The purpose of this study is to describe and analyze: 1) Describe the implementation of academic supervision with coaching techniques carried out by the principal for Islamic Religious Education teachers; 2) Reveal the obstacles faced by the principal in implementing academic supervision with coaching techniques for Islamic Religious Education teachers; 3) Analyze the implications of implementing academic supervision with coaching techniques in improving the teaching performance of Islamic Religious Education teachers. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with a type of field research. Data collection uses three techniques, namely: observation, interview, and documentation techniques. Data analysis techniques start from data collection, data presentation and the process of drawing conclusions. The data validity checking techniques used are triangulation and member check. Research Results focus: 1) Implementation of academic supervision with coaching techniques has been carried out regularly and in stages, namely: a) Designed in a structured and sustainable manner, b) The principal prepares assessment instruments, scoring guidelines, supervision schedules, and socialization to teachers, c) Academic supervision includes planning, implementation and evaluation activities, d) academic supervision with coaching techniques through pre-observation activities, observation actions and post-observation; 2) Constraints in implementing academic supervision with coaching techniques: a) Limited time for the principal to carry out academic supervision optimally, b) Lack of initial understanding of teachers regarding the concept of coaching in academic supervision, c) teacher commitment to their responsibility to carry out actions that have been agreed upon between the coach and coachee; 3) Implications of supervision with coaching techniques on teacher performance: a) coaching not only provides feedback, but also builds a deeper relationship between the principal and teachers, b) coaching helps teachers reflect on and change their teaching practices to be more effective, c) academic supervision with coaching techniques is an effective supervision to encourage professionalism in improving teacher performance.

Osamu Dazai’s No Longer Human is one of the most devastating Japanese literature that portrays the inner turmoil of human beings in a very emotional way. The main character, Oba Yozo, is characterized by alienation, despair and identity crisis. This study is meant to identify the types of emotional expressions that appear in the original text and trace the translation techniques used in the two translated versions. The method used is descriptive qualitative with a comparative approach utilizing Molina & Albir’s translation technique theory and Nababan’s translation accuracy indicators. The analysis results show that Keene tends to use literal and amplification translation techniques to preserve the psychological depth of the characters, while Hanafi is more frequently employs modulation and reduction techniques with the aims of simplifying the language style. Some quotations also highlight differences in accuracy levels that impact the conveyance of emotions to readers. The conclusion of this study affirms that translation techniques not only influence sentence structure but also determine how readers interpret the internal conflicts of characters and the atmosphere of the story in the target text

Regulations on the implementation and management of education in Indonesia provide opportunities for cooperation between foreign educational units and Indonesian educational units. The Webinar on the Management of Primary and Secondary Education in Indonesia and the Philippines aims to provide an overview of the management of formal education in Indonesia and the Philippines so that it can inspire educators to initiate cooperation in improving the quality of education in both countries. The webinar was held virtually in a collaborative manner by the Indonesian Teachers Association (IGI) of Serang City, the Community of SMA/SMK/SKH Teachers of Banten Province, and the Islamic Education Management Masters Program of UIN Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten. The webinar was held via the Zoom Cloud Meetings platform on April 18, 2025, starting at 13.00 WIB. The webinar provided participants with an overview of the formal education management system for primary and secondary education levels in both countries so that it could increase knowledge and insight, as well as inspiration for participants in developing competencies in the field of education, including follow-up cooperation between both educational units and the education community.

Indonesia as a multicultural country with religious, ethnic, and cultural diversity faces serious challenges in maintaining social harmony amidst increasing intolerance, extremism, and politicization of religion. In response, the government developed a religious moderation policy to instill just, balanced, and tolerant religious values. However, this policy has not been fully grounded in society, given the gap in understanding between state idealism and the developing social reality. This study aims to analyze the concept, implementation, and structural and cultural challenges in the implementation of religious moderation policies in Indonesia. The method used is a qualitative approach with the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) technique on various relevant national and international scientific publications in the period 2018–2024. The results of the study show that the implementation of this policy is still dominated by a formalistic approach and has not involved active participation from grassroots communities. In addition, ideological resistance, weak public communication, and minimal impact-based evaluation are the main challenges. Therefore, a more participatory, contextual, and local culture-based moderation approach is needed so that this policy does not just become a state project, but a shared life value.

Social changes and the demands of the times have encouraged Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) to continuously innovate in curriculum development. This article describes the outcomes of two workshops held at Pondok Pesantren Darussalamah Al Mubarok Cianjur, focusing on needs analysis, formulation of innovation objectives, implementation, and evaluation of a Tahfizhul Qur’an-based curriculum. The first workshop emphasized needs analysis and innovation design, while the second focused on implementation and evaluation. The results show that the curriculum shift toward a Tahfizhul Qur’an orientation received positive responses from all pesantren stakeholders, and both the implementation framework and evaluation system have been designed. This activity underscores the importance of a participatory and needs-based approach in pesantren curriculum development.

Toxic professional relationships—characterized by subtle exclusion, politicized decision-making, and emotional suppression—are a prevalent yet underexamined concern in academic institutions. This research emphasizes the psychological, pedagogical, and emotional repercussions for educators in situations characterized by workplace conflict, in contrast to prior studies that primarily examine structural factors. The study seeks to examine how educators perceive, interpret, and react to toxic dynamics, especially via reflective processes. We gathered data from three years of anonymized reflective journaling employing a qualitative, narrative-reflective methodology and conducted a theme analysis. Research highlights three main themes: the emotional effort needed to maintain professionalism despite feeling excluded, changes in teaching methods as a way to resist and find meaning, and how reflective practice helps teachers stay true to their teaching values. The analysis further demonstrates how gender and early-career status exacerbate susceptibility to toxic dynamics. The study prioritizes ethical contemplation as a transforming practice and a means of action instead of providing prescriptive solutions. Institutions should implement emotional intelligence training, equitable task allocation, and peer support mechanisms to cultivate more equal academic settings. This research advocates for a work culture founded on explicit performance expectations, mutual respect, compassion, and integrity in education, facilitating a deeper comprehension of teachers' authentic experiences in challenging school environments.

This study explores the paradox of democracy in Muslim-majority societies, particularly how democratic political systems influence the role of religion and the construction of religious identity. Employing a qualitative-descriptive approach through literature review and case studies in Indonesia and Turkey, this article finds that democracy opens participatory space for religious expression while simultaneously enabling the domination of majoritarian Islamic identity in the public sphere. This transformation leads to the fragmentation and commodification of religious identity, shifting it from a spiritual-transcendent value toward a symbolic-political function. In Indonesia, post-Reformasi democracy has fostered the expansion of conservative Islamic movements via electoral and social mobilization. In Turkey, democratization under the AKP regime has turned into religious populism that undermines secularism. The study concludes that democracy in Muslim-majority societies holds a paradoxical potential: it can serve as a medium for religious reform or become a tool for identity-based hegemony. Hence, strengthening institutions, political ethics, and reflective religious narratives is essential to make democracy a just and inclusive arena.

The aim of this research is to develop concrete media for literacy learning in reading and writing. The research method used is research and development methodology that adapts the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). The subjects of this study are first-grade elementary school students. The research instruments used in this study include a product assessment scale by material and media experts, as well as assessment questionnaires by teachers and student responses. The results of this research are concrete media for reading and writing literacy learning. The feasibility test results according to material experts received a score of 83% with good criteria, and a score of 91% with very feasible criteria from media experts. Additionally, the developed concrete media received good ratings and positive responses from first-grade students.

In the context of education in Indonesia, education requires many touches from various parties in the formation of its policies. Considering that the moral crisis is increasing, strict education management is needed. Education is a process of instilling and developing implicit values and norms in every subject, including Islamic religious education and also its teachers. Therefore, not only
Islamic religious education teachers have the responsibility to educate students' morals and ethics, this responsibility also applies to all educators. Efforts to improve the quality of Islamic religious education have been widely implemented. The goal is none other than to convey the meaning of education that functions to build the character and morals of a dignified nation in order to educate the life of the nation to build the potential of Indonesian people who believe and fear God Almighty, have noble morals , are healthy, knowledgeable, capable, creative and independent. The existence of shortcomings and advantages in each educational institution will have an impact and require different handling. The right policies and handling will have a good impact and be in accordance with the expectations of an institution. On the other hand, if the management and policies are not considered and adjusted to the educational institution , then failure will be encountered. Each educational institution has different needs and objectives according to the needs, interests and goals to be achieved.

Improving the quality of education is a strategic challenge for every educational unit, including private elementary madrasahs that carry the Integrated Islamic approach. MIS IT Nurul Ikhwan Cahaya Ananda Palembang as a basic educational institution based on Islamic values ​​and technology, faces various dynamics in managing quality management, ranging from limited resources to the complexity of implementing an internal quality assurance system. This study aims to describe in depth the management strategies applied in improving the quality of education, as well as identifying the challenges and solutions faced by madrasahs in the implementation process. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques in the form of observation, documentation, and in-depth interviews with key informants. The results of the study indicate that madrasahs have implemented quality management through strategic planning, strengthening teacher capacity, integrating technology in learning, and community involvement. Despite challenges such as budget limitations and imbalances in HR competencies, madrasahs are able to present solutions based on collaboration and innovation that are oriented towards the sustainability of education quality.