Research aimed at explaining the enhancement of teachers' pedagogical competence through Information and Communication Technologies using qualitative methods with a literature review approach. Data was gathered through relevant literature to grasp the concepts, theories, and information and Communication Technologies practices in education. Data processing techniques involved data reduction, presentation, and triangulation of sources to validate research findings. The research results indicate that enhancing pedagogical competence through Information and Communication is crucial for optimizing learning. Teachers need to master learning management that considers individual student needs, designs and implements effective teaching methods and systematically evaluates learning outcomes. On the other hand, information and Communication Technologies encompass technologies such as computers, the internet, and audiovisual media that support communication and information distribution. Strategies to achieve these goals include teacher training to understand student characteristics in the technology era, developing technology-integrated curricula, and providing educational infrastructure that supports efficient access and communication.

The purpose of this study was to determine the factors that differentiate teachers' competencies. This research used a quantitative method with a survey approach. The population of this study was 99 teachers from Nurul Iman Integrated Islamic Elementary School and Al-Azhar Jaka Permai Islamic Elementary School. The statistical analysis used was multiple regression analysis and residual test for moderating variables. The results showed that there are 4 variables that significantly (p = 0.05) can demonstrate differences in teachers' professional competencies, namely: interactivity and mastery of student development are the most dominant variables that can identify differences in teacher competencies, as seen in the canonical correlation coefficient of 0.609, which when squared becomes (0.609)² = 0.370, meaning that 37% of the variation in teacher professional competency variables is explained by discriminant variables, namely interactive and understanding student development variables that can identify differences in teacher competencies through the test (Wilk’s Lambda = 0.629; Chi-square = 11.360 and p = 0.000); Discriminant function equation: Z = -.002 + 0.379 X3.2 - 0.240 X4.2.

Philosophy plays an important role in shaping meaningful educational systems. Many schools develop curricula without considering philosophy, resulting in meaningless learning for students. This research aims to explain the application of the philosophy of Tut Wuri Handayani in the curriculum of MTs Al-Mardliyyah Pamekasan using a qualitative case study approach. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, then processed through reduction, presentation, and drawing conclusions. The implementation of the Tut Wuri Handayani philosophy includes honesty, fairness, good moral character, and motivation for students to learn well. Challenges such as laziness, shyness, and pessimism are addressed with strategies of awareness, understanding, and changing students' mindset. The impact is that students develop into better individuals morally, caring for their peers and the environment, and forming productive and adaptive learning processes. In conclusion, the implementation of the philosophy has been successful with positive effects on schools, teachers, and students. This research contributes as a reference for schools to apply philosophical aspects in education and learning.

The educator quality assurance institution was established to ensure the quality of educators in educational institutions. The research aims to analyze and explain the planning, implementation, evaluation, and follow-up of the Educator Quality Control Institution at Maktuba Al-Majidiyah Islamic Education Institution in Pamekasan. This research uses a qualitative research approach with a case study research design. Meanwhile, the informants are: the general chairman of the education council, the education council, and personnel management. Data were collected using observation, interviews, and documentation techniques. Data analysis consists of three stages: data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. Research findings: (1) educator planning: setting standards, recruitment, selection, and placement of educators. (2) educator implementation: supervisor, motivator, trainer, developer, and compensator. (3) educator evaluation: monitoring educator activities by comparing standards with performance. (4) follow-up: rewards and punishments. Conclusion: the educator quality assurance institution has performed its tasks well because it has managed educators effectively. Research contribution: it can enhance the quality of educator management.

This study aims to describe the implementation of Islamic Religious Education learning in the character building of students at Public Middle School 1 Percut Sei Tuan. This study uses a qualitative research method with a descriptive type. The techniques used in the study are observation techniques, interviews, and documentation studies. The analysis techniques used: were data reduction, data visualization, and drawing conclusions/verification. The results of this study indicate that: 1) The implementation of Islamic Religious Education learning in the formation of student character through habituation and role models from teachers, performing Dhuha prayers in congregation, and flag ceremony activities. 2) Supporting factors for the formation of student character include internal factors that come from within the individual himself. While external factors are the influence of society, educational regulations, integrated curriculum, evaluation of learning experiences, and parental guidance. Furthermore, inhibiting factors in the implementation of student character formation come from differences in students themselves, differences in backgrounds owned by students, some students whose parents are always at home, and also some students whose parents travel abroad to work.
 

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The teachers are not only responsible for delivering religious materials, but also for instilling moral and ethical values relevant to democracy in the context of Pancasila. The method used is qualitative with a case study approach. The data collection techniques consisted of observation, interviews, and documentation. The results showed that teachers play an active role as planners, facilitators, assistants, supervisors, and consultants in Project for Strengthening Pancasila Student Profiles activities. Not only that, teachers always collaborate with other teachers to design learning modules, assist students in projects, and supervise the implementation of activities. Teachers endeavour to integrate Pancasila and Islamic values in learning, encouraging students to think critically and creatively. This research emphasises the importance of character education in the new curriculum which aims to shape students into individuals who are faithful, pious, independent, and have a good understanding of democracy and human rights. 

The research aims to explain and describe curriculum management and community participation in the management of the curriculum of Al Wafi Islamic Boarding School Bogor Junior High School. The research method used is qualitative through a case study. Data collection is conducted through interviews, observations, and documentation. Data validity is ensured through triangulation and confirmability, while data management is carried out through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The research findings explain that curriculum management is carried out through several stages: school-specific curriculum planning through meetings attended by stakeholders and the education department, organizing by grouping national and school-specific curricula, implementation through effective and active learning, and curriculum evaluation through daily assessments, self-assessment tests, mid-semester exams, and school exams. Meanwhile, community participation in the curriculum takes the form of providing suggestions and supporting the implementation of school programs.

The aim of this research was to determine the influence of culture and school climate, either partially or simultaneously, on the effectiveness of State Elementary Schools in the Sukawangi District, Bekasi Regency. The research was conducted quantitatively with a correlational design. Data collection techniques involved questionnaires administered to a population and sample of 146 teachers. Data analysis included descriptive, linearity, and multicollinearity analyses. Hypothesis testing was conducted using F and t tests. The results of the study indicate that there is a significant influence of school culture on school effectiveness, followed by a significant influence of school climate on school effectiveness, and there is also a significant combined influence of school culture and climate on school performance effectiveness. Conclusion: effective schools are influenced by many aspects, one of which is the culture and climate of the school, which significantly affect school performance effectiveness.

The research aims to explain and describe the efforts of the school in minimizing student disciplinary behavior at Al-Mardliyyah Tagangser Laok Waru Pamekasan Islamic Junior High School. The research method used a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data collection was done through interviews, observations, and documentation. Data processing involved reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Data validity was ensured through credibility and confirmability. The research results show forms of disciplinary behavior such as arriving late to school, not participating in learning activities, leaving before time, not adhering to uniform regulations, bringing mobile phones to school, and being absent without explanation. The role of the class teacher includes being a parent figure, guidance counselor, motivator, administrator, and communicator. Discipline enforcement is carried out through a system of violation point weights which are socialized at the beginning of each new academic year packaged with the Student Introduction Period activities. A WhatsApp group facilitates communication between class teachers, guidance counselors, and the student affairs department. Collaboration between class teachers and guidance counselors involves formulating guidance procedures, compiling summaries, assigning home visit tasks, and monitoring and evaluation.

The study seeks to identify the approaches and factors, both supportive and hindering, utilized by teachers in fostering a compassionate ethos at MI Ash Shiddiqiyah. Employing qualitative descriptive research, the author draws upon school principals, teachers, and students as data sources. Data gathering methods encompass observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis involves the reduction of information, presentation of findings, and drawing conclusions. The results of the research show that the teacher strategy used is implementing activities that must be carried out daily so that it becomes a habit, such as cleaning every morning, in addition to providing sufficient cleaning tools, providing insight into the importance of caring for environmental cleanliness which is integrated into the learning process, providing motivation. , appreciation, and good example by teachers. The supporting factor in forming this character is that teachers receive a lot of support from the school principal and the school committee. Apart from supporting factors, there are inhibiting factors in this process, namely the lack of availability of clean water supplies. The conclusion is that the strategies used by teachers are quite varied and continue to be implemented and even improved in protecting the environment.