Learning Management and Leadership Skills of Madrasah Principals in Implementing Freedom to Learn Policy

Abstract

The freedom to learn policy is interpreted as an innovative program for the world of education in Indonesia, although at the beginning of the policy discourse it was blown up to the public experiencing many pros and cons, but at this time the policy needs to be pursued for its success in its implementation in schools or madrasah. Seeing the vital role of madrasah principals in striving for the successful implementation of these policies, it is necessary to carry out training activities to improve the skills of madrasah principals. The purpose of this study is to analyze the effectiveness of training to improve learning management and leadership skills for madrasah principals in facilitating learning freedom in schools. This study used a quantitative approach with a comparative descriptive research design. There were 51 respondents who were training participants. The results showed that there was an increase in the learning management and leadership skills of madrasah principals in facilitating learning freedom oriented to local wisdom and the digital era.

Convergent and Discriminant Validity of the Bafadal`s Leadership Morality Questionnaire in Indonesian Context

“…While the preceding literature provides general theories and psychological perspectives, the research on moral leadership, particularly in educational settings, offers real-world applications. In the Indonesian context, moral leadership in schools is governed by specific regulations and qualifications, with a focus on balancing both academic and administrative responsibilities (Bafadal, Nurabadi, Gunawan, Juharyanto, Syafira Ariyanti, et al, 2021;Brewster & Klump, 2005;Maisyaroh et al, 2023). This brand of leadership emphasizes the three pillars of spiritual morals, nationality morals, and humanity morals, establishing it as an ethical and integrative approach .…”