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Classroom Quality Management in Improving the Learning Motivation of Fifth Grade Students in Elementary School Fitriyana, Fitriyana; Sukandar, Ahmad
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Papanda Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i1.2775

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This study investigates how systematic classroom quality management enhances fifth-grade student learning motivation in Indonesian elementary schools. Despite established policy frameworks emphasizing quality management standards, significant gaps persist between policy intentions and classroom realities, particularly regarding the integration of industrial quality management principles into educational practice. Employing a qualitative case study approach, this research examined classroom quality management processes at SDN Kertaraharja and SDN Ciadeg in Cianjur Regency. Data were collected through classroom observations, semi-structured interviews with principals (n=2), teachers (n=6), and students (n=12), and document analysis. Findings reveal that systematic implementation of Deming's PDCA cycle—encompassing strategic planning with student voice integration, responsive implementation utilizing varied interactive methods, continuous evaluation tracking both academic and motivational outcomes, and adaptive follow-up—significantly enhances student learning motivation. Student participation increased from 62% to 87% during interactive activities, with unexpected emergence of spontaneous peer teaching behaviors indicating heightened intrinsic motivation. Key obstacles included limited facilities, insufficient teacher training, and resource constraints, overcome through creative solutions and collaborative approaches. This research contributes theoretically by validating industrial quality management frameworks in educational contexts and practically by providing replicable models for resource-constrained schools. The study demonstrates that educational quality enhancement is achievable through systematic, collaborative approaches recognizing student motivation as both a process indicator and valued outcome.
Digitalizing Islamic Education Management in the Industry 5.0 Era: From Digital Administration to Value-Based Governance Asdianur Hadi; Ahmad Sukandar
Jurnal Manajemen dan Pendidikan Agama Islam Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Januari: Jurnal Manajemen dan Pendidikan Agama Islam
Publisher : Asosiasi Riset Pendidikan Agama dan Filsafat Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/jmpai.v4i1.1808

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This article examines the digitalization of Islamic education management in the Industry 5.0 era by emphasizing a shift from mere “digital administration” to value-based governance. The focus goes beyond adopting applications; it highlights a deeper transformation in how institutions manage processes, data, services, and decision-making to enhance effectiveness, accountability, and alignment with the broader purposes of Islamic education. The article synthesizes key pillars of transformation, including system integration across academic, financial, and learning services, strengthened data governance, capacity building for human resources, and cultural change management. While digitalization may improve efficiency and transparency, the article also discusses recurring risks such as digital divides, organizational resistance, vendor dependency, and ethical/privacy concerns, along with practical mitigation strategies. The main contribution is a conceptual governance framework that connects service performance indicators with institutional values, enabling digital transformation to remain meaningful, trustworthy, and sustainable rather than purely technical or procedural.
Islamic Religious Education and the Sustainable Development Goals: A Critical Analysis of the Theory-Practice Nexus Andi Taufik; Ahmad Sukandar
Journal of Science and Education (JSE) Vol. 6 No. 2.1 (2026): Special Collection for Universitas Islam Nusantara
Publisher : CV. Media Digital Publikasi Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58905/jse.v6i2.1.705

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This study undertakes a critical analysis of the theoretical frameworks underpinning the relationship between Islamic Religious Education (PAI) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It identifies significant gaps between normative theological discourse and empirical implementation in educational settings. Employing a systematic literature review (SLR) with qualitative-interpretive and critical analysis approaches, the research examines peer-reviewed publications (2014–2024) indexed in Scopus, Google Scholar, DOAJ, and Garuda databases, focusing on the PAI-SDGs nexus. Key findings reveal: First, the aspirational alignment of core Islamic values (khalifah, al-’adl, maqasid) with SDGs remains fragmented, lacking holistic operationalization in curricula. Second, significant epistemological tensions (e.g., eschatological vs. worldly orientations; tawhid vs. capitalist growth models) and implementation gaps persist—evidenced by limited teacher capacity, minimal integration in primary education, and a lack of standardized impact assessment tools. Third, the study proposes the PAI-SDGs Nexus framework and Critical Islamic Sustainability Education (CISE) theory as original contributions to bridge these gaps. PAI's contribution to the SDGs remains structurally uncoordinated. The study concludes that a context-sensitive theoretical-operational reconstruction, critical pedagogy-based teacher training, and measurable impact indicators are necessary to bridge the persistent theory-practice discontinuities.
The PDCA Cycle as a Strategic Framework for Enhancing Elementary Literacy: A Case Study of the Class Literacy Tree Intervention in Indonesia Kurnia , Asep Adang; Ahmad Sukandar
Journal of Science and Education (JSE) Vol. 6 No. 2.1 (2026): Special Collection for Universitas Islam Nusantara
Publisher : CV. Media Digital Publikasi Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58905/jse.v6i2.1.709

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 This qualitative case study examines the implementation and sustainability of the Class Literacy Tree (POLIKEL) strategy within the One Week One Book (SAMI SAKU) program in Indonesian elementary schools, analyzed through the lens of Deming's Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) management cycle. The research employed a descriptive case study design across two public elementary schools in Sumedang Regency, Indonesia. Data were collected via in-depth interviews, observation, and document analysis, and subsequently analyzed using the interactive model. The findings reveal that while the POLIKEL artifact is a powerful pedagogical tool for promoting reading interest and basic writing skills, its success and sustainability are critically contingent upon the fidelity and integration of the supporting PDCA cycle. Schools that executed a proactive planning (Plan) and a formal evaluation (Check) mechanism achieved continuous, measurable improvement, validating the strategic management framework as essential for scalable pedagogical innovation in resource-constrained educational settings.
The Role of the Ummi Method in Developing Al-Qur’an Reading Proficiency: An Evaluation of Tilawah and Tahfizh Achievements in Integrated Islamic Schools Muhammad Kamaluddin; Ahmad Sukandar
Journal of Science and Education (JSE) Vol. 6 No. 2.1 (2026): Special Collection for Universitas Islam Nusantara
Publisher : CV. Media Digital Publikasi Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58905/jse.v6i2.1.710

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This descriptive qualitative study analyzes the role and effectiveness of the Ummi Method in developing Al-Qur’an reading proficiency (Tilawah and Tahfizh) among students at SMPIT Ibnu Khaldun Lembang, an Integrated Islamic School. The study evaluates student achievement against the school's systematic curriculum targets over one semester. Data were collected through sustained observation, in-depth interviews with teachers and students, and systematic documentation analysis of Munaqasyah and Jilid progression records. Findings indicate that while the majority of students met or exceeded targets, significant variability in proficiency exists, primarily linked to students' initial motivation and rigorous group conditioning. The method’s success is critically dependent on teachers’ spiritual competence (Ruhiyah), pedagogical methodology, and conducive learning management. The study recommends continuous spiritual and professional development for teachers and intensive motivational programs to ensure optimal, holistic student outcomes.
Smartphone Utilization and Its Impact on Student Learn-ing Motivation in Islamic Religious Education from a Self-Regulated Learning Perspective Hasanuddin, Hasanuddin; Ahmad Sukandar
Journal of Science and Education (JSE) Vol. 6 No. 2.1 (2026): Special Collection for Universitas Islam Nusantara
Publisher : CV. Media Digital Publikasi Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58905/jse.v6i2.1.711

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The utilization of smartphones in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning presents both challenges and opportunities to enhance students’ learning motivation. This article aims to identify the impact of smartphone usage on the learning motivation of junior high school students from the perspective of Self-Regulated Learning (SRL) and to explore self-regulation strategies in managing this technology. The study employed a comparative case study method with a qualitative-dominant mixed-methods approach, involving two public junior high schools in Cianjur, Indonesia. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and questionnaires, then analyzed thematically and descriptively. The results show that smartphones can stimulate both extrinsic and intrinsic motivation, contingent upon students’ level of self-regulation. Smartphones function as a medium for learning access, digital proselytization (da'wah), and spiritual reflection. However, distraction remains a challenge where self-control is weak. Factors such as school environment, teachers’ roles as religious digital models, parental support, and religiosity significantly influence motivation. Self-regulated learning strategies, including goal awareness, time management, distraction control, and social-spiritual support, are essential for optimizing smartphone use. Smartphone use must be accompanied by digital literacy development that integrates academic competencies and Islamic values to be an effective and meaningful learning tool.
Implementation of the Differentiated Learning Model in Islamic Religious Education at Elementary Schools in Cianjur Dewi , Rika Rostika; Ahmad Sukandar
Journal of Science and Education (JSE) Vol. 6 No. 2.1 (2026): Special Collection for Universitas Islam Nusantara
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58905/jse.v6i2.1.712

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The heterogeneity of elementary school classrooms presents persistent challenges for Islamic Religious Education (IRE), demanding pedagogical approaches that transcend uniform instruction. This study was motivated by the need to enhance IRE effectiveness by examining the implementation of the differentiated learning model. This descriptive qualitative study utilized a comparative case study design at SD Negeri Tugusari and SD Negeri Pataruman Cianjur. Data were collected via non-participant observation, semi-structured interviews with teachers and students, and document analysis of lesson plans and instructional materials. The results demonstrate that both schools successfully implement differentiation by adjusting content, process, and product according to diverse student readiness, interests, and learning profiles. This implementation was found to significantly enhance student engagement and intrinsic motivation in IRE. The study concludes that differentiated learning is an effective and impactful methodology for IRE in these contexts. This research contributes to the practical development of learning strategies that are responsive to student diversity in elementary education.
Cultivating the Soul in Public Education: Internalizing Islamic Values Through School Culture to Construct Student Moral Character Mohammad Iqbal; Ahmad Sukandar
Journal of Science and Education (JSE) Vol. 6 No. 2.1 (2026): Special Collection for Universitas Islam Nusantara
Publisher : CV. Media Digital Publikasi Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58905/jse.v6i2.1.713

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In the midst of global moral decadence and the digital crisis affecting youth, the integration of religious values within public education has become a critical pedagogical imperative. This study investigates the processes, strategies, and impacts of internalizing Islamic values through school culture at SMP Negeri 3 Cianjur and SMP Negeri 4 Cianjur, Indonesia. Utilizing a qualitative case study approach with a descriptive-narrative design, data were gathered through participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The study analyzes how these public institutions transcend secular limitations by embedding religious praxis into the hidden curriculum. The findings reveal a multi-layered internalization strategy: (1) Uswah Hasanah (exemplary role modeling) by educators; (2) Structural habituation of rituals (congregational prayers, Quranic literacy); and (3) Environmental conditioning through Islamic-based regulations. The research concludes that the efficacy of moral formation relies not on dogmatic instruction, but on a symbiotic ecosystem involving school policy, teacher integrity, and parental synergy. These findings offer a reproducible model for value-based education in state-run schools facing modernization challenges.
Cultivating Compassion: Rohis as a Strategic Medium for Internalizing Islamic Values and Constructing Anti-Bullying Behavior in Indonesian Public Schools Fitri Meidasari; Ahmad Sukandar
Journal of Science and Education (JSE) Vol. 6 No. 2.1 (2026): Special Collection for Universitas Islam Nusantara
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58905/jse.v6i2.1.714

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 Bullying remains a pervasive pathology within secondary education, necessitating interventions that transcend punitive measures and address the root moral vacuity. This study investigates the role of Islamic Spiritual Activities (Rohis) as a strategic medium for internalizing Islamic values to construct anti-bullying behaviors at SMP Negeri 1 Lemahabang and SMP Negeri 2 Karawang Timur. Employing a qualitative case study design, data were gathered through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation. The study reveals that Rohis functions not merely as an extracurricular entity but as a dynamic ecosystem for moral conditioning. The findings indicate a tripartite mechanism of internalization: (1) cognitive enlightenment through theological literacy, (2) affective engagement through spiritual mentorship, and (3) conative actualization through social advocacy. The integration of values such as empathy (ta’awun) and mutual respect significantly reduces aggressive tendencies. The study concludes that Rohis serves as a vital subsystem in school ecology, transforming religious rituals into social ethics, thereby creating a compassionate shield against peer violence. These findings advocate for the elevation of spiritual organizations from peripheral activities to central pillars of character education policy.
The Catalytic Role of Transformational Principal Leader-ship in Enhancing Islamic Religious Education Teacher Performance via Professional Competence: A Dual-Site Case Study in West Java Yati Rumiati R; Ahmad Sukandar
Journal of Science and Education (JSE) Vol. 6 No. 2.1 (2026): Special Collection for Universitas Islam Nusantara
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58905/jse.v6i2.1.715

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In the landscape of modern education, the performance of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers is pivotal not only for academic transmission but for the moral fortification of students against the volatility of globalization. This study investigates the strategic influence of school principal leadership on PAI teacher performance, mediated by the enhancement of professional competence. Employing a qualitative case study design at SMPN 1 Pacet and SMPN 2 Cipanas, West Java, data were harvested through semi-structured interviews, participant observations, and extensive documentation analysis. The findings reveal a tripartite mechanism: (1) The Principal as a Transformational Architect, where leadership transcends administrative management to foster an intellectual and spiritual work climate; (2) The Trajectory of Competence Development, where principals actively facilitate continuous professional development (CPD) through supervision and digital integration; and (3) The Synergistic Manifestation of Performance, where enhanced competence translates into innovative, student-centered pedagogy. The study concludes that the principal's role is not merely supervisory but catalytic; effective leadership acts as the scaffold that converts potential teacher competence into kinetic educational performance. These findings advocate for a paradigm shift in principalship training towards instructional and transformational leadership models to sustain the quality of religious education.
Co-Authors Abdah Muhammad Hasan Abdilah, Ruly Imam Abdul Muiz Abdurachman Abdurachman Ade Riana Ahmad Fathurrahman, Asep Ahmad Tafsir Ahmad Tafsir, Ahmad Anan Abdul Manan Rohmansah Andi Taufik Ani Andriyani Apip, Apipudin Asdianur Hadi Asep A Fathurohman Asep A. Faturrohman Asep Abduloh Asiyah, Getta Siti Asnawi Asnawi Asyif Zaenal Muttaqin Az-zuhri, Dhilla Nur'aeni Badruzaman M. Yunus Badruzaman, Tjetjep Ismail Badruzzaman M. Yunus Dana Sujana Deden Mulyana Dewi , Rika Rostika Dewi, Lilis E. Kusman Enco Mulyasa Erick Yusuf Erick Yusuf Eulis Muplihati Sa’adah Faridah, N Ai St Minhatul Fathurrahman, Asep Fathurrohman, Asep A. Fathurrohman, Asep Ahmad Faturrahman, Asep Fauzi, Wildi Ahmad Fitri Meidasari Fitriyana Fitriyana, Fitriyana Ganda cahyana Gunawan, Marina Trie Ramadhany Guntur Rijaluddin Hamdan Fathurrohman Hanafiah Hani, Aan Harahap, Fitri E Hasan Hariri Hasanuddin Hasanuddin Helmawati Helmawati Hendi Hidayat, Hendi Heri Ali Imron Heri Mujianto Hery Susanto Hidayat, Herman Somantri Husen Dendi Husen Saeful Insan Husen Saepul Insan Inayatulloh, Supyan Indra Azwar Mawardi Iroh Nuraeni Ismawati, Iis Jamaluddin Jamaluddin JUNAEDI Krisna, Andri Kurnia , Asep Adang Kusnandar, Nandar Lusepi marwan setiawan Marwan Setiawan Maulana, Muhammad Rizal Meity Wildanun Nasution Mohamad Adam Rusmana Mohammad Iqbal Muhajiri, Nanang Muhammad Fikri Ghifari Muhammad Kamaluddin Mulyani Mulyani Mumung Mulyati N. Hanafiyah Nenok Rahmawati Nia Fitriani, Nia Nina Rahmi Nur Padila, Melia Nuraeni Nuraeni Nurhayati, Nanih Nursyamsu Nursyamsu nuryana nuryana, nuryana Ramdani, Septian Ridwanuloh, Asep Risma, Annisa Rohendi Rohendi Rohmah, Neng Saman, Kiagus Akbar Setiawan, Marwan Sihabudin, Budi Siti Nuraeni, Siti Sobandi, Deni Sodikin, Hasan Sofyan Sauri Sofyan Sauri Sofyan Sauri Sofyan Sauri Sofyan Sauri, Sofyan Soleh Jamaludin Suherman, Usep Suryati, Yuli Syarifah, Sherina Zakiyah Syarifudin Syarifudin Tata, Sumarta Taufiq, Ridwan Upe, Asrizal A. Wahyudi, Adji Wahab Yati Rumiati R Yusuf, Erick zaelani, Heri