Jurnal Manajemen Pendidikan Dasar, Menengah dan Tinggi [JMP-DMT]
Vol 7, No 4 (2026): JURNAL JMP-DMT

School Principals’ Strategies in Managing Academic Supervision to Enhance Learning Innovation in Elementary Schools

Emiria Emiria (Universitas Muhammadiyah Kendari)
Adam Adam (Universitas Muhammadiyah Kendari)
Ridwan Yusuf Deluma Ridwan (Universitas Muhammadiyah Kendari)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Oct 2026

Abstract

This study examines principals’ strategies for managing academic supervision to support instructional innovation. A qualitative multiple-case design was employed in two public elementary schools. Seven purposively selected informants comprised two principals, four teachers, and one school supervisor. Interviews, observations, and documentation were analyzed through data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification, supported by source and method triangulation. Findings show that supervision planning relied on reviews of teaching documents, identification of teacher needs, and schedule coordination, while systematic needs documentation remained limited. Implementation involved document reviews, classroom observations, and professional dialogue, alongside emerging innovations in teaching methods, digital media, and student engagement. Evaluation included feedback and two-way reflection, although follow-up records required strengthening. Cross-case analysis identified similar supervisory stages but context-dependent forms of instructional innovation. The study highlights the importance of connecting teacher needs, classroom evidence, and sustained professional support in academic supervision.Keywords: principal strategies, academic supervision, learning innovation, instructional leadership

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JMP-DMT

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Education Other

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he University of Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara publishes Jurnal Menajemen Pendidikan Dasar, Menengah dan Tinggi (JMD-DMT) on January, April, July and October (4 Issue/Year). The Journal using Double-Blind Review Process. Journal Manajemen Pendidikan Dasar, Menengah dan Tinggi (JMP-DMT) is also accept ...