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Jurnal Pendidikan Terapan
ISSN : 29853214     EISSN : 29643171     DOI : -
Jurnal Pendidikan Terapan (JUPITER) is an open scientific forum for educational researchers,scholars and practitioners. This open access journal publishes articles related to the research results in the field of education. The journal seeks to digest innovations, issues and trends in educational practice theory and policy. It also encourages a wide range of methodological approaches to understand the field of education from different perspective. Jurnal Pendidikan Terapan (JUPITER) is published by Sakura Digital Nusantara, in January, May and September. All submissions are double-blind and reviewed by peer reviewers. All papers can be submitted in BAHASA INDONESIA or ENGLISH. JUPITER has P-ISSN : 2985-3214 and E-ISSN : 2964-3171.
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Transformational Leadership and Teacher Performance in Islamic Schools: A Structural Equation Modelling Approach in the Era of Educational Disruption Waryadi Waryadi; Cecep Sumarna; Abdul Karim; Nur Muhammad Iskandar; Ahmad Zaldi
Jurnal Pendidikan Terapan Vol 4, No 2 May (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61255/jupiter.v4i2.928

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Purpose: This study aims to examine how transformational leadership contributes to enhancing teachers’ inventiveness and creativity in madrasah environments, as part of efforts to improve educational quality in times of rapid change. Method: This research employs a quantitative approach using a questionnaire as the primary data collection instrument. The collected data were analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM). Findings: The results indicate that transformational leadership plays a significant role in fostering supportive relationships and increasing teacher motivation, which subsequently encourages more inventive and creative performance among teachers. Research Implication: This study highlights the importance of implementing transformational leadership practices to cultivate a culture of creativity and innovation, thereby improving teacher productivity and overall educational quality. Originality: This study contributes by examining the link between transformational leadership and teacher creativity in madrasah contexts, supported by SEM-based empirical evidence.
Investigating Differentiated Learning Practices and their Influence on Multiple Domains of Early Childhood Development Annisah Nurul Dzulaekha; Mohamad Syahri; Mohammad Syaifuddin
Jurnal Pendidikan Terapan Vol 4, No 2 May (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61255/jupiter.v4i2.938

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Purpose : This study examines the systematic use of differentiated learning in early childhood classrooms at Hang Tuah Kindergarten, Tarakan, with a focus on its observed associations across six developmental domains moral-religious, physical-motor, cognitive, linguistic, socio-emotional, and artistic. It addresses the research gap in holistic analyses that move beyond single-domain evaluations. Methods: A qualitative methodology was used, incorporating classroom observations, semi-structured interviews with educators, and analysis of children's work artifacts. Data triangulation included instructional techniques, instructor perspectives, and developmental markers. Evidence was categorized into observed behaviors, instructor reflections, and documented outputs, with quality ratings assigned for systematic comparison. Findings: The study highlighted consistent differentiation in content, process, and product, with content adaptation deemed "adequate." Gains were observed in linguistic proficiency, collaboration, creativity, motor coordination, and cognitive sequencing. Teachers noted feasibility, alignment with readiness, and engagement from activity choice. Moderate progress was seen in moral-religious and socio-emotional domains, indicating a need for more focused scaffolding and long-term strategies. Research Implications: Findings indicate that differentiated learning significantly contributes to balanced child development, linking Tomlinson’s differentiation framework to Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory. The study suggests that differentiated strategies can enhance academic and social growth, prompting policymakers to consider institutional support for content adaptation. Originality: This research presents a qualitative account of differentiated learning across six developmental domains in Indonesian kindergartens, contributing a comprehensive framework that integrates teacher perceptions, classroom practices, and developmental artifacts, expanding upon previous studies that have predominantly focused on isolated domains.
Spiritual Assessment Based on Matthew 22:37-40: Faith Integration, Communal Spirituality, and Environmental Stewardship in Indonesian Christian Higher Education I Made Suardana; Ezra Tari; Oscard Lumban Tobing; Yasinta Waang; Abdiel Enrique Sánchez Revilla
Jurnal Pendidikan Terapan Vol 4, No 2 May (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61255/jupiter.v4i2.950

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This study addresses the need for a contextual spiritual assessment model in Christian higher education in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, by examining the internalization of the Law of Love (Matthew 22:37–40) in personal spirituality, integration of faith and reason, and environmental stewardship. A descriptive-quantitative survey was conducted with 94 students purposively sampled from four theological institutions in Kupang. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, primarily frequency distributions and percentage analysis. The findings revealed that 95.7% of respondents affirmed love as the foundational basis for life decisions (combined "Agree" and "Strongly Agree"). Personal piety was highly endorsed, with 94.7% reporting that daily prayer and Bible reading deepened their relationship with God, and 95.7% indicating that communal worship strengthened their faith. Integration of faith and reason was reflected by 60.6% strongly agreeing that Christian education helped them love God intellectually. Notably, 92.6% affirmed that their faith compels care for the environment (61.7% strongly agree), highlighting an emerging dimension of student spirituality. The study supports the relevance of a Matthew 22:37–40-based assessment model for holistic spiritual formation. However, limitations include reliance on self-report data, a geographically concentrated sample in Kupang, and a cross-sectional design. Future research employing mixed-methods and longitudinal approaches is recommended to validate these preliminary findings and capture behavioral expressions of spiritual formation..
Podcast as Road Safety Education Media for Adult Drivers in Indonesia: Development and Effectiveness Using Uses and Gratifications Azzah Ula Nabillah Yoni; Brasie Pradana Sela Bunga Riska Ayu; Hanendyo Putro
Jurnal Pendidikan Terapan Vol 4, No 2 May (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61255/jupiter.v4i2.1043

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This study developed a podcast titled "SaveDrive ID" as a road safety education medium and evaluated its effectiveness among active drivers in Indonesia. The study employed Research and Development (R&D) using the 4D model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate). A needs analysis was conducted with 30 drivers; expert validation was performed by content and media specialists; and effectiveness was measured using Gratifications Sought (GS) and Gratifications Obtained (GO) instruments on 100 drivers at a Pertamina fuel station on Jl. Raya Narogong No. 57, Bogor. Expert validation yielded an overall feasibility score of 85.47%. GS-GO gap analysis showed positive gaps across all four dimensions: cognitive (+10.87%), affective (+8.20%), tension release (+7.87%), and personal integration (+6.00%), with an overall gap of +8.23% and mean GO score of 90.43%, all categorized as Highly Satisfying. Podcast is a viable, flexible, and impactful medium for non-formal road safety education that can reach active adult drivers without the constraints of conventional in-person delivery.
Strategies for Strengthening Civic Responsibility Among Students Through Pancasila and Civic Education Anjulin Yonathan Kamlasi; Taufiqurrahman Taufiqurrahman; Fredik Lambertus Kollo; Thomas Kemil Masi; Melinda Ratu Radja; Tri Utami
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61255/jupiter.v4i2.838

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Strengthening civic responsibility is one of the important objectives of civic education in higher education, particularly in shaping students as active, participatory, and responsible citizens in democratic life. This study aims to analyse strategies for strengthening students' civic responsibility through Civic Education learning in the Pancasila and Civic Education Study Programme, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Nusa Cendana University. The research uses a qualitative approach. The research informants consist of lecturers teaching Civic Education courses and students of the Civic Education Study Programme, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Nusa Cendana University, who were selected purposively. Research data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation of the learning process, and analysis of documentation in the form of Semester Learning Plans (RPS), teaching materials, and student academic activities. Data analysis techniques used data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing techniques. The results of the study show that several key strategies in strengthening civic responsibility for students through Civic Education are project-based learning, integrated service learning, deliberative pedagogy (structured discussions, debates, and simulated public forums), strengthening the role of student organisations and practical leadership, as well as digital literacy and the use of media for civic participation (digital citizenship). Strengthening civic responsibility through PPKn must be integrative, contextual, and sustainable with adequate institutional support, facilities, and habits in campus and community life. This research contributes scientifically to the development of civic education studies in higher education by offering a conceptual model for strengthening student civic responsibility based on an integrative PPKn learning strategy that combines classroom learning, social experiences, and digital participation. The findings of this study also enrich the literature on relevant civic pedagogy practices to strengthen students' civic competencies in facing contemporary democratic challenges.
Shifts in Eighth-Grade Students' Mental Model Levels in Understanding Quadrilateral Concepts Through Group Discussion Lady Agustina; Sudahri Sudahri
Jurnal Pendidikan Terapan Vol 4, No 2 May (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61255/jupiter.v4i2.864

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Purpose:  The purpose of this study is to observe how the mental level of the student model experiences a shift in understanding the concept of a quadrangle through the process of group discussion. Methods: This study uses a qualitative approach involving 150 grade VIII students who have previously studied quadrilateral material. A written test on the concept of a quadrangle was given to all participants to determine the initial mental level of their model before the group discussion was conducted. Findings: Preliminary results showed that 12 students were at the initial level, 65 students at the first transition, 52 students at the synthetic level, 18 students at the II transition, and 3 students at the formal level. After the group discussion process, there was a shift in the mental level of the model in several subjects, namely two students from the initial level shifted to the synthetic level; one student from transition I to synthetic; one student from transition I to transition II; and two students from the synthetic level to transition II. Meanwhile, two students at the transition level II and two students at the formal level did not experience a shift. Research implications: These findings suggest that group discussions have the potential to facilitate the mental restructuring of students' models in understanding geometry concepts, especially quadrangles. In addition, this research emphasizes the importance of social interaction in helping students move from intuitive understanding to more formal understanding. Originality: This research contributes by mapping in detail the shift in the mental level of the student model after the group discussion, as well as offering empirical evidence regarding the effectiveness of discussion as a pedagogical strategy in learning geometry concepts.
Curriculum Management in Creating Elite Classes: An Integrated Framework for Pesantren-Based Madrasahs Ahmad Chakim; Mintarsih Danumiharja; Abdul Karim; Nur Muhammad Iskandar; Ahmad Zaldi
Jurnal Pendidikan Terapan Vol 4, No 2 May (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61255/jupiter.v4i2.911

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Purpose: This study examines how curriculum management contributes to the development of elite classes in pesantren-based madrasahs, focusing on the balance between academic excellence and the preservation of Islamic educational identity. Methods: A qualitative case study was conducted at MAN 2 Cirebon, Full-Day Program. Data were collected from six purposively selected participants (school principal, vice principal of curriculum, teachers, and program coordinators) through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and document analysis. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis focusing on curriculum planning, organization, implementation, and evaluation processes. Findings: The study finds that elite class development is supported by an integrated curriculum management system combining the national curriculum with structured academic enrichment. Key practices include blended learning implementation, STEM-oriented subject strengthening, and computer-based competency assessment. These practices are associated with improved student academic performance indicators, particularly higher achievement consistency in core subjects and increased competency test readiness. The analysis further identifies four recurring patterns of effective curriculum management: value-based planning, adaptive organizational structure, structured implementation strategies, and continuous performance evaluation. Research Implications: The findings provide practical guidance for madrasah leaders in designing tiered curriculum systems that can be adapted to different institutional capacities while maintaining academic quality and Islamic educational values. They also offer input for policymakers in strengthening curriculum differentiation strategies in Islamic education. Originality: This study contributes by empirically detailing how curriculum management practices are operationalized to support elite class development in pesantren-based madrasahs through an integrated and context-sensitive approach grounded in Islamic educational settings.
Using Mobile Language Learning Technology to Promote Intercultural Awareness: Insights From an Extensive Listening Class Ratna Andhika Mahaputri; Hendriwanto Hendriwanto; Wendi Kusriandi
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61255/jupiter.v4i2.912

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Purpose: This study reports on the intervention of technology-enhanced language learning in an extensive listening class to promote intercultural awareness. Methods: The nature of the present study was exploratory as the recruited students were engaged in virtual language learning tasks through different online platforms, such as zoom meetings, podcasts, Padlet, and other online listening resources (ESL Fast, BBC Learning English, voice tube, and news in level). A phenomenological case study was adopted to investigate the intervention of technology-enhanced language learning to promote intercultural awareness perceived through the participants’ perspective. Data were garnered through analysis with interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) and critical discourse analysis (CDA) from questionnaires and interviews.  Findings:  The learners’ intercultural awareness  was perceived to enhance during the experiences of extensive listening mediated by technology. Generally, they respond positively to intercultural incidents within various topics of intercultural listening. Research Implications:  This study contributes to the research on technology-enhanced intercultural learning with extensive listening activity in EFL teaching. In this sense, the students teachers’ perceptions of intercultural awareness development during technology-mediated extensive listening, rather than providing intervention effectiveness. Originality: The present study investigates the intervention of language learning technology to promote intercultural awareness in EL class. Furthermore, the language learners’ responses to various online listening platforms concerning intercultural topics are also discussed.
Teachers’ Roles in Sustainable Education-Based Mathematics Learning: Toward an Ideal Curriculum Dona Dinda Pratiwi; Cahniyo Wijaya Kuswanto
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61255/jupiter.v4i2.923

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Purpose This study aims to examine teachers’ roles in sustainable education-based mathematics learning as a conceptual foundation for developing an ideal curriculum. The study responds to the need to shift mathematics learning from procedural, formula-oriented, and routine instruction toward contextual, meaningful, and sustainability-oriented learning. Methods This study employed a qualitative literature study with thematic content analysis. The reviewed sources consisted of journal articles, academic books, curriculum documents, scientific reports, and relevant literature discussing mathematics learning, sustainable education, numeracy, mathematical modelling, curriculum development, teachers’ roles, and authentic assessment. The analysis was conducted by identifying key ideas, grouping themes, comparing concepts, and developing a conceptual synthesis. Findings The findings show that an ideal curriculum for sustainable education-based mathematics learning should emphasize conceptual understanding, numeracy, mathematical reasoning, contextual problem-solving, sustainability issues, authentic assessment, and responsible decision-making. Teachers play a central role as curriculum interpreters, context designers, facilitators of reasoning, developers of mathematical tasks, and learning evaluators. Sustainability issues such as waste, water and energy use, green spaces, circular economy, and environmental change can serve as meaningful contexts for mathematics learning. Research Implications This study implies that curriculum development in mathematics should provide space for contextual learning, mathematical modelling, numeracy projects, authentic assessment, teacher professional development, and learning resources connected to students’ real-life experiences. Originality This study contributes a conceptual framework that positions teachers as key actors in connecting mathematics learning, sustainable education, authentic assessment, and the development of an ideal curriculum.  
The Internalization of Moderate Islamic Values in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) Learning and Its Implications for Social Attitudes in Schools Hasan Khariri; Ilman Nafi'a; Akhmad Affandi; Iwan Iwan
Jurnal Pendidikan Terapan Vol 4, No 2 May (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61255/jupiter.v4i2.927

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The increasing intolerance, student violence, and brawls in Indonesia indicate serious challenges in shaping the character of the younger generation, particularly within the school environment. This study aims to describe the process of internalizing moderate Islamic values in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning and its implications for the development of students’ social attitudes. This study employs a descriptive analysis method with a literature review approach, utilizing various secondary sources such as journals, books, news, and related official documents. The results of the study indicate that the internalization of moderate Islamic values, which include tawassuth, tawazun, i’tidal, tasamuh, musawah, syura, islah, awlawiyah, qudwah, and tahadhur, can strengthen students’ character in three main dimensions: cognitive awareness, affective appreciation, and behavioral manifestation. This process is in line with the theories of Vygotsky and Bandura, which emphasize the importance of learning through social interaction, exemplification, and modelling. The implementation of moderate values in PAI has implications for the improvement of positive social attitudes, such as tolerance, cooperation, justice, and respect for differences, which become essential capital in preventing conflicts among students and strengthening social harmony in schools. This study recommends strengthening a religious moderation-based PAI curriculum, teacher training in contextual approaches, and the creation of a conducive learning environment to support the sustainable process of internalizing moderate Islamic values.

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