaching and learning process. In addition, educational psychology supports the creation of inclusive learning environments, the development of students’ social and emotional skills, the provision of constructive feedback, the promotion of independent learning, and the implementation of innovative instructional methods. The study also reveals that educational psychology plays an important role in helping teachers address classroom challenges, understand individual differences among students, and develop fair and effective assessment strategies. The implications of this study highlight the importance of integrating educational psychology into teacher professional development to improve teaching quality and student learning outcomes.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mustika Dewi Muttaqien https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Strategic Management of Tahfidz Curriculum for Early Childhood: Comparative Perspectives of Al-Khabisi and Ibn Khaldun
This study aims to analyze the Qur’an memorization (tahfidz) curriculum for early childhood from the perspectives of Al-Khabisi and Ibn Khaldun and examine its implications for contemporary Islamic educational management. This research employed a qualitative library research design using philosophical and comparative approaches. Data were collected from classical and contemporary literature, including books, journal articles, and educational documents, and analyzed through descriptive qualitative content analysis involving data reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that Al-Khabisi emphasized intensive Qur’an memorization during early childhood as a strategic stage for strengthening memory and shaping Islamic character, while Ibn Khaldun promoted a gradual, psychologically adaptive, and child-centered learning process integrating memorization with understanding. Both scholars agreed that the Qur’an should serve as the primary foundation of early childhood Islamic education and character formation. The study implies that contemporary tahfidz curriculum management should combine structured memorization, discipline, and habituation with developmentally appropriate and humanistic approaches to support children’s spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and moral development.
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhamad Wijaksono, Lalu Turjiman Ahmad, Iwan Falahudin, Aas Siti Sholichah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Effective Classroom Management Strategies to Improve Student Discipline
This study aims to analyze classroom management strategies implemented by teachers to improve student discipline during the learning process. The research employed a qualitative approach using a case study design to gain an in-depth understanding of classroom management practices. Data were collected through observations, semi-structured interviews, and documentation involving school principals, teachers, student affairs staff, and students. The data were analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The validity of the data was ensured through source triangulation, method triangulation, and member checking. The findings revealed that classroom management strategies significantly contributed to improving student discipline by establishing classroom rules, providing supervision, motivating students, and applying interpersonal approaches to create an orderly and conducive learning environment. Effective classroom management was supported by teacher consistency, assertiveness, and humanistic communication. Preventive approaches through guidance and motivation before learning activities also strengthened students’ awareness of discipline. However, several challenges were identified, including differences in student characteristics, inconsistent rule implementation among teachers, and peer environmental influences. The study implies that effective classroom management requires a balance between disciplinary enforcement and persuasive-communicative approaches to foster positive student behavior and support successful learning outcomes.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rizka Nabila, Achmat Mubarok, Wiwin Fachrudin Yusuf , Muhammada https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Influence of Financial Capability on MSME Performance: The Mediating Role of Digital Marketing and FinTech
This study aims to examine the effect of financial capability on MSME performance, both directly and indirectly through digital marketing and financial technology as mediating variables. A quantitative research approach was employed using questionnaire data collected from MSME actors. The data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares–Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to evaluate the relationships among variables. The findings reveal that financial capability does not significantly affect MSME performance directly. However, financial capability has a significant positive effect on digital marketing and financial technology adoption. In addition, digital marketing and financial technology significantly improve MSME performance. The results further indicate that digital marketing and financial technology mediate the relationship between financial capability and MSME performance. These findings imply that strengthening MSME performance requires not only financial capability enhancement but also greater optimization of digital marketing strategies and financial technology utilization. The study contributes to the growing literature on MSME development by highlighting the strategic role of digital transformation in improving business performance.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rosalia Cahya Arian, Amirul Arif https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Reconstruction of Governance and Epistemic Transformation of Islamic Education Through the Integration of Madrasah-Based Management and Curriculum Innovation
This study aims to analyze the reconstruction of Islamic educational governance through the integration of Madrasah-Based Management and curriculum innovation as a strategy for the epistemic transformation of contemporary Islamic education in Indonesia. The study employed a qualitative approach using a systematic literature review of national and international publications published between 2021 and 2026. Data were collected from scientific articles indexed in SINTA, Scopus, and DOAJ, as well as official reports from the Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs and relevant academic books. The findings indicate that the integration of Madrasah-Based Management and curriculum innovation strengthens institutional autonomy, enhances governance effectiveness, supports data-driven and participatory management, and promotes a more adaptive, integrative, and student-centered learning paradigm. The study also found that the transformation of Islamic education requires digitalized governance systems, transformational leadership, and the holistic integration of religious and modern sciences to improve educational quality and institutional competitiveness. The implication of this study is the development of an integrative model of transformative Islamic education that can serve as a strategic framework for strengthening governance reform, curriculum innovation, and epistemological reconstruction in responding to contemporary educational challenges.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mochammad Bukhori Hasyim, Mufidah Cholil, Khotimatus Sholikhah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Understanding the Relationship between Work Engagement and Job Satisfaction in Retail Workplaces
The retail industry is characterized by high work demands, including sales targets, intensive customer interactions, and dynamic operational conditions that may affect employees’ psychological well-being, particularly job satisfaction. This study aimed to examine the effect of work engagement on job satisfaction among retail employees. A quantitative approach with a correlational survey design was employed, involving 81 retail employees selected through purposive sampling. Work engagement was measured using the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES), while job satisfaction was assessed using the Job Satisfaction Survey (JSS). Data were analyzed using simple linear regression. The findings revealed that work engagement had a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction (R = 0.550; R² = 0.302; p < 0.001), indicating that employees with higher levels of vigor, dedication, and absorption tended to report greater job satisfaction. Work engagement contributed 30.2% to the variance in job satisfaction, suggesting a meaningful role in shaping employees’ positive evaluations of their work despite the demanding nature of the retail environment. These findings imply that organizations should strengthen employee engagement through supportive work environments, balanced workloads, meaningful work experiences, and employee development initiatives to enhance both employee well-being and organizational performance.
Copyright (c) 2026 Aesa, Olievia Prabandini Mulyana https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Influence of Lifestyle and Perceived Ease of Use of Shopee PayLater on Consumer Purchase Decisions
This study aims to analyze the influence of lifestyle and perceived ease of use of Shopee PayLater on consumer purchase decisions. A quantitative approach with descriptive and verificative methods was employed in this research. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 100 respondents selected using purposive sampling techniques. The data were analyzed using validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression analysis, and hypothesis testing with SPSS software. The findings reveal that lifestyle has a positive and significant effect on purchase decisions. Furthermore, the perceived ease of use of Shopee PayLater demonstrates a stronger positive and significant influence on purchase decisions. Simultaneously, both variables significantly affect purchase decisions and contribute substantially to explaining consumer purchasing behavior. The study implies that digital payment providers and e-commerce platforms should enhance user-friendly payment features and align their marketing strategies with consumers’ lifestyle trends to encourage purchasing decisions. These findings also contribute to the development of consumer behavior and financial technology research in the digital commerce context.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rhika Sindi Amelia, Ahmad Johan, Taufik Sadikin https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Strengthening Educational Quality in Islamic Schools: The Strategic Role of Public Relations and Public Services
This study aims to analyze the contribution of public relations management and public services to strengthening the quality of madrasah education. The study was motivated by the growing importance of public relations and service quality in building public trust, community participation, and a positive institutional image within increasingly complex educational demands. This research employed a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Data analysis was conducted through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, while data validity was ensured through source and technique triangulation. The study was grounded in Grunig and Hunt’s Two-Way Symmetrical Theory and Stakeholder Theory. The findings reveal that public relations management and public services functioned in an integrated and participatory manner, despite the absence of a formal public relations structure. Dialogic communication, student-oriented services, collaborative relationships with parents, and well-planned resource management contributed significantly to improving educational quality. The implications of this study emphasize that public relations play a strategic role in strengthening institutional quality, stakeholder satisfaction, and the sustainability of educational programs in madrasah education.
Copyright (c) 2026 Moh. Rifa’i, Viviana Dewi Safitri https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Exploring Transformational Leadership in Fostering Student Entrepreneurship and Independence in Islamic Boarding Schools
This study aims to explore how transformational leadership contributes to the development of entrepreneurship and student independence within Islamic boarding schools. A qualitative single-case study design was employed. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with five purposively selected informants, participatory observations, and document analysis. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, while trustworthiness was ensured through triangulation, member checking, prolonged engagement, and peer debriefing. The findings reveal that transformational leadership is manifested through the four dimensions of idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration. Entrepreneurship development is facilitated through professional business management, structured internship programs, and the integration of Islamic values into organizational practices. Student independence emerges through interconnected personal, social, vocational, and financial competencies. Transformational leadership supports these outcomes by fostering character development, integrating entrepreneurial learning into educational activities, providing experiential learning opportunities, and implementing evaluation mechanisms that balance spiritual and managerial accountability. The study implies that transformational leadership can serve as an effective framework for integrating entrepreneurship education, character formation, and institutional sustainability within Islamic educational settings. It also highlights the importance of combining spiritual values with professional governance to strengthen student independence and support sustainable economic development.
Copyright (c) 2026 Abidah Masrur, Moh. Syamsul Falah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Fostering Students’ Active Participation in Kitab Kuning Learning Through the Syawir Method in Islamic Boarding Schools
This study aims to examine the implementation of the syawir method in improving students’ active participation in learning kitab kuning and to identify the supporting and inhibiting factors in its application. This study employed a qualitative approach with a descriptive research design. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation involving teachers and students in the Islamic boarding school environment. The findings revealed that the syawir method significantly enhanced students’ active participation during the learning process. Students became more engaged in asking questions, expressing opinions, participating in discussions, and understanding the learning material. Furthermore, the method created a more interactive and collaborative learning atmosphere among students. The implementation of the syawir method was supported by teacher guidance and students’ enthusiasm for learning, while differences in students’ levels of understanding and self-confidence became the main obstacles. The study implies that the syawir method can serve as an effective alternative learning strategy to promote active participation and collaborative learning in kitab kuning instruction.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ilmiyatul Husna, Achmad Mubarok, Wiwin Fachrudin Yusuf, Muhammada https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Edpuzzle-Based Digital Learning Media for Enhancing Students’ Achievement in Islamic Religious Education
This study aims to examine the planning, implementation, and impact of Edpuzzle-based digital media on improving students’ learning outcomes in Islamic Religious Education. This research employed a descriptive qualitative approach with a field research design. The participants consisted of Islamic Religious Education teachers and tenth-grade vocational high school students. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, then analyzed using data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing techniques. The validity of the data was ensured through source and technique triangulation. The findings revealed that the planning stage included preparing learning materials, selecting instructional videos, creating digital classrooms, and designing interactive questions integrated into the videos. The implementation of Edpuzzle-based learning successfully created a more interactive, engaging, and student-centered learning environment. The use of Edpuzzle also contributed positively to students’ learning outcomes, as indicated by increased participation, stronger learning motivation, better understanding of learning materials, and improved evaluation results. These findings imply that Edpuzzle can serve as an innovative and effective digital learning medium in Islamic Religious Education.
Copyright (c) 2026 Dewi Nur Jayanti, Anang Sholikhudin, Achmad Yusuf, Saifullah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Situational Leadership in Developing Qur’an Memorization Programs in Islamic Secondary Education
This study aims to examine the implementation of situational leadership in the development of a Qur’an memorization (tahfidz) program, focusing on leadership practices, program management, and their contribution to program sustainability and quality improvement. The study employed a qualitative case study approach involving the principal, curriculum vice principal, program coordinator, tahfidz teachers, and students. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, then analyzed using data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing techniques. The findings reveal that situational leadership was implemented adaptively through four leadership styles: telling, selling, participating, and delegating. These approaches were applied across the planning, implementation, and evaluation stages of the tahfidz program according to teachers’ readiness and institutional needs. The study further demonstrates that situational leadership significantly contributed to strengthening teacher motivation, professionalism, collaboration, and program sustainability, which ultimately enhanced the overall quality of the educational institution. The findings imply that adaptive leadership practices are essential for supporting the continuous development of religious education programs in Islamic educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Dini Amanda Rochmah, Moh. Syamsul Falah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Internalization of Spiritual Intelligence Values and Emotional Intelligence Values of Post-Islamic Senior High School Students Through the Service Program
This study aims to analyze the process and outcomes of internalizing spiritual intelligence and emotional intelligence among post-madrasah aliyah santri through the khidmah program in Islamic boarding school education. This research employed a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design to understand the meaning and experiences of santri in carrying out service-based activities. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, while the data analysis technique used data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing/verification to obtain comprehensive findings. The results of the study indicate that the internalization of spiritual and emotional intelligence was carried out through exemplary practices, habituation, value understanding, reflective awareness, and service-oriented responsibilities within the khidmah program. The program successfully fostered religious attitudes, sincerity, discipline, patience, humility, emotional control, cooperation, responsibility, and social awareness among santri. In addition, the khidmah program contributed to the development of independence and emotional maturity through direct interaction and social engagement in daily activities. The implications of this study show that service-based educational programs can become an effective strategy for strengthening holistic character education by integrating spiritual and emotional dimensions in Islamic educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Abdur Rochman, Syuhud https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Beyond Traditional Promotion: Digital Marketing Strategies in Education to Enhance Customer Satisfaction
This study aims to analyze the role of digital promotion strategies in enhancing customer satisfaction within educational institutions amid rapid digital transformation. The research employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach by examining national and international scientific articles indexed in SINTA and Scopus published between 2020 and 2025. Data collection and analysis were conducted through identification, screening, and selection stages using the PRISMA framework to ensure the relevance and quality of the reviewed studies. The findings reveal that the implementation of digital promotion through social media, institutional websites, content marketing, and interactive digital communication significantly contributes to improving customer engagement, institutional image, customer trust, and overall satisfaction in educational services. Digital promotion also enables educational institutions to deliver information more quickly, transparently, and responsively according to the needs of modern society. However, several challenges remain, including limited digital literacy, inadequate human resource capabilities, and increasingly competitive digital environments. Therefore, educational institutions should develop creative, innovative, and customer-oriented digital promotion strategies to strengthen competitiveness and sustain customer satisfaction in the digital era.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ria Puspitasari, Sinta Rodiyah, Bambang Sri Anggoro, Sovia Mas Ayu https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
From Knowledge to Character: Implementing the Axiological Values of Science in Student Character Formation
Education plays a vital role in developing students’ academic competencies and character in response to contemporary social and technological challenges. This study aimed to examine the implementation of the axiological values of science in learning and explore their contribution to student character formation. A qualitative approach with a case study design was employed. Data were collected through observations and in-depth interviews involving school leaders, teachers, students, and parents, and were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that axiological values are integrated into the educational process through classroom learning, habitual practices, teacher role modeling, and a values-oriented school culture. These practices contribute significantly to the development of students’ honesty, responsibility, discipline, cooperation, social awareness, and religiosity. The study also identifies several supporting factors, including teacher commitment, leadership support, a positive school culture, and parental involvement, while differences in family backgrounds and the influence of digital technology emerge as key challenges. The findings imply that integrating the axiological values of science into learning can serve as an effective strategy for fostering sustainable character development and promoting the ethical application of knowledge in students’ daily lives.
Copyright (c) 2026 Dismawati, Muhammad Futaki Izhar, Nursalimah, Aprizon Dika Putra, Riska Meisyi Putri, Anggia Pratiwi, Efa Eriyani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Optimizing the Quality of Al-Quran Reading through the Management of the Tahsin Extracurricular Program
This study aims to analyze the management of Tahsin extracurricular programs in optimizing students’ Qur’anic reading skills. The research focuses on the processes of planning, implementation, evaluation, and the supporting and inhibiting factors influencing program effectiveness. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and documentation involving school leaders, Tahsin instructors, and students. Data analysis was conducted through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, while data validity was ensured through source and technique triangulation. The findings reveal that the management of the Tahsin extracurricular program has been implemented through systematic planning, implementation, and evaluation stages. The program is conducted regularly using talaqqi, drill, and small-group learning methods, which contribute to improvements in students’ Qur’anic reading abilities, particularly in tajwid application, makharij al-huruf accuracy, and reading fluency. Program effectiveness is supported by leadership commitment, teacher competence, student motivation, and a strong religious culture within the school environment. However, limitations in teaching staff, restricted instructional time, and insufficient Qur’anic reading habits at home remain significant challenges. The study implies that effective management of Tahsin extracurricular activities plays a crucial role in enhancing students’ Qur’anic literacy and strengthening a Qur’anic culture within educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Siti Musfiroh, Syifa Hanifah Syandra, Bambang Sri Anggoro, Sovia Mas Ayu https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Constructing Teacher’s Moral Leadership in Imam Nawawi’s Educational Ethics: A Social Learning Perspective
This study aims to reconstruct the concept of teacher exemplarity (keteladanan guru) in Adab al-‘Ālim wa al-Muta‘allim by Imam al-Nawawi through the lens of Bandura’s social learning theory and to examine its implications for Teacher Professional Development (TPD) within Islamic Educational Management. The study employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) based on the PRISMA 2020 protocol. A total of 18 publications, including theoretical studies, conceptual papers, policy reports, and systematic reviews published between 1977 and 2025, were selected and analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings identified five key social learning mechanisms reflected in both the classical text and contemporary literature: modeling, attention, retention, reproduction, and motivation. These mechanisms demonstrate that teacher professional development extends beyond technical competence, functioning as a continuous process of moral and spiritual learning through exemplary behavior. Teachers serve as moral leaders whose actions and ethical consistency are observed, internalized, and reproduced within educational environments. The study implies that TPD programs and educational management practices should integrate moral exemplarity, value internalization, and continuous professional learning to strengthen teacher development and institutional effectiveness in Islamic education.
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhammad Tauhid Abdurrahman, Kharis Syuhud Mujahada https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Implementation of SMART-Q in Enhancing Islamic Values in Islamic Junior High School Education
This study aims to analyze the implementation of SMART-Q, or Spiritual Morality and Reflective Tahfidz Qur’an, and its role in strengthening Islamic values among junior high school students. This research used a descriptive qualitative method involving the principal, teachers, and students as informants. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, which includes data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. Source and technique triangulation were used to ensure data validity. The findings show that SMART-Q was implemented systematically through the 3T 1M method, consisting of taqrir, tafahum, tasmi’, and murojaah. The program was also supported by Qur’an memorization submission and murojaah kubro activities. SMART-Q had a positive impact on students’ religious behavior, especially in improving morality, worship consistency, discipline, and self-control. The study implies that integrating Qur’an memorization, moral guidance, and self-reflection can serve as an effective strategy for developing students’ Islamic character in secondary education.
Copyright (c) 2026 Umi Maysaroh, Elok Rufaiqoh, Zainal Arifin https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Assessing the Effectiveness of Teacher and Educational Staff Training Programs on Student Competency Development
This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs for teachers and educational staff in enhancing students’ competencies. A qualitative research approach was employed, with data collected through observations, interviews, and document analysis. The study involved educational personnel and school administrators who participated in professional development activities. The findings indicate that continuous training programs contribute positively to improving instructional quality through the adoption of innovative teaching strategies, digital technologies, and artificial intelligence (AI)-based learning applications. Enhanced teacher competencies were found to have a direct impact on students’ learning experiences and competency development. However, the effectiveness of the programs remains constrained by limited technological infrastructure, restricted access to online training opportunities, and insufficient financial support. Participants also highlighted the importance of face-to-face training formats in fostering deeper interaction, engagement, and understanding. The study implies that sustainable professional development initiatives require adequate institutional support, improved technological facilities, and well-structured training programs to maximize their long-term impact on educational quality and student competency enhancement.
Copyright (c) 2026 Try Susanti, M. Rizki Arobi, Agil Rahmadani, Irfan Pratama, Yeye Muhammad Arif https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Gamification and Purchase Intention on E-commerce Platforms: The Mediating Role of User Engagement and Moderating Role of Gender
The e-commerce industry continues to show significant growth, accompanied by increasingly intense competition among platforms. However, some platforms face challenges such as declining traffic and user engagement, despite maintaining a large market share. This study aims to analyze the effect of gamification on purchase intention, with user engagement as a mediating variable and gender as a moderating variable. The research employs a quantitative approach through an online survey of users engaging with gamification features on e-commerce platforms. Data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) with the assistance of SmartPLS 4.0. The results indicate that gamification has a positive and significant effect on user engagement but a negative and significant effect on purchase intention. User engagement has a very strong positive effect on purchase intention and is proven to mediate the relationship between gamification and purchase intention. Meanwhile, gender was not found to moderate this relationship. These findings underscore the importance of user engagement as a key factor driving consumer purchase intention. The study’s implications suggest that platform managers should develop gamification strategies that create meaningful engagement integrated with transactional activities to enhance users’ purchase intention.
Copyright (c) 2026 Bimewahqi Najmi, Titik Rosnani, Ana Fitriana, Ramadania, Wenny Pebrianti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Toward an Integrative Prophetic Leadership Model in Education: Evidence from an Extended Ethnographic Study
This study aims to examine how prophetic leadership is constructed and practiced within the socio-cultural dynamics of Islamic boarding schools and to develop an integrative conceptual framework based on empirical evidence. A qualitative research design with an extended ethnographic approach was employed, with data collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis involving leaders, teachers, senior students, and administrative staff, and analyzed using thematic coding. The findings reveal that prophetic leadership is manifested through four interrelated dimensions: spiritual legitimacy, exemplary behavior, transformational negotiation, and cultural reproduction. Spiritual legitimacy is constructed through collective religious validation, while exemplary behavior functions as a medium of moral socialization within the institutional community. In addition, leaders continuously negotiate between traditional religious values and organizational transformation demands. This study proposes an integrative framework in which spirituality is positioned not merely as a moral foundation but as an active instrument of leadership practice. Theoretically, the study contributes to leadership scholarship by offering a context-sensitive model of spiritual leadership, while practically it provides insights for strengthening leadership strategies in faith-based educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Akhmad Fauzi Hamzah, Ahmad Qusairi, Muhamad Maulana, Ikmal Wahyudi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Integrated CIPP Evaluation Model of Maqāṣid al-Syarī‘ah: An Alternative for Measuring Substantive Quality in Islamic Education Policy Management
This study aims to reconstruct an integrative policy evaluation framework for Islamic education management by combining Daniel Stufflebeam’s Context, Input, Process, Product (CIPP) model with the principles of Maqāṣid al-Sharī‘ah. The study employs a qualitative library research method through the collection, review, and critical analysis of primary and secondary literature related to public policy evaluation and the philosophy of Islamic education. The findings reveal that conventional evaluation models predominantly emphasize administrative compliance, efficiency, and measurable outputs, while paying limited attention to spiritual, ethical, and societal dimensions that constitute the core objectives of Islamic education. To address this gap, the study develops a modified CIPP framework that evaluates context, input, process, and product dimensions through the lens of the five essential objectives of Maqāṣid al-Sharī‘ah: protection of religion, intellect, life, lineage, and wealth. The integration of these dimensions transforms educational evaluation from a rigid administrative mechanism into a strategic instrument for promoting institutional quality, public benefit, and sustainable development. The study implies that policymakers, administrators, and evaluators can utilize this framework to conduct more comprehensive, value-oriented, and contextually relevant evaluations of Islamic educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Fatimatuz Zahro, Samsu https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Visionary Leadership and Digital Transformation: Driving the Sustainability of Islamic Primary Education
This study aims to analyze visionary leadership in enhancing madrasah sustainability in the digital era. The research employed a qualitative case study approach, utilizing interviews, observations, and documentation as data collection techniques. Data were analyzed through a cyclical process consisting of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Sunan Ampel has successfully developed an educational vision aligned with advancements in digital technology and has actively improved teachers’ digital competencies through continuous professional development programs. The empowerment of digital educational resources has also been carried out through the provision of hardware, as well as access to online learning applications and platforms. Furthermore, the integration of technology into the learning process has enhanced both interactivity and flexibility. However, challenges remain regarding the availability of comprehensive digital learning materials, particularly for Islamic Religious Education subjects. This study contributes to the growing body of literature on technology integration in Islamic education and provides insights for educational leaders and policymakers on leveraging technology more effectively to improve learning quality in the digital era.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nikmatul Sholihah, Edi Kurniawan Farid, Yeniati Ulfah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Understanding Generation Z’s Purchase Decisions for Premium Smartphones: Lifestyle, Financial Constraints, and Brand Image
This study investigates the influence of lifestyle, financial constraints, and brand image on premium smartphone purchase decisions among Generation Z students, addressing the paradox of continued purchasing despite limited financial resources. Data were collected from 169 students meeting inclusion criteria and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling via SmartPLS 4.0 to examine causal relationships among variables. The findings reveal that lifestyle, financial limitations, and brand image simultaneously exert significant positive effects on purchase decisions, with brand image emerging as the most influential factor, while financial limitations do not act as a strong barrier. The results suggest that Generation Z consumers prioritize social identity and lifestyle alignment over financial concerns when making premium purchase decisions. Implications for marketing include the importance of reinforcing brand perception, creating lifestyle-oriented campaigns, and leveraging social recognition as a motivator. These insights provide a more holistic understanding of consumption behavior in digital-native populations and can guide strategies to enhance engagement with young consumers in premium product markets.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nindhita Ajeng Widowati, Iva Sofi Gunawati https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
AI-Driven Quality Management and Digital Transformation in Islamic Education: A Systematic Review
This study aims to synthesize existing research on artificial intelligence (AI) enabled quality management and digital transformation in education and to examine their implications for Islamic education. A systematic literature review (SLR) was conducted using Scopus as the primary database. Relevant publications were identified through keywords related to artificial intelligence, quality, education, and leadership. From 179 initial records, 24 articles were selected through screening, eligibility assessment, and thematic relevance analysis. The findings reveal that AI contributes to educational quality through personalized learning, adaptive assessment, learning analytics, digital mentorship, improved academic services, and data-informed decision-making. The review further indicates that the successful implementation of AI and digital transformation depends on institutional readiness, digital leadership, governance structures, teacher competence, quality assurance systems, and ethical oversight. The study highlights that educational quality should not be measured solely by technological efficiency or academic performance. For Islamic education, quality management should also incorporate moral development, religious literacy, proper ethical conduct, trustworthiness, justice, honesty, spiritual growth, and human-centered pedagogy. The findings provide a conceptual framework for integrating AI-driven quality management with value-based educational principles and offer guidance for future research and institutional policy development.
Copyright (c) 2026 Hamdi , Muhammad Lanri Siregar, Efrita Norman https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Influence of Tax Understanding, Service Facilities, and Tax Morale on MSME Taxpayer Compliance
This study aims to examine the effects of tax understanding, service facilities, and tax morale on the compliance of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) taxpayers. Understanding the factors influencing compliance is crucial for improving tax revenue and promoting responsible business practices. A quantitative research approach was employed, with data collected from micro-scale MSME taxpayers through purposive sampling. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression to determine both the individual and simultaneous effects of the independent variables on taxpayer compliance. The results indicate that tax understanding, service facilities, and tax morale each have a positive and significant impact on MSME taxpayer compliance. Collectively, these factors contribute substantially to compliance behavior, highlighting the importance of integrating knowledge, accessible services, and ethical awareness in tax management. The findings imply that enhancing taxpayer education, improving the quality of service facilities, and fostering moral awareness among taxpayers can effectively increase compliance levels. These insights provide valuable guidance for policymakers and tax authorities aiming to optimize voluntary tax compliance in the MSME sector.
Copyright (c) 2026 Defany Diah Pramudita, Moh. Danang Bahtiar https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Factors Affecting Teacher Performance in the Society 5.0 Era
This study aims to examine the influence of transformational leadership, self-efficacy, entrepreneurial character, and organizational culture on teacher performance in the context of the Society 5.0 era. The study employed a literature review approach by systematically analyzing and synthesizing findings from 25 relevant scholarly articles obtained from reputable academic databases and publications. The reviewed literature was selected based on its relevance to teacher performance and the factors that contribute to educational effectiveness in a technology-driven environment. The findings indicate that transformational leadership plays a significant role in enhancing teachers’ motivation, adaptability, and innovation in instructional practices. Self-efficacy contributes to teachers’ confidence in managing learning activities and addressing educational challenges. Entrepreneurial character encourages creativity, initiative, and problem-solving skills, while a supportive organizational culture fosters collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Collectively, these factors contribute positively to improving teacher performance and readiness to meet the demands of modern education. The study implies that educational institutions should strengthen leadership practices, promote teacher self-efficacy, cultivate entrepreneurial values, and develop a positive organizational culture to enhance teacher performance and support sustainable educational development in the Society 5.0 era.
Copyright (c) 2026 Aradatullah Dita Illahiyah, Bujang Rahman, Handoko, Siti Rahma Sari https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Role of Attitude in the Influence of Social Pressure, Product Features, and Brand Image on Android Brand Switching Decisions Among Gen-Z College Students
This study aims to examine the effects of social pressure, product features, and brand image on brand switching from Android to iPhone among Generation Z consumers, with attitude serving as a mediating variable. A quantitative research approach was employed using a survey method. Data were collected from 362 Generation Z university students who had previously used Android smartphones. The respondents were selected through purposive sampling, and the data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The results indicate that social pressure, product features, and brand image have positive and significant effects on attitude. Furthermore, attitude has a positive and significant effect on brand switching from Android to iPhone. The mediation analysis reveals that attitude significantly mediates the relationships between social pressure, product features, and brand image with brand switching. These findings contribute to the consumer behavior literature by providing a deeper understanding of the factors influencing brand-switching decisions in the smartphone industry. The study also offers practical insights for smartphone marketers in developing strategies that strengthen consumer attitudes and enhance brand attractiveness to encourage switching behavior among Generation Z consumers.
Copyright (c) 2026 Khusnul Hairunnisa, M. Irfani Hendri, Ahmadi, Wenny Pebrianti, Bintoro Bagus Purmono https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Influence of Innovative Leadership and Information Technology Competence, through Organizational Transformation, on EMIS User Satisfaction
The development of information technology in the digital era makes educational information systems a strategic necessity to improve service quality, accelerate administrative processes, and support decision-making. Although EMIS has been implemented in madrasas, many users face obstacles such as limited digital competency and resistance to technological change, resulting in suboptimal user satisfaction. This study aims to analyze the influence of innovative leadership and IT competency on EMIS user satisfaction, with organizational transformation as a mediator. The study used a quantitative approach with a descriptive survey design in Madrasas, involving 90 respondents through total sampling. Data were collected using questionnaires, observations, and document reviews, then analyzed using SEM-PLS to test direct and indirect relationships between variables. The results show that innovative leadership and IT competency play an important role in driving organizational transformation, which in turn increases EMIS user satisfaction. This study emphasizes the importance of integrating leadership, technical capabilities, and organizational transformation, and provides theoretical contributions to the development of a technology-based educational structural model and practical guidance for educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Maulida Annisa Lubis, Muhammad Ilham https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Community-Based Management of Islamic Literacy Centers: Strengthening Non-Formal Religious Education
This study aims to examine how community participation is integrated into the management of Qur'anic Learning Centers (TPQ) and to analyze its contribution to strengthening religious education among students. A qualitative research approach was employed, with data collected through observations, interviews, and document analysis. The participants included TPQ administrators, teachers, parents, and community members who were directly involved in educational activities. The findings reveal that TPQ management is primarily centered on routine educational programs, while planning and evaluation processes remain insufficiently systematic and sustainable. Community participation is reflected through voluntary services, financial support, and involvement in various activities. However, community engagement in program planning and decision-making processes is still limited. Despite these constraints, community support plays a significant role in maintaining the continuity of TPQ activities and fostering students’ religious values and practices. The study implies that a more structured and participatory management model is needed to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of religious education. Strengthening collaboration between TPQ management and community stakeholders may contribute to improving educational quality and achieving long-term institutional development.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ahmad Shadiq, Ismatul Izzah, Arifia Retna Yunita https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Strategic Student Management for Optimizing Student Council Organizational Performance
This study aims to examine the role of student management in improving the performance of the Student Council as a school-based organization. A qualitative approach with a case study design was employed to obtain an in-depth understanding of planning, implementation, training, supervision, and evaluation practices in student organizational development. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, non-participant observation, and documentation, involving school leaders, student affairs personnel, organization supervisors, and student representatives. The findings reveal that student management contributes positively to organizational performance through structured planning, systematic selection, leadership training, mentoring, discipline formation, and continuous evaluation. The implementation of leadership programs and regular coaching encourages students to develop responsibility, cooperation, commitment, and organizational skills. However, several challenges remain, including limited student independence, uneven participation, and the need for stronger coordination between academic and organizational activities. The study implies that effective student management should not only regulate student administration but also function as a strategic instrument for strengthening leadership, character, and participatory organizational culture.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sudirman, Saparudin, Hilmawati https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Literature Review: The Effectiveness of Madrasah Principal Supervision in Improving Teacher Discipline
This study aims to examine the effectiveness of madrasah principal supervision in improving teacher discipline based on findings from previous studies. A literature review method with a descriptive qualitative approach was employed. The data consisted of 16 scholarly articles related to madrasah principal supervision, educational supervision, leadership, teacher discipline, and teacher performance. Data were analyzed using thematic synthesis by categorizing findings into four themes: supervision practices, the impact of supervision on teacher discipline, supporting factors, and inhibiting factors. The results indicate that effective supervision is implemented through academic supervision, attendance monitoring, performance evaluation, coaching, communication, role modeling, and the application of reward and punishment systems. Supervision that is systematic, consistent, communicative, and supported by clear follow-up actions contributes significantly to improving teacher discipline. Supporting factors include communicative leadership, clear disciplinary regulations, continuous coaching, motivation, adequate facilities, and exemplary behavior from the principal. In contrast, limited time, insufficient facilities, weak follow-up, low teacher awareness, and resistance to evaluation hinder supervision effectiveness. The findings imply that madrasah principal supervision should be conducted in a collaborative, continuous, and supportive manner to foster a disciplined work culture and strengthen teacher professionalism.
Copyright (c) 2026 Vera Monica, Subandi, M. Kharis Fadillah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Digital Transformation in School Administration: Enhancing Correspondence and Archival Systems
This study aims to analyze the management of administrative services in correspondence and records management and the role of information technology in supporting administrative effectiveness using a descriptive qualitative approach, with data collected through interviews, observations, and documentation and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model; the findings indicate that correspondence and records management have been implemented systematically through processes of document receipt, recording, numbering, disposition, distribution, storage, security, classification, maintenance, retrieval, and retention, supported by a digital service system that enhances effectiveness, efficiency, accuracy, and security, although challenges such as increasing document volumes, limited storage capacity, and incomplete digitization remain; therefore, the study implies that strengthening digital administrative systems and accelerating records digitization are essential for improving the quality, accessibility, sustainability, and efficiency of administrative services.
Copyright (c) 2026 M. Yasman Rahma Jaya, Riyuzen Praja Tuala, Devin Cumbuan Putri, Yosep Aspat Alamsyah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Cultivating Intellectual-Mental Character through Islamic Moral Education: The Strategic Role of Aqidah Akhlak Teachers
This study aims to analyze the role of Aqidah Akhlak teachers in developing students’ intellectual-based character and to identify the supporting and inhibiting factors influencing the character formation process. The study employed a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through qualitative research procedures and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. Data validity was ensured through source triangulation. The findings reveal that Aqidah Akhlak teachers play several essential roles in intellectual-based character development, namely as role models (*uswatun hasanah*), character and moral builders, mentors and guides, educators in the digital era, and facilitators of learning through habituation practices. Intellectual-based character formation is implemented through positive daily habits, exemplary behavior, and discussion and question-and-answer methods that encourage students’ critical thinking skills. Supporting factors include teachers’ exemplary conduct and a religious and conducive school environment. Meanwhile, the main inhibiting factors are students’ lack of discipline, negative peer influences outside school, and insufficient supervision from parents and teachers. The study implies that strengthening teachers’ educational roles and fostering collaboration among schools, families, and communities are essential for promoting sustainable intellectual and moral character development among students.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ainul Ikrom, Kholilur Rahman, Imam Mashuri https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Enhancing Educational Quality: The Role of Principal Instructional Leadership in Senior High Schools
This study aims to analyze the instructional leadership strategies employed by school principals in managing learning programs during the transition from the 2013 Curriculum to the Merdeka Curriculum. A qualitative case study approach was used to explore leadership practices in depth. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with the principal, the vice principal for curriculum affairs, and subject teachers. Informants were selected using snowball sampling, while data validity was ensured through source and method triangulation. The findings reveal that the principal implemented three key instructional leadership strategies based on Hallinger’s model: establishing and communicating clear school goals, managing curriculum implementation effectively, and fostering a positive school climate. These strategies helped maintain the stability of instructional quality throughout the curriculum transition process. In addition, the implementation of these strategies was associated with a significant increase in student admissions through the National Achievement-Based Selection pathway, rising from 9 to 36 students. The study implies that effective instructional leadership plays a crucial role in supporting curriculum change, reducing implementation challenges, and sustaining educational quality during periods of policy transition. School leaders are therefore encouraged to strengthen strategic planning, curriculum management, and collaborative school cultures to ensure successful curriculum implementation.
Copyright (c) 2026 Delissa Apriliyanti, Akil, Achmad Taufik Ismail https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Literature Review: The Role of School Principals’ Managerial Competence in Enhancing Teacher Work Discipline
This study aims to examine the role of school principals’ managerial competence in enhancing teacher work discipline and its contribution to improving teacher performance and overall school effectiveness. Using a literature review method, the study synthesizes findings from peer-reviewed journal articles published between 2021 and 2026, with a focus on leadership strategies, influencing factors, and outcomes related to teacher discipline. The findings reveal that effective principals improve teacher discipline through active supervision, motivation and reward systems, role modeling, and continuous professional development, which contribute to better punctuality, compliance with regulations, and task completion. The effectiveness of these strategies is influenced by principals’ conceptual, interpersonal, and technical competencies, supportive organizational cultures, and ongoing mentoring programs. Nevertheless, challenges such as teacher health conditions, workload pressures, resource limitations, and contextual constraints may hinder successful implementation. The study implies that strengthening principals’ managerial competence through leadership development programs, systematic supervision, and continuous professional support is crucial for improving teacher discipline, enhancing teacher performance, and promoting overall school quality.
Copyright (c) 2026 Umi Nur Laela, Subandi, Oki Dermawan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Role of Human Resource Management in Improving Educational Quality in Primary Schools
This study aims to analyze the role of Human Resource Management (HRM) in improving educational quality in elementary schools. The research applies a qualitative case study approach to explore HRM practices, including teacher allocation, learning process management, leadership roles, and teacher performance evaluation. Data were collected through interviews, observation, and documentation involving principals and teachers, and analyzed using data condensation, data display, and verification techniques. The findings reveal that teacher allocation is relatively adequate, although continuous evaluation is still required. The learning process is implemented in a structured manner, yet still faces challenges in instructional variation and learning support. The principal plays an important role in providing direction and motivation through meetings, supervision, and mentoring, although consistency remains an issue. Teacher performance evaluation is conducted regularly, but follow-up actions need improvement. The study implies that effective HRM contributes significantly to educational quality improvement by strengthening teacher performance and school management systems. It also provides practical insights for improving leadership consistency, instructional quality, and evaluation effectiveness in schools, while highlighting the need for broader future studies across different educational contexts.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rifaldi H. Nasir, Andi Indriani Ibrahim, Rosida P. Adam, Wisra Matalatta, Lindanur Sipatu https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Construction of Islamic Character Education through Narrative Algorithms in the Novel Janji by Tere Liye
This study is based on the importance of character education in responding to moral challenges in contemporary society and the potential of literary works as a medium for internalizing Islamic values. Previous studies on Janji by Tere Liye generally focused on identifying character values, while the narrative mechanism underlying character formation has received limited attention. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the narrative algorithm of Islamic character education through the transformation of Bahar’s character in the novel Janji. The research employed a qualitative approach with a library research design. Data were collected through documentation techniques from the novel Janji and relevant academic literature, then analyzed using the Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña model, including data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal three stages of the narrative algorithm: moral degradation, moral reconstruction, and character crystallization. Bahar’s transformation develops through experiences of guilt, suffering, repentance, and social responsibility, ultimately producing a morally mature character who positively influences society. This study concludes that Islamic character education in literature is constructed through a gradual narrative process. The study contributes theoretically by introducing a narrative algorithm perspective and practically by strengthening the use of literary works as media for Islamic character education.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mohammad Rozaq, Fathi Hidayah, Jon Iskandar Bahari https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Optimizing the Hub of Knowledge: Library Management Strategies and Their Role in Enhancing Students' Reading Interest
This study aimed to examine efforts to optimize library management in fostering students’ reading interest. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed. Data were collected through direct observation, interviews with key informants, and document analysis. The informants consisted of the head of the library, the vice principal for curriculum affairs, and eleventh-grade students. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings revealed that library management optimization was implemented through four main aspects: collection quantity, collection management, library spatial arrangement, and literacy programs. The library collection was considered adequate, although students’ independent visitation rates remained relatively low. Collection management was conducted systematically and supported by digital library services; however, the availability of general reading materials still requires improvement. The library environment was found to be comfortable, clean, and well-organized, despite the need for maintenance of several facilities. Furthermore, structured literacy programs were effective in developing reading habits and enhancing students’ reading interest. The study implies that effective library management, supported by adequate resources and sustainable literacy programs, can contribute significantly to strengthening students’ reading culture and interest.
Copyright (c) 2026 Annisa Nurfadilah, Subandi, Nina Ayu Puspita Sari https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Pedagogy of Delayed Divine Response: A Sufi Perspective on Spiritual Education in the Seventh Wisdom of Al-Hikam
The phenomenon of delayed divine response to prayer often generates disappointment, anxiety, and spiritual uncertainty among contemporary Muslims, particularly within a culture that emphasizes instant gratification and immediate outcomes. This study aims to analyze the concept of delayed divine response to prayer in the Seventh Wisdom of Al-Hikam by Ibn ‘Atha’illah al-Sakandari and to examine its relevance to contemporary Muslim spirituality. Employing a qualitative approach with a library research design, the study utilized Al-Hikam as the primary source, supported by the Qur’an, Hadith, classical Sufi literature, and contemporary scholarly works. Data were collected through documentary research and analyzed using data condensation, data display, and conclusion verification. The findings reveal that delayed divine response should not be interpreted as divine rejection but as a form of spiritual pedagogy (tarbiyah rūḥiyyah) that cultivates patience (sabr), contentment (riḍā), and trust in God (tawakkul). This process strengthens spiritual awareness, psychological resilience, and religious commitment. The study concludes that delayed divine response functions as a transformative mechanism of spiritual growth. Theoretically, it contributes to Islamic spiritual education and Sufi studies by integrating classical Sufi teachings with contemporary perspectives on spirituality, resilience, and religious coping.
Copyright (c) 2026 Musthofa https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Student Management Strategies and Their Impact on School Discipline: A Systematic Review
This study aims to examine the role of student management in enhancing student discipline across various educational settings. A literature review method was employed by analyzing and synthesizing findings from 15 recent scholarly articles related to student management and disciplinary practices, with a focus on identifying key management strategies, supporting factors, and challenges influencing the development of student discipline. The findings indicate that effective student management contributes significantly to improving discipline through structured planning, student participation, orientation programs, and engagement in extracurricular activities. The study also reveals that leadership, positive role models, supportive school culture, and parental involvement are critical factors in fostering disciplined behavior. However, limited resources, diverse student backgrounds, and low levels of student participation may reduce the effectiveness of discipline-related initiatives. The implications of this study suggest that educational institutions should adopt a multidimensional approach that integrates clear regulations, active student involvement, and continuous monitoring to strengthen both behavioral and academic outcomes. Furthermore, enhancing student engagement in governance and decision-making processes may support the sustainability of disciplinary improvements. Future studies are encouraged to conduct comparative analyses across educational contexts and explore innovative strategies for increasing student participation.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nurussalamah, Yetri, Oki Dermawan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Transformation of Wordwall as an Educational Tool: A Reconstruction of Effective Qurdis Learning
This study aims to analyze the transformation of Wordwall learning media in Qurdis instruction and its impact on student engagement, motivation, and participation in learning. This research employed a qualitative case study design. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation involving teachers, students, and school administrators. Data analysis was conducted using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that the use of Wordwall transforms Qurdis learning into a more interactive, participatory, and enjoyable process. Students become more active in classroom activities, demonstrate higher motivation to learn, and show better understanding of the learning materials. Furthermore, the learning interaction shifts from a teacher-centered approach to a student-centered approach, encouraging greater student involvement in the learning process. The study implies that digital learning media can serve as an effective educational innovation to enhance the quality of Islamic education and support learning practices that are more responsive to technological developments and the needs of digital-age learners.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nabilah Hayyu Palupi, Rifa Muslihatin Nufus https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Religion as a Social Sign: Sharia Identity in Muslim Consumer Culture
This study aims to examine religion as a social sign within contemporary Muslim consumer culture, focusing on how Sharia identity is constructed and communicated through the consumption of halal-labeled commodities. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the research employs digital observation and a sociology of consumption perspective to analyze the commodification of religious symbols within capitalist market dynamics. The findings indicate that the consumption of Sharia products extends beyond expressions of personal piety and functions as a strategy of social distinction and identity performance. Religious symbols embedded in commodities serve as markers of lifestyle, status, and group belonging, transforming spiritual values into marketable and exchangeable goods. This process demonstrates how religious identity is increasingly shaped through consumption practices that align with neoliberal cultural logic. The study implies that the commodification of religion has redefined the relationship between faith, identity, and the market. It highlights the growing integration of religious values into consumer culture and contributes to a deeper understanding of how religion operates as both a symbolic resource and an economic asset in contemporary society.
Copyright (c) 2026 Aisyah Putri Berliana Machfudz https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Living the Values: Management of Religious Culture and Student Character Development in Public Schools
This study aims to analyze the management of religious organizational culture development in improving students’ character. This research employed a qualitative case study approach. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation involving the principal, teachers, students, and parents. Data analysis followed the Miles and Huberman model, including data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. The findings revealed that the development of religious organizational culture was implemented through four management functions proposed by George R. Terry, namely planning, organizing, implementation, and evaluation. Planning involved formulating religious programs and implementation strategies, organizing focused on assigning roles and responsibilities to school members, implementation was carried out through religious habituation activities such as congregational Dhuha prayer, recitation of Asmaul Husna, Qur’anic reading, and collective prayers, while evaluation was conducted continuously to monitor program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. The study found that religious organizational culture contributed significantly to the development of students’ religiosity, discipline, responsibility, and respectful behavior. These findings imply that systematic and sustainable management of religious organizational culture can serve as an effective strategy for strengthening character education and fostering positive student behavior in educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Riska Mahalila, Edi Kurniawan Farid, Sollah Solehudin https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
A Comparative Study of Total Quality Management (TQM) Implementation in Islamic Educational Institutions
This study aims to compare the implementation of Total Quality Management (TQM) in Islamic educational institutions by examining similarities and differences in the aspects of planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational quality. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach, with data collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation to capture both managerial practices and institutional values. The findings indicate that TQM is implemented through two distinct approaches: a systematic and modern model that emphasizes structured management and data-driven decision-making, and a traditional approach that prioritizes moral development and spiritual values. Despite these differences, both approaches share a common objective of improving educational quality based on Islamic principles. Furthermore, the study highlights that the integration of professional management practices with strong spiritual foundations creates a more comprehensive and sustainable quality management system. It implies that the success of TQM in Islamic education depends on balancing managerial effectiveness and spiritual commitment as a unified framework for continuous improvement.
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhammad Nauval Izzul Kamal, Badrul Mudaris https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Unlocking Professionalism: Strategic Principal Management in Islamic Secondary Education
This study aims to analyze the planning, implementation, supervision, and evaluation carried out by the madrasah principal in improving the professionalism of educational personnel, as well as to identify the obstacles encountered in the process. This research employed a qualitative method with a descriptive approach, using observation, interviews, and documentation as data collection techniques. The data were analyzed through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that planning was conducted through clear task distribution, establishment of work standards, and determination of deadlines for administrative tasks. The implementation process was carried out through coaching, guidance, training, intensive communication, and motivation provided to administrative staff and operators. Supervision and evaluation were conducted periodically by monitoring the completion of administrative duties and controlling the timeliness of reporting. The study also found several obstacles, including limited budgets, inadequate technological facilities, and high administrative workloads. The implications of this study indicate that effective managerial practices by school leaders play a significant role in enhancing the professionalism and performance of educational personnel despite existing institutional challenges.
Copyright (c) 2026 Fatin Syahirah, Budi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Development of a Microsoft Access-Based Mail Automation System to Improve Student Digital Administration
This study aims to develop and evaluate a Microsoft Access-based mail automation system to improve administrative efficiency and students’ digital administration competence. The research employed a Research and Development (R&D) approach adapted from the Borg and Gall model, consisting of needs analysis, product design, expert validation, limited testing, field testing, implementation, and evaluation stages. Data were collected through questionnaires, expert validation sheets, and competency assessments administered before and after system implementation. The results indicated that the developed system was categorized as highly feasible based on expert evaluations in archive management and information technology. Furthermore, students’ digital administration competence increased from a pretest mean score of 3.05 to a posttest mean score of 4.45. Statistical analysis revealed a significant effect of system utilization on competency improvement, with an R² value of 0.512 and p < 0.0001. The system also contributed to reducing administrative errors, accelerating correspondence processes, and improving document organization. These findings imply that mail automation systems can support digital transformation initiatives by strengthening administrative efficiency, technological literacy, and digital competence within student organizations and other educational administrative environments.
Copyright (c) 2026 Atika Salma, Dyah Aulia Rahma, Farida Fatkhur Rohmah, Fitrotul Awaliyah, Hibatullah ‘Aqil Syahrizal, Nina Farliana https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Rethinking Islamic Education: Incorporating Values of Religious Moderation in the Modern Era
This study aims to describe the insertion of religious moderation values in Islamic Religious Education (IRE) learning and to examine how these values are integrated, internalized, and practiced within the educational process. Employing a qualitative approach with a single-case study design, data were collected through semi-structured interviews, moderate participant observation, and document analysis involving IRE teachers, students, school leaders, guidance and counseling teachers, and homeroom teachers selected purposively. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis through transcription, coding, categorization, and theme development. The findings reveal four main patterns of religious moderation insertion: the integration of moderation values into IRE lesson planning, the implementation of dialogic, reflective, and contextual learning strategies, the internalization of moderation values through school culture, and students’ experiences in interpreting and practicing religious moderation in their daily lives. These findings indicate that religious moderation is not merely presented as normative content but functions as a socio-pedagogical practice shaped by the interaction of curriculum, teachers, school culture, and students’ lived experiences. The study implies the need to strengthen instructional planning, attitude assessment, and collaborative school programs to foster an inclusive, tolerant, non-violent, and contextually responsive Islamic education ecosystem.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ahmad Farchan Anggitama, Irfan Afandi, Al Muftiyah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Curriculum Management Practices in Pesantren-Based Education for Students' Character Development
This study aims to analyze the implementation of pesantren-based curriculum management in fostering students' character within an Islamic boarding school. A qualitative approach employing a case study design was adopted to obtain an in-depth understanding of curriculum management practices. Data were collected through observations, semi-structured interviews, and document analysis involving school leaders, teachers, boarding administrators, and students. Data analysis followed the stages of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, while the trustworthiness of the findings was ensured through source and technique triangulation. The findings reveal that pesantren-based curriculum management is implemented through integrated curriculum planning that combines formal and religious education within a twenty-four-hour boarding system, systematic implementation of religious, academic, and character-building activities, and continuous evaluation through attendance records, student monitoring, and direct supervision. These practices effectively cultivate students' religious values, discipline, independence, responsibility, humility, and social awareness through sustained habituation and exemplary role modeling. The study implies that integrating formal education with pesantren values through comprehensive curriculum management provides an effective framework for strengthening character education and may serve as a reference for developing value-based curriculum management in other Islamic boarding schools.
Copyright (c) 2026 Fika Wahdatul Ummah, Poppy Rachman, Arifia Retna Yunita https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
A Holistic Model of Female Leadership in Islamic Boarding Schools: Integrating Transformational, Spiritual, and Nurturing Dimensions
This study aims to examine the leadership model and educational contributions of a female leader in Islamic education. Given the limited scholarly attention to women’s leadership in Islamic boarding schools, the research focuses on understanding how leadership practices influence educational quality and student character development. This research employed a qualitative case study approach. Data were collected through observations, in-depth interviews, and document analysis, and were analyzed using an interpretive framework to identify leadership patterns and their educational impacts. The findings reveal that the leader’s approach integrates transformational, spiritual, and nurturing leadership dimensions. This model enables the effective combination of institutional management with personalized guidance for students. Policies promoting financial independence, daily discipline, and character formation demonstrate the ability to harmonize traditional Islamic values with contemporary educational demands. As a result, students develop stronger moral integrity, resilience, responsibility, and self-reliance. The study implies that a holistic and contextual leadership model can strengthen the role of Islamic educational institutions in fostering inclusive, future-oriented, and civilization-building education. It also highlights the strategic contribution of female leadership in advancing educational innovation while preserving religious and cultural values.
Copyright (c) 2026 Unun Zumairoh Asr Himsyah, Maulidiah Amirul Aulia https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Impact of Financial Literacy, Inclusion, and Credit Access on MSME Performance
This study aims to examine the influence of financial literacy, financial inclusion, and access to finance on MSME performance. The research employs a quantitative approach using a survey method with a structured questionnaire distributed to 91 MSME actors selected through random sampling. Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling based on Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) with SmartPLS 4.0 software to test the relationships among variables and evaluate the proposed hypotheses. The results reveal that financial inclusion and access to finance have a positive and significant effect on MSME performance. This indicates that broader access to formal financial services and easier access to external funding play an important role in improving business efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. In contrast, financial literacy does not show a significant effect on MSME performance, suggesting that financial knowledge alone is insufficient to enhance business outcomes without effective implementation and access to financial resources. The implications of this study highlight the importance of strengthening financial inclusion policies and improving financing accessibility for MSMEs. Financial institutions and policymakers should prioritize expanding access to financial services and supporting funding mechanisms rather than focusing solely on financial literacy programs. These findings contribute to a better understanding of the determinants of MSME performance and provide practical insights for improving business competitiveness and sustainability.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nanda Cecharia, Cynthia Eka Violita, M. Mustaqim, Devika Cherly Putrihadiningrum https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Ability Grouping-Based Student Placement Management in the Tahfizh Al-Qur’an Program at Senior High School
This study analyzes student placement management in the Tahfizh Al-Qur’an program through an ability grouping approach at Islamic Senior High School. Tahfizh programs represent strategic efforts to integrate Qur’anic memorization with schooling. However, their effectiveness depends on accurate placement that aligns readiness with program demands. This study used a descriptive qualitative method with a field research design. Data were collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews with school leaders, coordinators, Tahfizh teachers, counselors, homeroom teachers, and students, and documentation analysis. First, the selection process lacked standardized rubrics, written procedures, and comprehensive assessment indicators. Placement relied mainly on a brief Qur’anic reading test. Second, limited Tahfizh teacher involvement weakened diagnostic accuracy and procedural transparency. Third, inaccurate placement produced highly heterogeneous classes. Teachers consequently spent considerable time on basic tahsin rather than memorization progression. Approximately half of students failed to achieve annual memorization targets. Several students experienced academic and psychological strain. The study implies that ability grouping requires valid, transparent, and multidimensional placement instruments. It recommends integrating reading rubrics, memorization assessment, motivation interviews, and readiness questionnaires into placement policy.
Copyright (c) 2026 Risky Akmal Wardani, Akhmad Shunhaji, Nur Afif https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Revitalizing Special Libraries: Innovative Marketing Frameworks to Drive User Visits
This study aims to examine marketing strategies implemented by a library to increase user visits in the context of rapid information technology development and to identify factors influencing fluctuations in visitor numbers. It employs a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection through observation, interviews, and documentation. Results show that the library applies marketing strategies including relevant collection development, service quality improvement, social media promotion, and collaboration with educational institutions and communities. Visitor trends fluctuate due to internal and external factors, including digital information behavior changes, academic calendar cycles, service quality, facilities, comfort, and promotion effectiveness. The study implies that strengthening digital promotion, improving user centered services, and enhancing facilities can increase user engagement and visit interest. It highlights the need for integrated marketing strategies combining digital communication, service innovation, and community engagement to support sustainable library usage in the evolving digital information environment. These findings provide practical guidance for library managers in optimizing digital outreach strategies and improving service quality to attract and retain diverse user groups effectively over time.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nurlela, Utep Ahmad Zulfiqor, Hardi Humaedi Hidayat https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Tax Avoidance Dynamics in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Companies: The Moderating Role of Firm Size
This study aims to examine the effects of profitability, leverage, and sales growth on tax avoidance, as well as to investigate the moderating role of firm size in these relationships. The study employs a quantitative research approach using secondary data obtained from annual financial reports. The sample was selected through purposive sampling based on predetermined criteria. Tax avoidance serves as the dependent variable, while profitability, leverage, and sales growth function as independent variables. Firm size is incorporated as a moderating variable. Data were analyzed using panel data regression and Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) with EViews 13. The findings indicate that profitability does not have a significant effect on tax avoidance. In contrast, leverage and sales growth significantly influence tax avoidance practices. Furthermore, firm size does not moderate the relationship between profitability and tax avoidance, but it significantly moderates the effects of leverage and sales growth on tax avoidance. These results suggest that tax avoidance behavior is more strongly influenced by financing structure, business growth, and organizational scale than by profitability. The study contributes to the tax accounting literature and provides practical implications for strengthening financial governance, tax compliance awareness, and business ethics education in higher education.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nane Kurnia, Sasa S. Suratman, Aditya Jasa Anggeraja, Ella Herlianti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Journalist Professionalism in Radio Broadcasting: Integrating Ethical Reporting, Accuracy, and Editorial Commitment
This study aims to analyze journalist professionalism in maintaining ethical reporting and accuracy in radio broadcasting. The research employed a qualitative approach using a descriptive method. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with key informants, including the editor-in-chief, journalists, and radio management. The study focused on the implementation of journalistic ethics, reporting accuracy as an indicator of professionalism, and the factors that support and hinder professional journalistic practices. The findings reveal that journalistic ethics are implemented through the principles of independence, balance, separation of facts from opinions, respect for sources, and compliance with professional ethical and broadcasting standards. In terms of accuracy, journalists apply systematic verification procedures, source confirmation, and structured news script preparation based on the 5W+1H framework. Although journalists face challenges such as time constraints, limited human resources, and the rapid flow of digital information, ethical standards and accuracy remain higher priorities than broadcasting speed. The study implies that journalist professionalism is shaped not only by individual competence but also by an effective editorial system and strong institutional commitment to ethical standards and verification practices. These factors play a crucial role in maintaining media credibility and public trust.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sulistian Damayanti, Miladiyah, Nur Abnisah, Khadijah, Susanti Hasibuan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Hybrid Work and Digital Leadership on Employee Performance through Work-Life Balance in Startups in Indonesia
This study aims to examine the effect of hybrid work and digital leadership style on employee performance, with work-life balance as a mediating variable in technology startup environments. A quantitative explanatory design was applied to test the proposed relationships among variables. Data were collected through surveys of 200 employees working in hybrid-based technology startups across Java. The analysis used Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to evaluate both direct and indirect effects between constructs. The results indicate that hybrid work has no significant direct effect on employee performance, while digital leadership shows a significant positive effect on performance improvement. Both hybrid work and digital leadership significantly enhance work-life balance among employees. Furthermore, work-life balance positively influences employee performance and functions as a full mediator in the relationship between hybrid work and performance, and as a partial mediator between digital leadership and performance. These findings highlight the importance of balancing work arrangements and leadership practices to optimize employee outcomes in digital startup ecosystems.
Copyright (c) 2026 Yuli Maharani, Anwar Azazi, Efa Irdhayanti, Ilzar Daud, Ahmad Shalahuddin https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
ESG Disclosure, Financial Performance, and Firm Value: The Mediating Role of Competitive Advantage
Understanding how sustainability disclosure and financial performance shape firm value remains an important issue in corporate governance and capital market studies. The purpose of this research is to examine the influence of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) disclosure and financial performance on firm value, with competitive advantage acting as a mediating variable. A quantitative approach was employed using panel data from 46 publicly listed companies over the 2021–2024 period. The analysis utilized panel regression combined with path analysis to evaluate both direct and indirect relationships among variables. The findings indicate that financial performance has a positive and significant effect on firm value, confirming its central role in determining market valuation. In contrast, ESG disclosure does not show a significant direct effect on firm value. Furthermore, ESG disclosure demonstrates a negative relationship with competitive advantage, while financial performance positively influences competitive advantage. Mediation analysis reveals that competitive advantage does not mediate the relationship between ESG disclosure and firm value but partially mediates the relationship between financial performance and firm value. These findings imply that companies should strengthen financial performance as a strategic foundation while integrating ESG practices more effectively to enhance long-term competitive positioning and firm value.
Copyright (c) 2026 Haya Inayah Khaulah, Anwar Azazi, Ana Fitriana, M. Ridwan Ristyawan, Uray Ndaru Mustika https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Enhancing Student Administrative Services Through Integrated POAC Management Functions in Islamic Secondary Schools
This study aims to analyze the implementation of administrative management in improving student administrative services based on the four managerial functions of Planning, Organizing, Implementation, and Monitoring (POAC). A descriptive qualitative approach was employed to obtain an in-depth understanding of administrative management practices in an Islamic secondary school. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, direct observations, and document analysis involving school leaders, administrative personnel, and students. The data were analyzed using the interactive model of data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. The findings reveal that the four managerial functions have been implemented systematically. Planning is reflected in structured work programs and service schedules, organizing is supported by a clear distribution of responsibilities and collaborative coordination, implementation is characterized by responsive, orderly, and standardized administrative services, while monitoring is conducted through continuous supervision and periodic evaluation. Nevertheless, several challenges remain, including limited facilities, insufficient administrative personnel, increasing workloads, and delays in administrative data submission. These findings imply that strengthening integrated administrative management, supported by digital technology adoption, continuous staff development, and sustainable quality assurance, is essential for improving the effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability of student administrative services in Islamic educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Auliatul Maulida, Poppy Rachman, Nur Hayati https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Strategic Management of Islamic School Principals in Enhancing Leadership Effectiveness
This study aims to analyze the management concept of madrasah principals in improving leadership quality within Islamic educational institutions. The research employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method by examining relevant national and international journal articles published over the last ten years. The selected literature was identified, screened, analyzed, and synthesized systematically based on publication quality, relevance, and research focus. The findings reveal that effective madrasah principal management, encompassing planning, organizing, implementation, and supervision, significantly strengthens leadership quality, enhances teacher professionalism, promotes a positive organizational culture, and improves the overall quality of Islamic education. In addition, leadership supervision grounded in Islamic values, including amanah (trustworthiness), justice, and deliberation, supports sustainable and value-based leadership practices. The integration of managerial functions with Islamic leadership principles provides a comprehensive conceptual framework for strengthening leadership effectiveness in madrasahs. The study implies that adopting an integrated managerial and Islamic leadership approach can serve as a practical reference for madrasah principals while contributing to the theoretical development of Islamic educational management.
Copyright (c) 2026 Hilma Nur Latipah, Fiqra Muhamad Nazib, Iman Saifullah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Beyond Reading Outcomes: Unpacking the Implementation Dynamics of Qur'anic Literacy Programs in Islamic Junior High Schools
This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Qur’an Reading and Writing (BTQ) program in improving students’ Qur’anic reading skills. This research employed a qualitative approach using a case study design. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and documentation involving the school principal, BTQ teachers, and students. The data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, while triangulation was applied to ensure data credibility. The findings reveal that the BTQ program was implemented systematically through demonstration and imitation methods, in which teachers modeled Qur’anic recitation and students repeated it. This approach effectively improved students’ reading fluency, accuracy in applying tajwid rules, and mastery of makhārij al-ḥurūf. Furthermore, the program fostered students’ self-confidence, established regular Qur’an reading habits, and strengthened their religious character. Despite challenges such as differences in students’ initial abilities and limited learning facilities, the program demonstrated significant positive outcomes. These findings imply that the BTQ program should be sustained and further developed as an effective strategy for enhancing Qur’anic literacy and supporting students’ religious character development.
Copyright (c) 2026 Melindatin Maghfiroh, Elok Rufaiqoh, Muhammad Umar Hasibullah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Developing RekonX-AR: An Interactive Augmented Reality Learning Media for Bank Reconciliation in Vocational Accounting Education
This study aims to develop and evaluate the feasibility of RekonX-AR, an interactive learning media integrating Smart Apps Creator 3 and Assemblr Edu to facilitate students’ understanding of bank reconciliation. The development was motivated by the limited use of technology-integrated learning media and the complexity of bank reconciliation concepts, which require more interactive and contextual visualization to enhance conceptual understanding. This study employed a Research and Development (R&D) approach using the ADDIE model, consisting of Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. The resulting product is an application-based learning medium integrated with Augmented Reality (AR), featuring learning materials, instructional videos, AR-based simulations, case studies, formative quizzes, and reflection activities. The findings indicate that RekonX-AR achieved a high level of feasibility, with material expert validation reaching 92% and media expert validation 98%, both categorized as Very Feasible. A limited trial involving Grade XI accounting students also demonstrated a positive response of 91%, classified as Very Good, indicating that the product is practical and well accepted by users. These findings imply that RekonX-AR can serve as an innovative technology-enhanced learning medium to support interactive learning, strengthen conceptual understanding, and improve students' learning engagement in accounting education.
Copyright (c) 2026 Aulia Zein Nur Arifah, Susanti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Organizational Commitment and Culture on Teachers’ Organizational Citizenship Behavior in Elementary School
This study aims to examine the influence of organizational commitment and organizational culture on teachers’ Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB), both partially and simultaneously. A quantitative approach with a descriptive and causal-associative research design was employed. The study involved 41 teachers selected through a saturated sampling technique. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire based on a four-point Likert scale and analyzed using validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression analysis, partial (t) tests, simultaneous (F) tests, and the coefficient of determination. The results indicate that organizational commitment has a positive and significant effect on teachers’ OCB (t = 2.898, p = 0.006), while organizational culture also has a positive and significant effect with a stronger influence (t = 6.421, p < 0.001). Simultaneously, organizational commitment and organizational culture significantly influence teachers’ OCB (F = 61.169, p < 0.001), explaining 75.1% of the variance in OCB (Adjusted R² = 0.751). These findings imply that strengthening teachers’ organizational commitment and fostering a supportive organizational culture are essential strategies for promoting voluntary, collaborative, and extra-role behaviors that enhance organizational effectiveness and improve the quality of educational management
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhammad Yusril Amin, Rima Rahmayanti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Change Management for Enhancing the Quality of Educational Administrative Services in Islamic Secondary Schools
This research is motivated by the importance of improving the quality of educational administration services in Madrasas in response to the demands of technological advances and public expectations for fast, accurate, and transparent services. Private aliyah madrasas strive to implement change management to improve the quality of administrative services, but face various obstacles such as limited infrastructure, digital competency gaps, and resistance to change. This study aims to analyze the application of change management through the functions of planning, organizing, implementing, and supervising in improving the quality of education administration services, as well as identifying supporting and inhibiting factors. The research uses a descriptive qualitative approach with observation, interview, and documentation data collection techniques. The results of the study show that change planning is carried out systematically and participaly, the implementation of change through the regulation of human resources and information technology has a positive impact on service efficiency, but multidimensional obstacles are still found. In conclusion, planned and participatory change management has been proven to be effective in improving the quality of administrative services. This research contribution enriches change management theory by integrating the functions of POAC and Islamic values, as well as providing a practical model for madrasas in the administrative transformation of education administration.
Copyright (c) 2026 Lindiana, Abdul Hamid, Arifia Retna Yunita https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Optimizing Learning Quality: A Total Quality Management Approach in Islamic Secondary Schools
This study aims to examine the implementation of Total Quality Management (TQM) in improving the quality of learning in an Islamic junior secondary school. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, with data collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. The participants included the principal, teachers, and administrative staff. The findings indicate that TQM implementation established a systematic framework for learning quality improvement through participatory planning, continuous supervision, regular evaluation, and consistent follow up actions. The active involvement of teachers in planning, monitoring, and professional development contributed to enhanced teaching competencies and more effective learning processes. In addition, the successful implementation of TQM was supported by a strong organizational culture characterized by religious values, collaborative decision making, and a commitment to continuous improvement embedded in academic and character building programs. These findings imply that TQM provides an effective management framework for fostering sustainable improvements in learning quality by strengthening institutional commitment, teacher professionalism, and a culture of continuous quality enhancement in Islamic educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Siti Zainab, Poppy Rachman, Arifia Retna Yunita https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Effect of Communication Quality and Information Quality at Education Fairs on Indonesian Digital Native Students’ Intention to Study Abroad
Education fairs are important service encounters in international higher education marketing because they connect prospective students with foreign universities through direct communication and information exchange. This study examines how communication quality and information quality at education fairs influence Indonesian digital natives' intention to study abroad, with student motivation as a mediating mechanism. A quantitative explanatory survey was conducted with 346 Indonesian respondents who had plans to study abroad and had attended an education fair within the previous 12 months. The data were analyzed using SPSS for respondent profiling and PLS-SEM with SmartPLS 4 for measurement and structural model evaluation. The findings show that communication quality positively affects student motivation (β = .256, p = .017), information quality positively affects student motivation (β = .422, p < .001), and student motivation strongly affects intention to study abroad (β = .800, p < .001). However, the direct effects of communication quality and information quality on intention are not significant. Motivation significantly mediates both relationships, indicating indirect-only mediation. The model explains 64.0% of the variance in intention to study abroad.
Copyright (c) 2026 Umi Aslamiyah, Teofilus Teofilus, Trianggoro Wiradinata, Bima Yatna Anugerah Ramadhani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
The Impact of Financial Inclusion, Fintech Adoption, and Frugal Living on the Financial Behavior of GenBI Students
This study aims to examine the influence of financial inclusion, financial technology (fintech) usage, and frugal living on the financial behavior of GenBI students, particularly in shaping saving behavior. A quantitative causal research design was applied using the Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) approach. The sample consisted of 242 respondents selected through probability sampling, and data were collected using structured questionnaires with a five-point Likert scale. The results show that financial inclusion, fintech usage, and frugal living each have a positive and significant effect on financial behavior. In addition, all variables collectively have a significant influence on students’ saving behavior. Among the three predictors, financial inclusion emerges as the most dominant factor, followed by fintech usage and frugal living. These findings confirm that financial behavior is shaped by a combination of access to financial services, digital financial literacy, and lifestyle discipline rather than a single determinant. The implications of this study suggest that strengthening financial education, expanding digital financial literacy, and encouraging responsible consumption behavior are essential to improving students’ financial management.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rifda Finastri, Susanti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Improving Visual Information Access for Blind Students Using Crowdsourced Assistance Technology
This study aims to explore how the Be My Eyes application supports independent visual information access among totally blind students, with particular attention to user preferences between volunteer-based assistance and AI-driven features. A qualitative exploratory design was employed involving five totally blind students, with data collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews and analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings reveal that participants strongly prefer the Be My AI feature over live volunteer assistance due to its perceived advantages in privacy, convenience, speed, and emotional comfort. The study also identifies that the main operational difficulty is not related to software accessibility but to users’ physical ability to align and frame the camera when capturing visual objects. Despite these challenges, Be My Eyes significantly enhances students’ autonomy by enabling independent access to visual information in daily activities, although human assistance remains necessary for complex or high-stakes tasks. The implications suggest that AI-based assistive technologies have strong potential to transform inclusive education by promoting flexible, user-centered, and self-reliant access to visual information for blind learners in special education contexts.
Copyright (c) 2026 Dwi Citolaksono, Fajar Indra Septiana https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Cultural Awareness and the Implementation of a Sharia-Based Transactional System in Islamic Early Childhood Education
This study aims to examine the implementation of a Sharia-based transactional system, explore the level of cultural awareness supporting its implementation, and identify the factors influencing its effectiveness within an Islamic early childhood educational institution. A qualitative approach with a descriptive analytical design was employed. Four participants, consisting of a school leader, a financial administrator, a teacher, and a parent, were purposively selected. Data were collected through observations, in-depth interviews, and documentation and analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña, including data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing/verification. The findings reveal that the institution has consistently implemented Sharia economic principles in its financial transactions by emphasizing transparency, accountability, honesty, and amanah. High cultural awareness was evident through the internalization of Islamic values into organizational practices and daily institutional activities. The implementation was supported by strong Islamic educational values, leadership commitment, parental involvement, and a supportive socio-cultural environment, while challenges included limited technical expertise in Sharia financial management and the absence of comprehensive Sharia-based standard operating procedures. These findings imply that integrating Sharia financial governance with organizational culture can strengthen ethical governance, institutional accountability, and sustainable financial management in Islamic educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Anggi Sartika Rahman, Alfi Amalia https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Character-Based Curriculum Management in Islamic Senior High Schools: A POAC Approach to Strengthening Student Character
This study aims to analyze the management of a character-based curriculum in an Islamic Senior High School using the Planning, Organizing, Actuating, and Controlling (POAC) management framework. A qualitative case study approach was employed to examine how character values are systematically integrated into the Independent Curriculum through curriculum planning, implementation, and evaluation. Data were collected from 20 participants, including teachers, vice principals, students, and parents, through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and document analysis. The data were analyzed using the interactive he support of NVivo 12. The findings indicate that character-based curriculum management was implemented effectively, achieving an overall effectiveness level of approximately 75%. Islamic values, including akhlakul karimah, discipline, and responsibility, were integrated through project-based learning, daily habituation, and pesantren-inspired activities. Nevertheless, the implementation faced challenges related to limited resources, insufficient teacher professional development, and the adaptation to post-pandemic hybrid learning. The study implies that continuous teacher training, digitalized character assessment systems, and stronger collaboration among school stakeholders are essential to enhance curriculum effectiveness and strengthen the Pancasila Student Profile with Rahmatan lil Alamin values.
Copyright (c) 2026 Anis Choirun Niswah, Ainur Rifqi, Erny Roesminingsih, Amrozi Khumaidi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Transformational Leadership and Teacher Performance in the Digital Era: A Case Study of an Indonesian Madrasah
This study aims to examine how transformational leadership is implemented by the head of madrasah to improve teacher performance in the digital era at Madrasah. Digital transformation has reshaped governance, learning practices, and teacher professionalism, requiring leaders to manage technological and cultural change. In madrasah contexts, this issue is important because digital adaptation must align with institutional values, limited resources, and teacher readiness. This research employed a qualitative single-case study design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and document analysis, then analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña. The findings show, first, that teacher performance was strengthened through mentoring, supervision, motivation, and evaluation. Second, transformational leadership appeared through idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration. Third, implementation was supported by leadership commitment, collaborative culture, stakeholder support, parental participation, and technology use. However, it was constrained by competence gaps, infrastructure, communication problems, resistance, and unequal readiness. These findings imply that transformational leadership functions as an adaptive mechanism for teacher development. Practically, madrasah leaders should design collaborative and differentiated professional development strategies.
Copyright (c) 2026 Zahwa Rifqotul Maula, Lailatul Hidayah Ayu Putri https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Principal Managerial Competencies for Sustaining School Accreditation: The Roles of School Planning and Program Monitoring in Quality Assurance
This study aims to analyze the principal’s managerial competence in school planning and in implementing program monitoring and evaluation to support the sustainability of school accreditation. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis, and were analyzed using the Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña interactive model, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that the principal demonstrates strong managerial competence in preparing school strategic and operational plans based on educational report data, school self-evaluation, and previous program evaluation results. In addition, program monitoring and evaluation are conducted systematically through coordination meetings, academic supervision, program reporting, and follow-up actions based on evaluation findings. These managerial practices contribute to continuous quality improvement by strengthening planning, ensuring effective program implementation, and fostering evidence-based decision-making. The study implies that principals’ managerial competence plays a vital role in sustaining school quality assurance and maintaining accreditation standards through systematic planning, continuous monitoring, and ongoing evaluation.
Copyright (c) 2026 Lulu Fauziah, Heru Juabdin Sada, Ilhami https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Leadership Strategies for Developing a Student Discipline Culture: A Qualitative Case Study Through George R. Terry's POAC Management Framework
The phenomenon of moral degradation in the contemporary era requires educational institutions to strengthen the value system through systematic leadership management. This study aims to evaluate the leadership strategy of the head of the boarding school in constructing a culture of student discipline at the API ASRI 2 Bandongan Islamic Boarding School using the theory of the management function of POAC (Planning, Organizing, Actuating, Controlling) from George R. Terry. The research method applied is qualitative with an explanatory case study design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and documentation, then analyzed using the interactive model Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña using purposive sampling techniques. The findings of the study revealed that the internalization of discipline culture is carried out through four stages: participatory planning based on traditional values, structured division of tasks to avoid overlapping authority, implementation through leadership example (uswah hasanah) and persuasive communication, as well as digital supervision accompanied by educational sanctions. In conclusion, the success of the formation of discipline in Islamic boarding schools does not rely enough on rigid legal-formal rules, but requires synergy between exemplary leadership figures, orderly organization, and communication that humanizes human beings in applying fair and transparent sanctions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ainun Na'im, Ali Rohmat, Dahlia https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Transforming Graduate Quality: The Strategic Power of Visionary Leadership in Islamic Secondary Education
This study aims to analyze the role of visionary leadership in improving graduate quality, identify strategies for integrating institutional vision into quality improvement programs, and examine the supporting and inhibiting factors affecting their implementation. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, with data collected through observations, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. The data were analyzed using the processes of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, while source and technique triangulation were applied to ensure trustworthiness. The findings reveal that visionary leadership is effectively implemented through participatory vision formulation, consistent communication of institutional goals, and the development of academic, character-building, and religious programs aligned with quality improvement objectives. Effective strategies include integrating the institutional vision into educational practices, empowering teachers, fostering collaboration with stakeholders, and implementing continuous monitoring and evaluation. The study also identifies teacher competence, stakeholder support, and adequate facilities as enabling factors, while limited student motivation, insufficient parental involvement, and rapid technological changes remain key challenges. These findings imply that visionary leadership is essential for fostering a sustainable quality culture and strengthening institutional capacity to produce competitive graduates in a dynamic educational environment.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ilham Martua Hasibuan, Budi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Organizational Justice and Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB): A Systematic Literature Review
This study aims to examine organizational justice as a predictor of Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) through a systematic synthesis of empirical evidence and to explain the relationship using Social Exchange Theory. The study focuses on how fairness perceptions influence employees’ voluntary behaviors and the psychological mechanisms underlying this relationship. This research employs a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines to ensure methodological rigor and transparency. Data were collected from the Scopus database using keywords related to organizational justice and OCB. From 215 identified articles, 14 empirical studies met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed. The results indicate that organizational justice consistently has a positive and significant effect on OCB across various organizational contexts. Employees who perceive distributive, procedural, and interactional justice are more likely to engage in extra-role behaviors such as helping colleagues and voluntarily contributing to organizational effectiveness. The relationship is strengthened by mediating factors such as job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and psychological ownership. Additionally, organizational justice reduces negative outcomes such as burnout and turnover intention. These findings support Social Exchange Theory, which explains that fair treatment encourages reciprocal positive employee behavior. The study implies that organizations should prioritize fairness in decision-making, reward distribution, and interpersonal treatment to enhance employee citizenship behavior and overall organizational effectiveness.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ardhiana Naufa Rendha Oktaviani, Meita Santi Budiani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Quality Culture as a Strategic Driver of Teacher Human Resource Development for Fostering Future-Ready Teachers in Islamic Education
This study aims to examine teacher human resource development strategies based on a quality culture in fostering future-ready teachers within Islamic educational institutions. A qualitative case study approach was employed, involving school leaders, teachers, and quality assurance personnel as research participants. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and document analysis, then analyzed using NVivo through coding, cluster analysis, tree map analysis, and word cloud analysis to identify key themes and relationships. The findings indicate that teacher development is strengthened through continuous professional development, academic supervision, collaborative learning communities, digital literacy enhancement, and the cultivation of a quality-oriented organizational culture. The study also reveals that quality culture promotes continuous improvement, professionalism, collaboration, and innovation while supporting teachers’ adaptability to educational change. Future-ready teachers are characterized not only by digital competence and 21st-century skills but also by strong moral, spiritual, and Islamic values. The integration of teacher human resource development, quality culture, digital literacy, and Islamic values provides a sustainable framework for preparing adaptive, innovative, and ethically grounded teachers capable of responding to future educational challenges.
Copyright (c) 2026 Herdiana, Zulkhairi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
PDCA Cycle-Based Quality Management in Islamic Education and Its Alignment with Educational Management Standards
This study aims to analyze the implementation of quality management in Islamic educational management based on the Plan–Do–Check–Act (PDCA) cycle and its alignment with the Educational Management Standards stipulated in the Regulation of the Minister of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology Number 47 of 2023. This study employed a qualitative approach. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis involving school principals, teachers, and educational staff. The data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, while data credibility was ensured through source and technique triangulation. The findings indicate that quality management has been implemented systematically through the four stages of the PDCA cycle. The planning stage focused on educational program design, quality target setting, and religious program development. The implementation stage integrated academic learning, religious activities, character education, and an Islamic school culture. Evaluation was conducted through supervision, monitoring, and regular review meetings, while continuous improvement emphasized teacher professional development, program refinement, and educational innovation. These findings imply that integrating the PDCA cycle with national educational management standards provides a sustainable framework for strengthening institutional governance, improving educational quality, and supporting continuous quality assurance in Islamic educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2026 Khoirul Umam, Oki Dermawan, Aditia Fradito https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Financial Stress, Time Management, and Work Intensity: Predicting Academic Performance Among Part-Time Working Students
The increasing number of university students engaged in part-time employment has created challenges in balancing academic responsibilities with financial and occupational demands. This study aimed to examine the effects of financial stress, time management, and part-time work intensity on students' academic performance. A quantitative approach with a causal research design was employed. Data were collected through an online questionnaire using a five-point Likert scale from 100 part-time working undergraduate students selected through purposive sampling. The data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) with SmartPLS 4. The findings revealed that financial stress has a significant negative effect on academic performance, whereas time management and part-time work intensity have significant positive effects, with time management emerging as the strongest predictor. Collectively, the three independent variables explained 37.8% of the variance in academic performance, indicating that both financial and behavioral factors play important roles in shaping students' academic achievement. These findings contribute to the integration of financial, behavioral, and occupational perspectives in explaining academic performance among part-time working students. Practically, the study highlights the importance of developing institutional strategies that strengthen students' financial resilience, time management skills, and self-management competencies to support sustainable academic success while preparing them for future professional responsibilities.
Copyright (c) 2026 Aulia Sugma Majiida, Nimas Aulia Pambajeng Miftahunnajah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
Fostering Student Character: The Implementation of Tazkiyatun Nafs Philosophy in Elementary Education
This study aims to examine the implementation of the philosophy of Tazkiyatun Nafs in fostering students' moral character Elementary Education to explore how its principles are translated into educational practices. The research employed a qualitative approach using a case study design. Data were collected through classroom observations, semi-structured interviews with the principal, teachers, and students, as well as document analysis. The data were analyzed using the interactive model of data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. The findings reveal that the philosophy of Tazkiyatun Nafs is implemented through the integration of religious habituation, teacher role modeling, reflective learning, and a school culture grounded in Islamic values. These practices encourage students to internalize moral values, strengthen spiritual awareness, and develop positive behaviors such as honesty, discipline, responsibility, empathy, and respect. The study further demonstrates that sustainable moral development is achieved when spiritual purification becomes the foundation of educational activities rather than merely emphasizing behavioral compliance. The findings provide both theoretical and practical implications by positioning Tazkiyatun Nafs as an operational framework for character education and offering valuable insights for educators and policymakers seeking to strengthen morally and spiritually grounded educational practices.
Copyright (c) 2026 Zainuddin, Herdiana, Ratna Sari, Iskandar https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
English Teachers' Perspectives on ChatGPT as a Writing Assistant in Narrative Writing: Benefits and Challenges for EFL Instruction
Writing is an essential skill in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning, particularly in developing students’ ability to produce narrative texts. This study aims to explore English teachers’ perspectives on the use of ChatGPT as a writing assistant in narrative writing instruction and to identify its perceived benefits and challenges. A qualitative study employing a basic interpretative design was conducted with five English teachers selected through purposive sampling based on their experience using ChatGPT in teaching. Data were collected through open-ended questionnaires and semi-structured interviews and analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings indicate that teachers perceive ChatGPT as a valuable tool for supporting students’ idea generation, language development, and understanding of narrative text structure. It also assists teachers in preparing instructional materials and facilitating classroom activities. However, teachers also reported challenges, including students’ over-reliance on ChatGPT, ethical concerns related to plagiarism, difficulties in monitoring responsible use, and the potential reduction of students’ critical thinking skills. These findings imply that ChatGPT can effectively support narrative writing instruction when integrated with appropriate pedagogical guidance, ethical awareness, and teacher supervision to promote meaningful and responsible learning.
Copyright (c) 2026 Muchlisin Yahya Yanuarsyah, Zainul Aminin https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0