Journal of Social Studies and Education
Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025)

Data-Driven Supervision and Spiritual Accountability of Islamic Religious Education Supervisors and Teachers in Kukar

Ariyadi (Kantor Kementerian Agama Kabupaten Kutai Kartanegara, Indonesia)
Zamroni (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Aji Muhammad Idris Samarinda, Indonesia)
Junedi (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Aji Muhammad Idris Samarinda, Indonesia)
Yustika (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Aji Muhammad Idris Samarinda, Indonesia)
Hasniah (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Aji Muhammad Idris Samarinda, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
17 Oct 2026

Abstract

This study explores how Islamic Religious Education (Islamic Education) supervisors and teachers experience data-driven supervision across four dimensions of Edward III policy implementation and examines the role of spiritual accountability (muraqabah and muhasabah) in improving teacher discipline. A qualitative case study design was used at the Ministry of Religious Affairs Office. Data were collected in August–September 2026 through semi-structured interviews and written questionnaires involving six informants: two Islamic Religious Education supervisors and four teachers. Thematic analysis was conducted using data condensation, display, and conclusion drawing and verification. Findings indicate that the SITKA PAI digital system facilitates documentation and initial performance screening, but its effectiveness is still limited by digital literacy and uneven infrastructure. Face-to-face supervision remains crucial for validating digital records and assessing professional qualities that administrative indicators miss. All six informants identified muraqabah and muhasabah as more fundamental drivers of discipline than digital monitoring. The study concludes that effective supervision requires complementary digital and interpersonal mechanisms. Practically, these findings imply the need to continue supporting digital literacy and integrate spiritual accountability into teacher professional development.

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jsse

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Humanities Education Social Sciences

Description

Journal of Social Studies and Education is a peer-reviewed journal that advances social studies and education knowledge through original, high-quality research. It focuses on various themes, including pedagogical innovations, curriculum development, global citizenship, social and emotional learning, ...