AR-RIAYAH : Jurnal Pendidikan Dasar
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): May

Professional Teachers' Competencies in Improving the Learning Process in Elementary Schools

Silvianingrum (Universitas Pakuan)
M. Zainal Arifin (Universitas Pakuan)
Pupud Mahpudin (Universitas Pakuan)
Melinda (Universitas Pakuan)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2026

Abstract

Professional teacher competence is a key factor in improving the quality of the learning process in elementary schools. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of professional teacher competence through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR). The review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines using articles retrieved from the Scopus database. A total of 37 articles that met the inclusion criteria were analyzed using narrative synthesis. The findings indicate that professional teacher competence positively contributes to lesson planning, instructional implementation, student engagement, and learning outcomes. Pedagogical and professional competencies were the most frequently examined dimensions, followed by digital, reflective, collaborative, and inclusive competencies. The effectiveness of teacher competence is influenced by continuous professional development, the integration of digital technology, organizational support, and reflective and collaborative practices. The review also identified several research gaps, including the limited use of mixed-methods and longitudinal designs, as well as the lack of studies examining teacher digital competence related to Artificial Intelligence. These findings provide a comprehensive overview of the current literature and offer directions for future research and educational policies aimed at enhancing the quality of elementary education.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JPD

Publisher

Subject

Religion Education Social Sciences

Description

AR-RIAYAH: Jurnal Pendidikan Dasar, is a scientific periodical writings about conceptual ideas, study and application of theory, practical writing, research and teaching in the primary school/Madrasah Ibtidaiyah. the journal is published by Institut Agama Islam Negeri (IAIN) Curup twice a year in ...