JIEM (Journal of Islamic Education Management)
Vol 9, No 2 (2025): Manajemen Pendidikan Islam

Harmonizing Standards: Implementation and Learning Challenges in a Dual-Curriculum System

Hamdani, Ahmad Sahrul (Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang)
Aini, Fariyatul (Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang)
Nurafida, Siti (Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang)



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Publish Date
04 Dec 2025

Abstract

 This study aims to describe the model of Cambridge Curriculum integration at MTsN 6 Malangand to identify the challenges encountered during its implementation. The research employed adescriptive qualitative approach with data collected through interviews and classroomobservations involving the Vice Principal for Curriculum Affairs and the International ClassProgram (ICP) teachers. The findings reveal that MTsN 6 Malang adopts a selective-adaptiveintegration model by combining three core subjects Mathematics, Science, and English alignedwith the national curriculum. The teaching process employs a bilingual approach, using Englishas the primary medium of instruction and incorporating active learning strategies to promotecritical thinking and communicative skills. The assessment system integrates national standardswith the Cambridge Checkpoint to maintain academic consistency. Major challenges includestudents’ readiness to comprehend foreign-language materials. The institution addresses theseissues through English matriculation programs. The study provides empirical insights into howIslamic schools integrate international curricula while upholding religious and national values.

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Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Education

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Journal of Islamic Education Management (JIEM) merupakan merupakan jurnal yang memuat tulisan, hasil penelitian, pengembangan, kajian atau telaah keilmuan manajemen pendidikan Islam. Isi jurnal memuat pandangan kritis, berpikir komprehensif dalam manajemen pendidikan Islam. Jurnal ini terbit setiap ...