Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)

Academic Supervision Management by School Principals in Enhancing Teachers' Social Competence: A Comparative Case Study of Two Elementary Schools

Kania, Ani (Unknown)
Wasliman, Eva Dianawati (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
12 Jan 2026

Abstract

Principal academic supervision is an important means of improving teachers' social competence to support effective communication, cooperation, and professional classroom management. This study was motivated by the importance of the principal's role in providing continuous guidance, direction, and evaluation. The purpose of this study is to describe the planning, implementation, evaluation, follow-up, obstacles, and solutions of academic supervision by the principal in improving teachers' social competence at SDN Sintok and SDN Margasari. The method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and documentation, then analyzed thematically. The results showed that supervision at SDN Sintok emphasized personal assistance, while at SDN Margasari it was carried out in a structured manner with an annual work program. Supervision was proven to improve teachers' communication skills, cooperation, self-confidence, and reflective attitudes. In conclusion, academic supervision plays a strategic role in improving teachers' social competence through planned, flexible, and solution-oriented guidance.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jirpe

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

Description

Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education (JIRPE) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes original research and review articles primarily but limited to the area of elementary school education. It brings together academics and researchers from different countries who ...