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INTEGRATION OF ISLAMIC IDENTITY-MODERNITY: THE ROLE OF FASHION AND BRAND ON STUDENT HALAL LIFESTYLE
Full text linkThis study highlights the phenomenon of integrating Islamic identity and modernity among the younger generation. This research aims to analyze the influence of fashion trends and brand image in shaping students\u27 halal lifestyle from an Islamic perspective. This study employs a quantitative approach involving a population of 203 students and a sample of 67 respondents. Data analysis techniques include validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression, and hypothesis testing (t-test and F-test). The results indicate that simultaneously, fashion trends and brand image significantly influence the halal lifestyle of female students at the Faculty of Islamic Economics, Universitas Indo Global Mandiri, as evidenced by the calculated F-value (201.068), which is greater than the F-table value (3.985). In conclusion, this study confirms that students are able to integrate values of modernity through brand consumption and fashion trends without abandoning their Islamic identity. This indicates that the halal fashion industry plays a strategic role in facilitating religious expression within the context of a modern lifestyl
Principal Management Strategies for Improving Teacher Discipline in Junior High Schools: A Qualitative Study in South Aceh
No full textTeacher discipline remains a persistent challenge in many junior high schools and demands systematic management from school principals. This study explores principal management strategies for improving teacher discipline in public junior high schools in South Aceh Regency, Indonesia. Employing a descriptive qualitative case study design, data were collected through semi-structured interviews, field observations, and document analysis (e.g., attendance records, school regulations, and supervision notes). Participants were purposively selected to ensure information-rich perspectives and included two principals, six teachers, and two administrative staff from SMP Negeri 3 Trumon and SMP Negeri 4 Trumon Timur (N = 10). Data were analyzed thematically using an interactive process of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, with trustworthiness strengthened through triangulation and member checking. The findings show that principals enact three interrelated strategies: (1) establishing and consistently enforcing clear disciplinary regulations (attendance, morning assembly, learning administration, and professional ethics); (2) applying a balanced reward–sanction system to reinforce compliance and responsibility; and (3) conducting continuous supervision through reminders, attendance monitoring, classroom observation, and periodic evaluation followed by coaching. These strategies were facilitated by effective communication, collaborative work culture, and supportive school policies, while limited resources and low teacher participation emerged as key constraints. Overall, integrated principal management contributes to a more orderly professional culture and supports improved school effectiveness in resource-constrained contexts.
The Influence of Palembang Arts and Culture on the Development of Digital Literacy and Communication Creativity of Students at UIN Raden Fatah Palembang
Full text linkThis study originates from the need for students to develop 21st-century competencies, particularly digital literacy and communication creativity, amidst the rapid transformation of information technology. Palembang’s arts and culture, as a local heritage rich in aesthetic and philosophical values, are considered to have strategic potential in strengthening students’ identity, creative expression, and digital communication skills. This research aims to analyze the influence of Palembang arts and culture on the development of digital literacy and communication creativity among students at UIN Raden Fatah Palembang and to assess the extent to which local cultural values can be integrated into digital-based learning. Employing a mixed methods approach with a sequential explanatory design, the study began with quantitative data collection through questionnaires distributed to 75 students from the Faculty of Da\u27wah and Communication and the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, followed by qualitative data collection through in-depth interviews and observations of cultural and digital communication activities. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model through data reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results show that Palembang arts and culture have a positive and significant effect on improving students’ digital literacy and communication creativity. Students actively involved in local cultural activities demonstrate greater abilities in utilizing digital media creatively, ethically, and contextually. Cultural values such as cooperation, originality, and aesthetics encourage the creation of innovative digital content rooted in local identity. Qualitative findings further reveal that social media serves as a strategic space for students to express cultural identity and expand positive communication networks. The study concludes that integrating Palembang arts and culture into digital literacy activities can serve as a model for local wisdom–based education relevant to the digital era. Its implications highlight the importance of curriculum design and institutional support that combine local culture with technology to nurture a creative, character-driven, and culturally grounded young generation
The Role of Principal Leadership in Enhancing Educational Empowerment in Junior High Schools
Full text linkEducation plays a strategic role in determining the quality of human resources and national competitiveness. Educational quality is inseparable from the role of principal leadership as the main driver in school management and empowerment. Schools function not only as places for academic learning, but also as institutions for character formation and student independence. SMP Muhammadiyah 7 Colomadu Excellence Program once experienced a decline in quality marked by decreasing student enrollment, limited facilities and infrastructure, weak governance, and low public trust. This study aims to describe the role of principal leadership in enhancing educational empowerment, and to identify supporting and inhibiting factors in the process. This study uses a qualitative approach with field research methodology. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results show that principal leadership plays an important role in driving change through strategic decision-making, school management restructuring, strengthening organizational culture, and implementing innovative programs relevant to school and community needs. Supporting factors include visionary leadership, shared vision among stakeholders, external environmental support, and increased teacher professionalism. Inhibiting factors include limitations in human resources, facilities and infrastructure, administration, as well as communication and supervision constraints. Adaptive leadership is key to realizing sustainable educational empowerment
The Message Of Peace And Human Brotherhood Through The Teachings Of Holy Prophet Muhamammad ﷺ
Full text linkThe teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ not only provide religious guidance but also offer universal principles for all of humanity. His message constitutes a comprehensive code of life founded upon peace, brotherhood, tolerance, and mutual cooperation. Islam is a religion that directs humanity toward spiritual elevation while simultaneously promoting social justice, equality, and fraternity. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “Practice justice, for it is closest to piety.” These teachings serve as a guiding light for both individuals and societies. The concept of brotherhood in Islam forms an integral part of faith. The Prophet ﷺ stated: “A Muslim is the brother of another Muslim; he does not oppress him, nor does he abandon him helpless.” This message transcends religious boundaries and extends to all humankind. The Prophet ﷺ established treaties of peace and harmony with people of different faiths in Madinah, which continue to serve as enduring models for interfaith dialogue and coexistence. His life teaches that differences should be resolved through dialogue, tolerance, and mutual respect. The Charter of Madinah stands as a historic example of his practical efforts to establish peace among tribes, religions, and nations. Even during times of war, the Prophet ﷺ emphasized adherence to ethical principles, forbidding the harming of women, children, the elderly, and places of worship. These Prophetic principles align remarkably with modern international human rights standards. This qualitative study employs textual and analytical methods to examine Prophetic traditions and historical precedents, highlighting their enduring relevance to contemporary global ethics and peace building. In today’s turbulent world, following the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ can serve as a beacon of light for all humanity. His life and example provide a solid foundation for ethical conduct, justice, brotherhood, and peaceful coexistence values essential for addressing contemporary global challenges
Enhancing Literacy and Numeracy in Indonesian Elementary Schools: Principal Led Strategies in a Resource-Limited
No full textThis study examines how school principals plan, implement, and evaluate literacy- and numeracy-oriented learning programs in Cluster 1 elementary schools in Krueng Sabee, as well as the challenges they face in improving students’ learning outcomes in resource-limited contexts. Employing a qualitative case study design, data were collected over a three-month period from six school principals, teachers, and seven school committee members through semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis. Data analysis followed Miles and Huberman’s interactive model, encompassing data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, while trustworthiness was ensured through source and method triangulation and member checking. The findings reveal three principal-led strategies: (1) strategic distribution of reading and numeracy resources to support integrated literacy–numeracy learning; (2) principal leadership in enhancing teacher competence through literacy and numeracy interventions; and (3) school-wide initiatives and collaborative team support that strengthen students’ motivation toward literacy. Despite limitations in facilities and learning resources, principals demonstrated adaptive and collaborative leadership that enabled schools to optimize available resources and sustain literacy and numeracy programs. Overall, the study confirms that focused and systematic principal leadership plays a critical role in strengthening literacy and numeracy learning in elementary schools operating under resource constraints
Teachers’ Reception of Technology for Professional Competence: Overcoming Barriers in Junior High Schools
No full textTechnology integration in schools continues to face challenges related to inadequate infrastructure, unstable internet connectivity, and gaps in teachers’ digital competencies. This study aims to explore teachers’ perceptions and acceptance of technology use in enhancing professional competence amid these constraints in junior high schools. Employing a descriptive qualitative design, the study was conducted at SMPN 1 Salang and SMPN 4 Salang, Simeulue Regency, over a three-month period. Eight participants, including principals, teachers, and school administrators, were selected using purposive sampling based on their direct involvement in educational technology use. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and document analysis, and analyzed using thematic analysis involving data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings revealed that teachers’ reception of technology is reflected in three key aspects: participation in technology-based training, shifts in attitudes from resistance to acceptance, and self-initiated learning activities. Despite these positive responses, teachers’ efforts remain constrained by limited technological facilities, uneven internet access, and varying levels of digital literacy. The study concludes that positive teacher reception plays a crucial role in strengthening professional competence, although sustained institutional support through continuous training, supportive policies, and infrastructure development is essential to optimize technology integration in schools.
The Influence of Reading Skills on Students’ Popular Article Writing Performance in The Medical Laboratory Technology Program
No full textThis quantitative correlational study examined the relationship between reading ability and popular article writing performance among Medical Laboratory Technology undergraduates at Universitas Binawan, Jakarta. Using purposive sampling, 120 students from semesters 4–6 (GPA ≥ 2.75) participated in the study. Data were collected through a 60-item reading comprehension test measuring literal (40%), inferential (35%), and evaluative (25%) comprehension levels (Cronbach\u27s α = .87; M = 74.6, SD = 8.2) and an analytic writing rubric assessing content, organization, language use, and audience engagement (ICC = .89; M = 76.2, SD = 7.9; maximum score = 100). Simple linear regression analysis conducted via IBM SPSS 27.0 (α = .05) revealed that reading ability significantly predicted popular article writing quality (B = 0.68, t = 9.71, p < .001), explaining 46% of variance in writing performance (R² = .46, Adjusted R² = .45, F (1,118) = 94.25, p < .001). Students with higher reading proficiency demonstrated superior writing coherence, content accuracy, and audience adaptation. These cross-sectional findings, collected in May 2025, support the integration of reading-writing pedagogy in health sciences communication training within Indonesian higher education, particularly in programs aligned with the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka curriculum framework
The Influence of Organizational Culture and Principal Leadership on Teacher Performance Through Job Satisfaction and Job Stress in Public Senior High Schools in Jambi Province
No full textTeacher performance is an important indicator for assessing the effectiveness of educational management in schools, especially in efforts to improve the quality of education and ensure the sustainability of school organizational management. This study aimed to analyse the influence of organizational culture and principal leadership behavior on teacher performance, both directly and indirectly through job satisfaction and job stress as managerial mechanisms. This study employed a quantitative, explanatory survey design. The study population included all public high school teachers in Jambi Province, totalling 5,105 people, and a sample of 375 people was selected using a cluster random sampling technique. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire and analysed using the Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) method. The results showed that this model has significant explanatory power. The coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.701 indicates that variations in teacher job satisfaction are largely explained by organizational culture and principal leadership behaviour, while job stress has an R² value of 0.670. Teacher performance has an R² value of 0.769, indicating that most of the variation in teacher performance is explained by organizational and psychological factors contained in the model. Organizational culture and principal leadership behaviour were found to have a significant influence on job satisfaction and job stress. Job satisfaction has a positive effect on teacher performance, while job stress has a negative effect, confirming the role of both as important mediating variables. Theoretically, this study strengthens the field of educational management by positioning organizational culture and principal leadership as strategic managerial instruments in improving teacher performance. Practically, these findings suggest that improving teacher performance requires an integrated educational management approach, including strengthening school organizational culture, instructional leadership, and the systematic management of teacher well-being
Analysis of Academic Ability Test (TKA) Policy at SMAN 1 and SMAN 2 Palangka Raya
No full textThis study aims to analyze the implementation of the Academic Ability Test (TKA) as a new policy of the Ministry of Education in 2025 which is applied to grade XII students, focusing on its implementation in SMAN 1 Palangka Raya and SMAN 2 Palangka Raya. TKA is designed to measure students\u27 critical, logical, and analytical thinking skills, as well as being an instrument for mapping the quality of education and the basis for decision-making for students, schools, and the government. This research uses the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method based on the PRISMA 2020 protocol, and is strengthened with a literature review to provide a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, objectives, benefits, and challenges of TKA. Field findings show that the implementation of TKA in both schools runs in an orderly manner, but presents diverse experiences for students. Subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, and English (reading section) are the most difficult, while Indonesian and basic English are considered more relevant to the learning material. Processing time is the main obstacle, especially for questions that require in-depth analysis. In addition, some students feel that some questions do not fully fit the grid, and their preparation is hampered by the school\u27s heavy academic load. Overall, TKA has an important role in mapping students\u27 academic abilities, but improvements are needed in terms of exam duration, student readiness, and instrument suitability so that this policy can run more effectively and support the improvement of the quality of education at the high school level