IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature
Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite

The Role of Management Principles in Improving the Effectiveness of Arabic Language Learning Programs in Madrasah Tsanawiyah Pekanbaru City

Winta Fevi Camelia (Arabic Language Education, Sultan Syarif Kasim State Islamic University, Riau)
Hakmi Wahyudi (Arabic Language Education, Sultan Syarif Kasim State Islamic University, Riau)



Article Info

Publish Date
20 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of management principles in improving the effectiveness of Arabic language learning programs in Madrasah Tsanawiyah in Pekanbaru City, Indonesia, with a focus on the principles of reciprocity and centralization. Previous studies have rarely integrated reward systems and centralized curriculum policies in Arabic language learning management. This study employed a descriptive qualitative approach involving two Arabic language teachers and one madrasah principal from MTs Masmur and MTs Al-Fajar. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The findings show that the application of management principles planning, organizing, implementation, and evaluation contributes to improving learning effectiveness. The principle of reciprocity enhances teacher motivation through financial and non-financial rewards, which encourage more innovative teaching practices. Meanwhile, the principle of centralization helps maintain curriculum consistency but may limit teachers' flexibility in adapting learning to students’ needs. The hybrid management model, defined as the integration of centralized curriculum standards with limited teacher autonomy in instructional practices, has proven to support adaptive and effective Arabic language learning. This study emphasizes the importance of balancing reward systems and centralized policies to improve teacher performance and the effectiveness of Arabic language learning in the madrasah environment.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ideas

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Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

IDEAS Journal is published twice a year in the months of June and December (P-ISSN 2338-4778 and E-ISSN 2548-4192); it presents articles on English language teaching and learning, linguistics, and literature. The contents include analyses, studies and application of theories, research report, ...