Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026): Innovation in Islamic Education and Learning

Research Articles

• RESEARCH ARTICLES 1-12

  MODEL PEMBELAJARAN HOLISTIK INTEGRATIF BERBASIS QUR’ANI UNTUK PENGEMBANGAN KARAKTER ANAK USIA DINI DI ERA DIGITAL

  DOI: https://doi.org/10.57146/istibshar.v1i1.5747

  Cafrina Dianty, MAS Hidayatul Mubtadiin

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  This study aims to examine the implementation of the Holistic Integrative Qur’anic-Based Learning Model in developing the character of early childhood in the digital era. The model is grounded in Islamic educational principles that emphasize balance between spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social, and physical aspects. This approach seeks to address modern educational challenges posed by technological advancement and globalization. The research employed a qualitative descriptive design involving teachers, parents, and students from Qur’anic-based early childhood education institutions. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using Miles and Huberman’s interactive analysis model.

  The findings indicate that this learning model effectively fosters core character values such as honesty, responsibility, compassion, and discipline. The integration of Qur’anic values within the learning process creates meaningful and contextual learning experiences, while the guided use of digital media enhances children’s engagement without neglecting their spiritual development. Teachers play a crucial role as Qur’anic role models, internalizing Islamic values through every aspect of the teaching process. Overall, this model successfully combines religious values with technological progress, making it a relevant and effective paradigm for early childhood education in the digital age.

• RESEARCH ARTICLES 13-28

  INTEGRASI NILAI-NILAI EKOTEOLOGI DALAM TATA KELOLA LEMBAGA PENDIDIKAN ISLAM DAN DAMPAKNYA TERHADAP PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT DESA

  DOI: https://doi.org/10.57146/istibshar.v1i1.5748

  Shohib Hasan, Universitas Islam An Nur Lampung

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  Ecotheological values have emerged as an important framework for addressing environmental degradation while strengthening social responsibility within Islamic communities. The integration of these values into the governance of Islamic educational institutions offers a strategic approach to promoting environmental awareness, sustainable resource management, and community participation in rural development. Using a qualitative descriptive approach through literature review and analysis of relevant studies, this article explores the implementation of ecotheological principles in educational governance and their contribution to village community empowerment. The findings reveal that ecotheological governance encourages the development of environmentally conscious educational cultures, strengthens ecological literacy, and supports community-based initiatives such as waste management, sustainable agriculture, and green entrepreneurship. Furthermore, Islamic educational institutions function as centers of social transformation by fostering collaboration among schools, religious leaders, local governments, and community groups. The integration of ecotheological values not only enhances environmental stewardship but also contributes to strengthening social capital, economic resilience, and sustainable rural development. These findings highlight the strategic role of Islamic educational institutions in responding to contemporary ecological challenges through faith-based educational governance.

• RESEARCH ARTICLES 29-45

  PENGEMBANGAN EKOSISTEM MANAJEMEN PENDIDIKAN ISLAM BERKELANJUTAN UNTUK MENJAWAB TANTANGAN ERA DIGITAL DAN PEMBANGUNAN BERKELANJUTAN

  DOI: https://doi.org/10.57146/istibshar.v1i1.5749

  Ahmad Yasir, Universitas Islam An Nur Lampung

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  The rapid development of digital technology and the growing demand for sustainable development have created significant challenges for Islamic educational institutions in maintaining educational quality, institutional relevance, and organizational sustainability. Responding to these challenges requires the development of a sustainable educational management ecosystem that integrates digital innovation, collaborative governance, and Islamic values. This study explores the development of a sustainable Islamic education management ecosystem at MA Wathoniyah Islamiyah Candipuro, South Lampung. A qualitative case study approach was employed, involving observations, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. Data were analyzed using the interactive model of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that the development of a sustainable educational ecosystem is supported by transformational leadership, teacher capacity building, digital literacy enhancement, stakeholder collaboration, and the integration of Islamic values into institutional governance. The ecosystem has contributed to improving educational quality, strengthening organizational adaptability, expanding community participation, and enhancing institutional competitiveness. Furthermore, the integration of digital transformation with Islamic educational principles has enabled the madrasa to respond effectively to contemporary challenges while preserving its religious identity. These findings indicate that a sustainable Islamic education management ecosystem can serve as a strategic model for strengthening institutional resilience and promoting educational development in the digital era.

• RESEARCH ARTICLES 46-62

  MODEL COLLABORATIVE INNOVATION PESANTREN DALAM PENGUATAN EKONOMI, PENDIDIKAN, DAN LINGKUNGAN DESA

  DOI: https://doi.org/10.57146/istibshar.v1i1.5750

  Nurhadi Hizbullah, STAI Darussalam Sumatra Selatan

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  Islamic boarding schools have increasingly expanded their roles beyond religious education to become centers of community empowerment and rural development. This study examines the collaborative innovation model developed by Pondok Pesantren Darussalam Ogan Komering Ilir (OKI), South Sumatra, in strengthening village economy, education, and environmental sustainability. A qualitative case study approach was employed through observations, in-depth interviews, and document analysis involving pesantren leaders, teachers, students, community members, village officials, and other stakeholders. Data were analyzed using an interactive model consisting of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that collaborative innovation is implemented through multi-stakeholder partnerships involving pesantren, local communities, government institutions, alumni networks, and social organizations. In the economic sector, collaboration has enhanced community empowerment through productive enterprises and local economic initiatives. In education, the pesantren has strengthened human resource development through formal, non-formal, and community-based learning programs. In the environmental sector, collaborative activities have promoted ecological awareness and sustainable resource management practices. The integration of these three dimensions has contributed to building a sustainable village development model based on Islamic values, social participation, and collective responsibility. The study concludes that collaborative innovation enables pesantren to function as a strategic agent of social transformation and sustainable rural development.

• RESEARCH ARTICLES 63-79

  STRATEGI MANAJEMEN EVALUASI PEMBELAJARAN UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KUALITAS IMPLEMENTASI KURIKULUM MERDEKA

  DOI: https://doi.org/10.57146/istibshar.v1i1.5751

  Ari Dwianto, STIT NU OKU Timur

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  The successful implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum is highly influenced by the effectiveness of learning evaluation management applied by educational institutions. Learning evaluation is not only used to measure learning outcomes but also functions as a strategic instrument for improving instructional quality and supporting continuous educational development. This study explores learning evaluation management strategies implemented at MAS Nahdlatul Ulama Sumber Agung to enhance the quality of Merdeka Curriculum implementation. The study employed a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through observations, in-depth interviews, and documentation involving the principal, vice principal for curriculum affairs, teachers, and students. Data analysis was conducted using an interactive model consisting of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that learning evaluation management is implemented through systematic planning, effective organization, curriculum-based assessment implementation, continuous supervision, and follow-up improvement programs. The integration of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments has contributed to improving instructional quality, teacher professionalism, and student engagement in learning activities. The study also found that leadership support, collaborative work culture, and the utilization of digital technology play significant roles in strengthening evaluation effectiveness. The resulting model demonstrates that learning evaluation management can serve as a strategic framework for supporting the successful implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum and promoting sustainable educational quality improvement.

• RESEARCH ARTICLES 80-96

  PENDEKATAN EKOTEOLOGI DALAM PEMBELAJARAN KEANEKARAGAMAN HAYATI UNTUK MENUMBUHKAN KARAKTER PEDULI LINGKUNGAN

  DOI: https://doi.org/10.57146/istibshar.v1i1.5816

  Lusiana Kurniawati, MA Hidayatul Mubtadiin

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  This study aims to analyze the implementation of an ecotheological approach in biodiversity learning to foster environmental care character among students of MA Hidayatul Mubtadiin Jati Agung, South Lampung. The research employed a qualitative case study approach involving biology teachers, the principal, and tenth-grade students as research subjects. Data were collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using the interactive model of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings revealed that integrating biodiversity concepts with Islamic values concerning human responsibility as khalifah on earth created a more contextual and meaningful learning process. Students showed positive changes in environmental awareness, participation in school cleanliness activities, plant maintenance, and responsibility for preserving the school environment. The study concludes that the ecotheological approach is effective in strengthening environmental care character because it combines scientific understanding, spiritual reflection, and practical environmental activities in an integrated learning process. Therefore, this approach can be used as an alternative strategy for biology learning in madrasahs to support character education and sustainable environmental awareness.

• RESEARCH ARTICLES 97-107

  PENDEKATAN EKOPEDAGOGI DALAM PEMBELAJARAN MENULIS TEKS EKSPLANASI UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KESADARAN LINGKUNGAN SISWA

  DOI: https://doi.org/10.57146/istibshar.v1i1.5820

  Slamet Rianto, STIT Al-Hikmah Bumi Agung Way Kanan

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  The implementation of an ecopedagogical approach in learning to write explanatory texts has become an important strategy for integrating language learning with environmental education. Conducted at MA Miftahul Ulum Way Tuba, this qualitative descriptive field research involved a Bahasa Indonesia teacher and eleventh-grade students. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, then analyzed using the interactive model consisting of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The learning process engaged students in observing environmental phenomena around the school and using these observations as the basis for writing explanatory texts. The results indicate that contextual learning experiences improved students’ ability to generate ideas, organize explanatory text structures systematically, and explain causal relationships more accurately. In addition, students demonstrated greater participation in maintaining school cleanliness, reducing plastic waste, and showing responsibility toward environmental sustainability. The study concludes that the ecopedagogical approach effectively connects literacy development with ecological awareness and provides meaningful learning experiences that support the formation of environmentally responsible students in the context of Islamic secondary education.

• RESEARCH ARTICLES 108-119

  PENERAPAN GAMIFIKASI DALAM PEMBELAJARAN MATEMATIKA UNTUK MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR

  DOI: https://doi.org/10.57146/istibshar.v1i1.5823

  Nina Karina, SDN 1 Sidoharjo

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  The implementation of gamification in mathematics learning has become an innovative strategy for increasing students’ motivation at the elementary school level. This classroom action research was conducted at SDN 1 Sidoharjo involving 28 fifth-grade students and aimed to improve students’ learning motivation through the application of gamification elements such as points, levels, challenges, badges, and rewards. The study was carried out in two cycles consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. Data were collected through observation, motivation questionnaires, interviews, and documentation, and were analyzed using qualitative descriptive analysis supported by simple quantitative data. The results showed that the use of gamification created a more interactive and enjoyable learning atmosphere, increased students’ participation in discussions, improved their confidence in asking questions, and encouraged greater responsibility in completing mathematics tasks. Students demonstrated higher enthusiasm, persistence, collaboration, and engagement throughout the learning process. The study concludes that gamification is effective in enhancing elementary school students’ motivation in mathematics learning and can be used as an alternative instructional strategy to create meaningful, enjoyable, and student-centered learning experiences.