The purpose of this study is to improve teacher performance through the implementation of academic supervision. The research method used is School Action Research (PTS) with a quantitative descriptive approach. Data collection techniques with observation, interviews, and documentation. Research results shows that academic supervision shows an increase in scores in aspects of learning planning and implementation. Although it is still in the sufficient category, it is because it continues to eventually increase. This result can be achieved because of good cooperation between the Principal and supervised teachers. The Principal discusses with the teacher the problems faced by the teacher in the process of planning and implementing lessons. Academic supervision carried out by the Principal is an effort to improve teaching, including stimulating, selecting the growth of positions and the development of teachers and revising learning objectives, teaching materials, methods, evaluation or assessment of teaching. Academic supervision can help teachers to learn and understand their duties and roles as educators.

This research discusses the urgency of superior leadership in the context of improving the quality of education. With a focus on the role of leadership at the school level, this study aims to investigate how effective leadership practices can shape a supportive school culture, improve the quality of teaching and learning, and result in better academic achievement. Data was collected through interviews with school principals, teachers and school staff from various educational backgrounds, as well as literature study. Analysis was carried out to identify superior leadership practices, including clear vision, the ability to motivate and lead a team, and the ability to adapt to changes occurring in the educational environment. The research results show that superior leadership has a significant impact in improving the quality of education. Visionary and inclusive leadership practices help create a dynamic learning environment and stimulate student growth. Apart from that, leadership that is able to develop and empower school staff also contributes to improving the quality of teaching and learning in schools. This research provides an in-depth understanding of the importance of superior leadership in achieving quality education goals. The practical implications of these findings can be used to develop leadership training programs, design effective education policies, and strengthen collaboration between schools, government and society in supporting overall improvement in the quality of education.

This research aims to determine the implications of collaborating group discussion methods with Problem Solving Learning in improving students' problem solving skills at SDN Pelita Jaya. This research uses qualitative research methods with a mini research approach to gain in-depth insight into interactions between students in structured learning. For three weeks, research was conducted at SDN Pelita Jaya involving sixth grade students. The group discussion method is used to facilitate student interaction in discussing Islamic ethical and moral values. Students are also given ethical situations or problems that require them to find solutions based on Islamic moral principles through the Problem Solving Learning approach. Qualitative data was collected through participant observation, interviews with students, and document analysis. The results of the analysis show a significant increase in students' ability to identify, analyze and overcome problems with a structured and directed approach. Apart from that, this collaborative learning method also strengthens student involvement in the learning process. This research provides in-depth insight into the positive potential of collaborative group discussion methods with Problem Solving Learning in improving students' problem solving skills. The results of these findings can provide a valuable contribution to the development of more effective learning strategies, especially in Islamic Religious Education subjects.