The Role of The Principal to Increase Teacher Innovation and Creativity during the Pandemic

Umigiarini Pangestu (Universitas Lampung)
Dedy Hermanto Karwan (Universitas Lampung Indonesia)

Jurnal Manajemen Pendidikan Islam
Vol 6 No 2 (2021): Islamic Education Management

The purpose of this research is to find out how the role of the Principal to increase the innovation and creativity of teachers at Al-Azhar Junior High School 3 Bandar Lampung during the Covid-19 Pandemic. The method used in this study is a descriptive qualitative method where data collection uses interview, observation, and documentation techniques. The sample of the study was the principal, the vice principal, three teachers, and the students. The role of the headmaster in improving the innovation and creativity of teachers in learning is (1) The Principal as an example; (2) Supervision and guidance, (3) Rewarding and punishment, (4) Involving teachers in training, (5) Creating a pleasant work atmosphere, (6) Providing freedom to innovate and create.