Journal of Educational Management Research
Vol. 4 No. 6 (2025)

Managing Classroom Space Constraints to Support Effective Learning: A Qualitative Study

De Elsa Agustiani (Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Darussalam Kunir)
Siti Nur Azizah (Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Darussalam Kunir)
Ahmad Haikal Mufid (Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Darussalam Kunir)
Muhammad Mustafid Haziq (Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Darussalam Kunir)
Affa Turrahmah (Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Darussalam Kunir)
Deva Devi Anti (Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Darussalam Kunir)



Article Info

Publish Date
20 Dec 2025

Abstract

This study aims to examine the effects of limited classroom availability on the effectiveness and quality of the teaching and learning process, with particular attention to classroom conditions, their implications for students and teachers, and school efforts to address these challenges. This study employed a qualitative approach with a descriptive research design. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation involving school principals, vice principals, and teachers selected through purposive sampling. Data credibility was established through source and technique triangulation, while data were analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and SaldaƱa, comprising data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that limited classroom availability leads to shift-based learning, reduced instructional time, lower student comfort and concentration, and difficulties for teachers in managing classrooms and delivering learning materials effectively. Schools respond by optimizing available spaces, reorganizing schedules, maintaining existing facilities, proposing additional classroom construction, utilizing educational technology, and strengthening stakeholder collaboration. The findings highlight the importance of adequate classroom provision and systematic facility management to create effective, comfortable, and conducive learning environments. Strategic resource optimization and collaborative planning are also essential for sustaining learning quality under infrastructure constraints.

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Journal Info

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jemr

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Education Social Sciences

Description

Journal of Educational Management Research is an international peer-reviewed journal which publishes original and significant contributions to educational management, administration, and leadership, in its broadest sense, from all over the world. This includes primary research projects in schools ...