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Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership
Published by Kuras Institute
ISSN : -     EISSN : 29857945     DOI : https://doi.org/10.51214/ijemal
Core Subject : Education,
Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership (IJEMAL) is a peer-reviewed journal that aims to contribute to the field of educational management and leadership by providing a platform for scholars, researchers, educators, practitioners, and policymakers to share their research findings, perspectives, and insights. The Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership (IJEMAL) is a peer-reviewed journal published twice a year, in March and September with the online ISSN 2985-7945. IJEMAL publishes original research articles, literature reviews, conceptual papers, and case studies that explore various aspects of educational management and leadership. The journal covers a wide range of topics including Educational Leadership and Administration, Educational Planning and Resource Management, Curriculum Development and Instructional Leadership, Quality Assurance and Accreditation, Educational Policy and Governance, Educational Research and Data-Driven Decision Making, Organizational Culture in Education, Leadership and Organizational Climate, Organizational Change and Innovation, Organizational Climate and Student Outcomes, Organizational Culture and Professional Development.
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Bringing contemporary ethics down to earth for generation Z: A study of moral values in digital disruption and its implications for educational leadership Rosmita, Rosmita; Susanti, Listiawati; Zulamri, Zulamri; Rubani, Mardhiah; Ghozali, Achmad
Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership (in Press)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51214/ijemal.v4i1.1893

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Purpose – This study addresses the urgent need to understand and apply ethical principles for Generation Z in the context of rapid digital disruption. With the proliferation of social media, artificial intelligence, and algorithm-driven interactions, young people face unique moral challenges, including empathy erosion, moral relativism, the spread of misinformation, and normalization of symbolic violence online. The purpose of this research is to explore how moral values can be recontextualized so they remain meaningful, practical, and normative for Generation Z, empowering them to navigate digital environments responsibly and thoughtfully. Method – The research employs a qualitative-descriptive literature review approach. Primary sources include contemporary ethical theories, studies in digital sociology, and scholarship on moral education. Data collection involved selecting relevant academic articles, books, and reports addressing ethics in digital contexts. Analysis was conducted through thematic coding, comparing ethical frameworks with observed trends in Generation Z’s digital behavior, and synthesizing insights on applicable strategies for moral development in online spaces. Findings – The study finds that contemporary ethics for Generation Z should be grounded in dialogical, contextual, and participatory approaches. Key values identified include digital responsibility, social empathy, justice, critical literacy, and awareness of the consequences of online actions. Generation Z is not merely a target for moral instruction but an active participant capable of shaping ethical frameworks based on lived digital experiences. Effective moral development requires integration of ethics into educational curricula, family guidance, and digital ecosystem design, ensuring that ethical principles are both adaptive and firmly rooted in normative foundations
Navigating educational excellence: The implementation and impact of strategic management in a rural Islamic boarding school context Fajar, Arif; Hayati, Rina Mida; Wawan, Wawan; Subandi, Subandi
Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership (in Press)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51214/ijemal.v4i1.1903

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Purpose – This study aims to analyze the implementation of strategic management in improving the quality of education at Pondok Pesantren Nurul Fattah Tulang Bawang, including environmental analysis, strategy formulation, strategy implementation, as well as evaluation and control. Method – This study employs a qualitative approach using a field research design. Data were collected through observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation. The research informants consisted of the pesantren leader, the head of the madrasah, and the boarding school administrators. Data analysis was conducted using the Miles and Huberman model, which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. To ensure the validity of the data, triangulation techniques were applied, including source triangulation, methodological triangulation, and time triangulation. Findings – The research findings indicate that the implementation of strategic management, from a conceptual standpoint, has encompassed all the key stages. However, its execution has not yet reached an optimal level. Environmental analysis is still conducted in an unsystematic manner, strategy formulation is not entirely data-driven, and the implementation phase is hindered by low levels of discipline and weak coordination. Furthermore, the evaluation process tends to focus more on the execution of activities rather than on the achievement of strategic objectives.
Beyond material reward: A holistic-transcendental human resource mamagement model for pesantren institutions Kudri Kudri; M. Mas’ud Said; Supriyanto Supriyanto
Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership (in Press)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51214/ijemal.v4i1.1942

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Purpose − This study aims to analyze the strategies for improving the quality of human resources (HR) in Pesantren (traditional Islamic boarding schools) through the integration of spiritual values and modern management principles. Amid the pressures of modern educational standards, there is a strategic need for Pesantren to transform their HR management without losing their traditional essence. Method − This research employed qualitative case study design. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with 8 key informants—including foundation secretaries, university rectors, and school principals—as well as participatory observation and document analysis. The data analysis followed the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldana. Findings − The findings reveal that HR transformation is achieved through three strategic pillars: (1) Value-based recruitment that prioritizes organizational loyalty and Ahlussunnah wal Jama’ah (mainstream Sunni Islamic traditions) values alongside academic linearity; (2) Integrated capacity building through cross-sector partnerships; and (3) A transcendental motivation system that balances material rewards with spiritual fulfillment (seeking divine blessing). The integration of these elements establishes the Holistic-Transcendental HRM Model. This article contributes to the HRM literature by demonstrating that spiritual values can function as the core operating system of institutional resilience, offering a highly sustainable alternative to conventional, secular material-based motivation.
The contribution of the eco-pesantren model from a triple bottom line perspective at al-amien Prenduan Islamic Boarding School Izzat Amini; Lala Olivia; Ach. Nurholis Majid
Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership (in Press)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51214/ijemal.v4i1.1953

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Purpose – The growing environmental crisis highlights the need for transformative educational models that foster sustainability across environmental, social, and economic domains. This study investigates the contribution of eco-pesantren practices at Al-Amien Prenduan Islamic Boarding School using the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) framework, which emphasizes environmental responsibility (planet), social welfare (people), and economic viability (profit). Method – This study employed a descriptive qualitative case study approach. Data were collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis, and subsequently analyzed using the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) framework. Findings – The findings reveal that eco-pesantren practices at Al-Amien Prenduan Islamic Boarding School contribute substantially to all three dimensions of the Triple Bottom Line. In the social dimension (people), ecological citizenship is cultivated through the internalization of environmental values, active participation, and the integration of sustainability principles into educational activities, fostering collective environmental awareness and the development of ecological character and habitus. In the environmental dimension (planet), the pesantren implements systematic environmental management through greening initiatives and spatial planning, water conservation programs utilizing infiltration wells, and circular-based waste management practices. In the economic dimension (profit), the institution has established an integrated ecological value system that generates direct economic gains from waste processing, indirect benefits through improved operational efficiency, and intangible benefits, including enhanced institutional reputation and a more conducive learning environment. These findings suggest that the integration of the Triple Bottom Line framework into eco-pesantren practices not only promotes environmental sustainability but also strengthens social responsibility and economic resilience. The study highlights the importance of adopting a holistic and integrative approach to advancing sustainability within educational institutions.
Integrating Ahlussunnah wal Jama’ah values into Islamic religious education learning management: A case study at MI NU An-Nur Purworejo Adib Qosim Masrukhan; Abdurrahman Abdurrahman
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51214/ijemal.v4i1.1954

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Purpose – This study is motivated by the importance of strengthening the management of Islamic Religious Education (IRE) learning based on the values of Ahlussunnah wal Jama’ah in shaping students’ religious and moderate character in madrasahs. Previous studies have generally focused on curriculum implementation and religious habituation, while limited attention has been given to the systematic integration of Aswaja values within the overall management of IRE learning. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the integration of Aswaja values in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of IRE learning at MI NU An-Nur Purworejo. Method – This study employed a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation involving the principal, IRE teachers, pesantren ustāẓ, and students. Data validity was ensured through source and technique triangulation. Data analysis was conducted through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing to obtain a comprehensive interpretation of the findings. Findings – The findings reveal that Aswaja values are integrated systematically into curriculum planning, learning objectives, instructional activities, religious habituation, and evaluation practices. The internalization of values is strengthened through teacher role modeling, pesantren traditions, hidden curriculum practices, and students’ direct religious experiences within the madrasah environment. In addition, the integration of religious and national values contributes to the development of students’ moderate Islamic character, discipline, tolerance, and social responsibility. The study concludes that the management of Islamic Religious Education learning based on Aswaja values is implemented holistically and consistently through the synergy between instructional management, institutional culture, and character-based educational practices.
The impact of Islamic educational management on teachers’ professional performance through Islamic teaching competence Widodo Widodo
Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership (in Press)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51214/ijemal.v4i1.1965

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Purpose − examines the influence of Islamic education management on teacher professional performance with Islamic teaching competency as the mediator. Method – this study involved 295 madrasah teachers in Indonesia. The research data were collected through a Likert-scale survey. In addition to descriptive and correlational analyses, data analysis included Partial Least Squares-based Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). Findings − Islamic education management had a significant impact on Islamic teaching competency and teacher professional performance, Islamic teaching competency significantly influenced teacher professional performance, and Islamic education management influenced teacher professional performance through Islamic teaching competency.
Digital citizenship in the AI Era: Ethical and pedagogical challenges from Muhammadiyah values perspective Tutik Wijayanti; Masrukhi Masrukhi; Daffa Fakhri Maulana; Hendri Irawan
Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Indonesian Journal of Educational Management and Leadership (in Press)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51214/ijemal.v4i1.1968

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Purpose − The rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed digital citizenship by reshaping civic participation, public discourse, and democratic interaction in digital spaces. Alongside broader opportunities for civic engagement, AI also raises ethical challenges such as algorithmic bias, disinformation, social polarization, privacy violations, and the decline of citizens’ critical-reflective capacities. This study aims to examine the ethical and pedagogical challenges of digital citizenship education in the AI era and to explore Muhammadiyah values as a religious-ethical framework for fostering ethical digital citizenship. Method − This study employed a qualitative library research approach. Data were collected from journal articles, academic books, policy documents, and official publications related to AI, digital citizenship, and Muhammadiyah thought. The data were analyzed using content analysis and conceptual–normative analysis guided by Muhammadiyah values, including aqidah, akhlak, ibadah, and muamalah duniawiyah within the paradigm of Progressive Islam. Findings − The findings reveal that AI fundamentally transforms digital citizenship through the mediation of information flows, participation patterns, and public opinion formation. Although AI expands civic engagement opportunities, it also creates ethical risks that may weaken democratic values and social responsibility. Muhammadiyah values provide a relevant ethical foundation for strengthening digital citizenship education by promoting critical awareness, moral responsibility, and ethical participation in digital spaces.
Islamic family education management in the digital era: An analysis of Nasihat Siti Budiman by Syekh Sulaiman Ar- Rasuli Yudi Gucandra; Nunu Burhanuddin; Supratman Zakir; Putri Laila Ramadhani; Zulfani Sesmiarni; Hayati Hayati; Arif Rahmat Triasa
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51214/ijemal.v4i1.1994

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This study aims to analyse the model of Islamic family education management contained in the novel Nasihat Siti Budiman by Syekh Sulaiman Ar-Rasuli (1938) and to examine how it relates to the challenges of family education in the digital age. The method used is a descriptive-analytical literature review, with the primary data source being the novel Nasihat Siti Budiman and secondary sources comprising literature on Islamic educational management, Islamic parenting, and studies on education in the digital age. The analysis was conducted in three stages: identification of educational management values, classification into management functions, and contextualization considering the challenges of the digital age. The research findings indicate that this novel contains a comprehensive family educational management system encompassing: (1) pre-school competency-based educational planning covering foundational knowledge of the Qur’an, fiqh, tawhid, as well as basic literacy and numeracy; (2) the organization of parental roles involving consultation with the kinship system as a model of collaborative governance; (3) the implementation of education through contextual guidance that integrates traditional and religious values; and (4) character-based evaluation covering moral conduct, life skills, and steadfastness of conviction. This model has proven relevant as a response to the crisis in family education management in the digital age, characterized by a lack of planning, weak character values, and a lack of integration of religious values into contemporary parenting practices.