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Journal of Educational Management Research
Published by Al-Qalam Institute
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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 and further vocational and higher education institutions. This journal encourages contributions that respond to important issues in management education. Contributions may be either conceptual or empirical and are welcomed from any topic area and country so long as they primarily focus on management or organization in education. Although our core areas of interest are organizational behaviour and management in education, we are also interested in leadership, public relation, human resource management, social issues in management, financial management, organizational development, critical management studies, etc. Authors are strongly encouraged to have their work reviewed and evaluated by their colleagues prior to submission for formal editorial review.
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Integrating Kahoot into Learning Management: Enhancing Student Motivation through Interactive Classroom Strategies Faizatul Widat; Nur Aliffia Shafilla; Isyatur Rodiah
Journal of Educational Management Research Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61987/jemr.v4i4.1165

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This study explores the use of Kahoot as an interactive learning tool to enhance student motivation in Social Studies. Motivated by the low enthusiasm and passive participation often observed in conventional, theory-heavy Social Studies lessons, the research adopts a descriptive qualitative case study approach. The study involved 25 students and followed a cycle of planning, action, observation, and reflection. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. Findings indicate a significant increase in student motivation and engagement. Students demonstrated greater enthusiasm, active participation, and curiosity during lessons using Kahoot. The gamified quiz environment created a fun, competitive learning atmosphere and allowed real-time assessment of student understanding. Beyond improving classroom dynamics, the study highlights critical implications for educational management. Integrating digital tools like Kahoot into classroom practice can serve as a strategic component in learning management, promoting a more student-centered, participatory, and data-informed teaching process. Educators and school leaders are encouraged to incorporate gamification strategies to support motivation and foster a culture of active learning. Kahoot proves to be not only a teaching aid but also a managerial tool for enhancing instructional planning, engagement tracking, and performance evaluation.
Strategic Human Resources Development as a Catalyst for Performance Optimization Maharani, Ade; Hanoselina, Yulia
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61987/jemr.v4i4.1239

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This study explores strategies to enhance human resource (HR) performance at the Water Resources and Construction Development Agency (SDABK) of West Sumatra Province, in response to declining employee numbers, unmet performance targets, and low public satisfaction. Guided by Noe et al.’s (2024) framework—covering goal-setting, feedback, work environment, recognition, and continuous development—the research adopts a qualitative, descriptive approach using interviews, documentation, and triangulation for data validation. Findings reveal that while the agency has successfully fostered a supportive work environment and implemented recognition systems, key areas such as clear goal-setting, constructive feedback, and ongoing training remain underdeveloped. Challenges include organizational resistance to change, limited budgets, reduced technical staff, and external factors like natural disasters. These obstacles reflect deeper structural, technical, and cultural issues. The study underscores the importance of strategic HR management in improving public sector performance. By addressing existing gaps, the SDABK has the potential to enhance service quality and contribute more effectively to regional infrastructure development.
The Interplay of Leadership Style, Competence, and Work Stress in Shaping Employee Performance: The Mediating Role of Job Satisfaction Anggraini, Lenny; Yuli Budiati; Hardani
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61987/jemr.v4i4.1256

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The research conducted has the aim of examining the influence of Leadership Style, Competence, and Job Stress on Employee Performance and using job satisfaction as an intervening variable. This research includes the type of explanatory research, by distributing questionnaires in the form of open and closed questions to employees of Bank Muamalat Semarang as many as 60 people. And included in quantitative research.  The analysis technique used in this research is Partial Least Square-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) with the SmartPLS approach. The sampling method uses the census method. The results of this study indicate that job satisfaction can mediate the relationship between leadership and employee performance with a P-value of 0.004 < 0.10. In addition, job satisfaction also significantly mediates the relationship between job stress and employee performance with a P-value of 0.001 < 0.10. Meanwhile, the competency variable cannot be mediated by job satisfaction, due to the lack of a direct influence between the competency variable and job satisfaction with a P-value of 0.584 > 0.10.
From Great Leaders to Great Employees: The Impact of Transformational Leadership and Organizational Commitment on OCB through Job Satisfaction Sarwanto, Joko Tri; Wiwoho, Gunarso
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61987/jemr.v4i4.1292

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The level of OCB among teachers tends to vary, even though every institution expects all teachers to exhibit high OCB. This study aims to analyze the influence of transformational leadership and organizational commitment on Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB), both directly and through the mediation of job satisfaction. The independent variables in this study are transformational leadership and organizational commitment. Job satisfaction acts as the mediating variable, while OCB is the dependent variable. All teachers were included as respondents using a saturated sampling technique. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method with Smart PLS 4.0. The results show that transformational leadership has no significant effect on OCB, while organizational commitment has a significant effect on OCB. Furthermore, both transformational leadership and organizational commitment have a significant effect on job satisfaction. Job satisfaction also has a significant effect on OCB. In this case, job satisfaction is proven to be able to mediate the influence of transformational leadership and organizational commitment on OCB.
The Influence of Advertising and Product Bundling on Smartphone Purchase Intentions at Art Celluler: The Mediating Role of Customer Attitude Arohman, Afif; Wibawanto, Sigit `
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61987/jemr.v4i4.1310

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This study explores how advertising and product bundling influence smartphone purchase intention at Art Celluler, both directly and indirectly through customer attitude. Using a quantitative approach and purposive sampling, data were gathered from 100 respondents via offline questionnaires. Analysis was conducted with Structural Equation Modeling  using the Partial Least Square method in SmartPLS 4. Results reveal that advertising significantly drives purchase intention directly, but does not shape customer attitudes. In contrast, product bundling has a strong impact on both customer attitude and purchase intention. Interestingly, customer attitude itself does not significantly influence purchase intention, and the mediating role of attitude was found to be insignificant for both advertising and bundling. These findings highlight the strategic value of direct advertising in prompting immediate consumer action, while product bundling emerges as a dual-force strategy—enhancing perception and driving sales. For marketing managers, this suggests prioritizing clear, compelling promotions and bundling offers rather than relying solely on attitude-shaping campaigns. Firms in competitive retail environments can optimize their promotional mix by focusing on tangible value propositions that directly convert interest into action.
Balancing Innovation and Burden: Evaluating the Impact of Curriculum Reform Saparuddin, Muhammad; Heriman; Wartini, Sri; Warman; Bahzar, Mohammad; Nurlaili
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61987/jemr.v4i4.1314

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Education is undergoing continuous transformation in response to rapid advancements in science, technology, and the dynamic demands of globalization. Within the context of the digital era and the Fourth Industrial Revolution, educational systems are expected to become increasingly adaptive and innovative. One of the central strategies in this transformation is the adoption of an innovation-based curriculum, which emphasizes interactive, flexible, and technology-driven approaches to learning. However, the implementation of such curricula is not without challenges. Key issues include unequal access to technology, the rising academic workload experienced by students, and the insufficient preparedness of teachers in adopting new pedagogical methods. Schools in rural or underdeveloped regions, for example, often face significant barriers due to limited infrastructure, while students are required to adapt to more independent and demanding learning processes. Moreover, teachers frequently lack adequate training, which hampers the effective application of innovative teaching strategies. To ensure sustainable benefits, the innovation-based curriculum must be introduced with careful planning, comprehensive teacher development, and equitable access to resources. Without such considerations, innovation risks becoming a burden for both students and educators rather than a genuine driver of educational improvement.
Implementing Student-Centered Learning Through Focus Group Discussion: A Strategic Approach to Educational Management in Al-Qur’an and Hadith Instruction Rahmatullah; M. Suparta; Ainurrafiq
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61987/jemr.v4i4.1346

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This study analyzes the implementation of the Student-Centered Learning (SCL) approach through the Focus Group Discussion (FGD) method in Qur’an–Hadith education. The research is motivated by challenges such as low student motivation, limited engagement, and the dominance of teacher-centered instruction in Islamic learning contexts. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach with a phenomenological design, data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that the integration of SCL and FGD enhances students’ active participation, fosters critical and collaborative thinking, and deepens contextual understanding of Qur’anic and Hadith values. Teachers shift from authoritative transmitters to facilitators of learning, while students become autonomous agents who construct meaning through dialogue. From an educational management perspective, this approach encourages more participatory classroom governance, strengthens instructional leadership, and supports continuous professional development for teachers. The study concludes that the SCL–FGD model represents an effective pedagogical and managerial innovation for Islamic education—promoting interactive, reflective, and contextually relevant learning aligned with 21st-century educational goals.
The Impact of Food Quality and Service Quality on Customer Loyalty: The Mediating Role of Customer Satisfaction Rahmayoga, Rifanda Rizki; Wiwoho, Gunarso
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61987/jemr.v4i4.1351

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This study aims to analyze the influence of food quality and service quality on customer loyalty, both directly and indirectly through Customer satisfaction as a mediating variable. The research was conducted on customers of Tuman Coffee and Space in Kebumen who had visited the café at least twice a month. A quantitative research method with a descriptive approach and path analysis was employed. Data were collected using questionnaires distributed to 207 respondents. The results show that both food quality and service quality have a significant effect on Customer satisfaction. Furthermore, food quality and service quality also significantly influence customer loyalty. Customer satisfaction is proven to be a significant mediating variable in the relationship between food quality, service quality, and customer loyalty. These findings indicate that improving food and service quality directly impacts Customer satisfaction and loyalty, which in turn supports the business sustainability of Tuman Coffee and Space.
Exploring Organizational Growth Potential Through SWOT and Porter’s Five Forces: A Strategic Approach Rosseh, Akbar; Popy Novita Pasaribu; Shanty Iyssandra
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61987/jemr.v4i4.1226

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This study aims to analyze the potential and strategic development of an Islamic banking organization using the SWOT analysis and Porter’s Five Forces framework. Amid increasing competition in the Islamic banking sector, effective strategies are essential to expand market share, enhance service performance, and maintain competitiveness. The research was conducted at the organization’s head office using a descriptive qualitative approach, complemented by quantitative methods through IFE (Internal Factor Evaluation) and EFE (External Factor Evaluation) scoring, along with strategy mapping in the SWOT matrix. The results show an IFE score of 0.51 and an EFE score of 0.91, placing the organization in Quadrant I (Aggressive Strategy), indicating strong internal capabilities and effective utilization of external opportunities. Key strengths include a strong local reputation, competent human resources, and diverse Sharia-compliant savings products. However, weaknesses were found in limited digital innovation and uneven marketing reach. External opportunities include rising public awareness of Islamic finance, digital advancements, and supportive government regulations. Porter’s analysis revealed high bargaining power of buyers and suppliers, strong threat of substitutes, and intense competition in regions like Bogor. Recommended strategies include digital service enhancement, partnerships with educational and religious institutions, and public literacy campaigns on Islamic finance to drive sustainable growth.
Transforming Organizational Culture in Islamic Educational Institutions: Cultivating a Quality-Oriented Learning Environment for Academic Excellence Yakin, Ainul; Hefniy; Abu Hasan Agus; Hasan Baharun; Akmal Mundiri
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61987/jemr.v4i4.1358

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This study explores the transformation of organizational culture in Islamic educational institutions, with a specific focus on developing a quality-oriented learning environment aimed at enhancing both academic performance and character formation. Employing a qualitative approach through an ethnographic case study design, the research was conducted between 2024 and 2025. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with eight key informants, six months of participatory observation, and analysis of institutional documents. Findings reveal that a tauhid-based cultural transformation successfully fostered a high-quality learning ecosystem through the synergy of three fundamental dimensions: the internalization of spiritual values as a foundation for strategic decision-making, transformational leadership that cultivates a shared vision and empowers stakeholders, and the integration of constructivist pedagogy through project- and inquiry-based learning models. Character development outcomes were equally notable, reflected in reduced disciplinary violations, improved consistency in religious practices, and heightened social empathy among students. This study contributes theoretically by introducing the concept of a Tauhid-Based Quality Learning Environment (TQLE)—a holistic framework that harmonizes academic excellence with Islamic character formation. Practically, it offers an implementable model for Islamic educational institutions seeking to embed spiritual values into sustainable quality education practices.