Immortalis Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies
Diversity and Morphological Characterization of Basidiomycota Macrofungi in Suco Manusae, Ermera Municipality
Macrofungi are an important group of fungi that play a key role in ecosystem processes, particularly in organic matter decomposition and nutrient cycling. This study aimed to identify macrofungal species and describe their morphological characteristics in Suco Manusae, Hatulia A Administrative Post, Ermera Municipality, Timor-Leste. An exploratory field survey was conducted during June 2025 using direct observation and specimen collection. Morphological identification was performed based on macroscopic features, including pileus shape and color, lamellae or pore structures, stipe characteristics, and substrate type. A total of 15 macrofungal species belonging to 9 families were recorded in the study area. Most species were found growing on decaying wood, while others were associated with soil and animal feces substrates. The results indicate that substrate availability and environmental conditions, particularly humidity and temperature, are important factors influencing macrofungal distribution and occurrence. This study provides baseline information on macrofungal diversity in Suco Manusae and contributes to the understanding of fungal ecological roles in tropical forest ecosystems. The findings may support future biodiversity monitoring and conservation strategies in the region.
Copyright (c) 2026 Luis da Costa, Antero F Branco, Celina Maria Godinho, Elisabet Andrijani Tarwanti, Monica S Martins (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Role of 'Aisyiyah in Women's Empowerment through the Sakinah Family Study Program: A Case Study of PCA Kanor, Bojonegoro Regency
'Aisyiyah, a women's organisation within Muhammadiyah, plays a strategic role in promoting women's empowerment and strengthening family resilience through Islamic values. This study aims to explore the role of 'Aisyiyah in empowering women through the Sakinah Family Study Program implemented by the 'Aisyiyah Branch Leadership (PCA) of Kanor, Bojonegoro Regency. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis involving PCA leaders, cadres, and programme participants. The findings reveal that the programme contributes to enhancing women's religious understanding, improving family communication and conflict-resolution skills, promoting economic empowerment through community-based entrepreneurship, and strengthening family resilience through the implementation of the principle of mu'asyarah bil ma'ruf. The programme also increases women's self-confidence and participation in community activities. These findings indicate that grassroots Islamic women's organisations can function as effective agents of social transformation by integrating religious education with women's empowerment initiatives. This study contributes to the growing literature on faith-based community empowerment and family resilience in contemporary Muslim societies.
Copyright (c) 2026 Lina Alfiah, Benny Prasetya, Nur Mashani Mustafidah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Significant Role of Sukuk in The Indonesian Economy: A Reflection on Economic Recovery During The Covid-19 Attack
The COVID-19 pandemic, which has gripped the world since early 2020, has placed significant pressure on global economic activity, including Indonesia. Declining household consumption, weakening investment, and disrupted production activities have led to a significant economic contraction. In this situation, the government and the financial sector are required to provide financing instruments capable of supporting economic stability and accelerating the recovery process. One instrument that has received significant attention is sukuk. This study aims to analyze the role of sukuk in supporting the Indonesian economy by providing a specific reflection on the economic recovery period during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study uses a quantitative approach using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) method using quarterly data from 2011–2021, covering corporate sukuk, inflation, exchange rates, and Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The research results show that corporate sukuk significantly impacts short-term economic growth, particularly through the sukuk value in the previous period. Conversely, inflation and the exchange rate do not significantly influence either the short or long term. These findings indicate that sukuk play a strategic role as a financing instrument capable of supporting economic activity during times of crisis and is a crucial pillar in the national economic recovery process during the Covid-19 pandemic. This research strengthens the argument that sukuk market development needs to be continuously encouraged as part of Indonesia's sustainable economic development strategy.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sobar M. Johari, Dwarama Dhandya Islami (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Daily Good-Deed Habituation and Teacher Role Modelling as Quantitative Predictors of Students’ Religious Character: An Empirical Study at SMKN 6 Berau, Indonesia
The development of students’ religious character is a central goal in vocational secondary education, yet many students exhibit suboptimal religious behaviours, including low discipline and limited social awareness. This study investigates the influence of daily good-deed habituation (One Day One Good Deed, ODOGD) and teacher role modelling on students’ religious character at SMKN 6 Berau, Indonesia. Employing a quantitative correlational design, data were collected from 165 students using validated questionnaires and analysed through multiple linear regression. Results indicate that both the ODOGD programme (β = 0.195, p = 0.005) and teacher role modelling (β = 0.732, p < 0.001) significantly contribute to the development of students’ religious character. Teacher role modelling emerged as the strongest predictor. The combined influence of both variables explains 82.5% of the variance in students’ religious character. These findings highlight that consistent daily habituation of positive actions, supported by teachers’ exemplary behaviour, effectively fosters moral and religious values in students. The study provides empirical evidence for integrating structured character education programmes and teacher exemplars into school curricula to strengthen holistic student development.
Copyright (c) 2026 Syamsidar, Benny Prasetya, Muhammad Alfi Syahrin, Khamam Khosiin (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Principal Managerial Performance and Its Relationship with Organizational Culture, Personality, Job Satisfaction, and Decision Making in Indonesian Schools
This study aims to analyze the relationship between principal managerial performance and organizational culture, personality, job satisfaction, and decision making simultaneously in the context of Indonesian schools. A quantitative correlational design was employed, involving school principals and teachers as respondents, selected through probability sampling. Data were collected using Likert-scale questionnaires and analyzed using linearity tests and multiple regression to examine relationships among the variables. The results indicate that all variables have significant linear relationships. Organizational culture and personality positively influence job satisfaction and decision-making effectiveness, which in turn affect principal managerial performance. These findings underscore the importance of developing a supportive organizational culture and strengthening personal characteristics to enhance school leadership effectiveness. The study provides theoretical contributions to educational management literature and practical implications for improving school management quality.
Copyright (c) 2026 Fiqra Muhamad Nazib, Bibin Rubini, Widodo Sunaryo (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Tauhid-Based Integral Education and Student Academic Achievement: A Case Study at SMP Luqman Al-Hakim Surabaya
Contemporary Islamic education faces the challenge of integrating academic achievement with spiritual and character formation. This study examines the implementation of Tauhid-Based Integral Education (TBIE) at SMP Luqman Al-Hakim Surabaya and explores how this model supports students’ learning motivation, academic character, and achievement orientation. A qualitative descriptive case study design was employed. Data were collected through participant observation, semi-structured interviews with school leaders, teachers, and students, and documentation of curriculum materials, lesson plans, school programs, and achievement records. The data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model through data reduction, data display, and conclusion verification, with credibility strengthened through triangulation, member checking, and peer debriefing. The findings show that TBIE is implemented as an epistemological and pedagogical framework that integrates spiritual, intellectual, and physical dimensions into curriculum planning, classroom instruction, and school culture. The internalization of tauhid values is perceived to strengthen students’ intrinsic motivation, discipline, academic honesty, and learning engagement. Documentary data also indicate that the school demonstrates strong academic performance through AKM results and academic competitions. This study argues that TBIE can support academic achievement by shaping students’ self-regulation and learning character, although causal claims require further quantitative or longitudinal investigation. The study contributes to Islamic education scholarship by offering a case-based model of value-integrated learning that connects spiritual consciousness, character formation, and academic development.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mustakim Noreng, Alfi Syahrin, Benny Prasetiya (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Prophetic Learning Methods for Strengthening Islamic Education in Society 5.0
The rapid development of digital technology in the Society 5.0 era presents both opportunities and challenges for Islamic Religious Education (PAI). While technology enables adaptive and personalized learning, it may also contribute to moral degradation, superficial spirituality, and the weakening of humanistic values. This study aims to analyze the relevance of Prophetic Learning Methods in strengthening Islamic Religious Education in the Society 5.0 era and to formulate strategies for integrating prophetic values into contemporary educational practices. Using a qualitative approach based on library research, the study examines various educational methods employed by the Prophet Muhammad SAW. The findings reveal that Prophetic Learning Methods, including exemplary behavior (uswah), empathetic dialogue (hiwar), habituation (ta'wid), direct practice, problem-solving, gradual instruction (tadarruj), and persuasive advice (mau'izhah hasanah) embody humanistic, holistic, and transformative characteristics. These methods align with the human-centered educational paradigm of Society 5.0, which places human development at the center of technological advancement. Integrating Prophetic Learning Methods into Islamic Religious Education can enhance character formation, spiritual intelligence, and ethical digital literacy. Therefore, Islamic Religious Education should not be dominated by a technocentric approach but should remain a key medium for nurturing moral values. In this context, prophetic values serve as the foundation, technology functions as a tool, and Islamic Religious Education acts as a medium for internalizing values in response to contemporary educational transformation.
Copyright (c) 2026 Wise Fathul Uluma, Bagus Jamroji (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Educative Prohibition and Guided Freedom in Islamic Education: A Comparative Study of QS. Luqman 13 and Child-Centered Education
This study examines the pedagogical meaning of prohibition in QS. Luqman 13 and its relevance to contemporary child-centered education. The study is motivated by the tension between modern educational paradigms that emphasize freedom, autonomy, and self-expression, and the need for moral boundaries in children’s character formation. Using a qualitative library research design, this study applies thematic Qur’anic interpretation and comparative educational analysis. Primary sources include QS. Luqman 13 and classical Qur’anic commentaries, while secondary sources include works on Islamic education, character education, and modern educational theories. The findings show that the prohibition expressed in the phrase lā tushrik billāh is not merely a normative command, but an educative boundary delivered through affection, dialogue, and rational moral reasoning. The phrase yā bunayya reflects a compassionate pedagogical relationship, while the explanation that shirk is a great injustice provides a rational foundation for moral internalization. Compared with child-centered education, Qur’anic pedagogy offers a model of guided freedom that balances autonomy with value-based boundaries. This study contributes to Islamic education scholarship by reconstructing prohibition as a humanistic, dialogical, and transformative pedagogical instrument. The study concludes that contemporary education should not eliminate prohibition, but should reinterpret it as an educative boundary that supports self-control, moral awareness, and responsible freedom.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mohamat Harianton, Bagus Jamroji (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Digital Branding Strategy through Instagram in Shaping the Brand Image of Giggle's Wedding Organizer
The use of Instagram as a marketing communication medium is increasingly playing an important role in the formation of brand image, especially in the creative services industry such as wedding organizers. Instagram's visual-focused character makes it a strategic space to display brand identity and build audience perception. This study aims to examine how the visual representation of Giggle's Wedding Organizer's Instagram content is displayed, how the brand image is formed, and how the audience interprets the content. This study uses a qualitative approach. Data collection was carried out through interviews and observations on @giggleweddingorganizer_'s Instagram account. The results show that consistent management of visual content, including wedding documentation, uniformity of visual style, and the use of supporting narratives, plays a role in shaping the brand image of Giggle's Wedding Organizer as a professional and trusted service provider. In addition, audiences actively interpret content based on visual experience and preferences, so that meaning helps strengthen the brand's image. This study concludes that the formation of brand image through Instagram is the result of the interaction between the visual representation strategy carried out by the brand and the audience interpretation process of the content presented.
Copyright (c) 2026 Elga Elgia Eprin, Siti Khumayah, Aghnia Dian Lestari (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Institutionalising Islamic Pedagogical Ethos through Professional Learning Communities: A Case Study at SDIT Ibadurrahman Srengat Blitar
This study analyses how teachers’ Islamic pedagogical ethos is institutionalised and how it contributes to the development of students’ adab in an Islamic primary school. It addresses the persistent gap between the normative ideals of Islamic education and their practical implementation. Unlike prior studies that view pedagogical ethos as an individual attribute, this research conceptualises it as a collective, institutional construct embedded within school culture. A qualitative case study was conducted at SDIT Ibadurrahman Srengat, Blitar. Data were collected through in-depth semi-structured interviews with the principal, teachers, and students. The data were analysed using interpretative thematic analysis, with triangulation employed to enhance credibility and validity. The study reveals a structured, multi-layered model of Islamic pedagogical ethos aligned with the Professional Learning Community (PLC) framework. This model operates across institutional, pedagogical, and daily praxis levels, showing that Islamic pedagogical ethos is systematically developed through cycles of value internalisation, collaborative engagement, and reflective practice. The process fosters sustained cultivation of students’ adab within the school environment. By integrating PLC principles with Islamic value internalisation, this study provides a novel, operational, and sustainable framework for character education in Islamic schooling. The findings offer practical guidance for educational leaders and teachers seeking to institutionalise Islamic pedagogical values and support the holistic development of students.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sifa’ul Af’idah, Bagus Jamroji (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Effect of Khat Learning and Learning Motivation on Students' Ability to Write the Quran at MTs Nurul Muhajirin Labanan Makarti
This study examines the effect of khat learning and learning motivation on students’ Qur’anic writing ability at MTs Nurul Muhajirin Labanan Makarti. The study used a quantitative approach with a correlational design. A total of 51 students were selected using purposive sampling. The independent variables were khat learning and learning motivation, and the dependent variable was Qur’anic writing ability. Data were collected through a Qur’anic writing test and a learning motivation questionnaire. Multiple linear regression analysis was conducted after confirming that all statistical assumptions were met. The results showed that khat learning and learning motivation had a significant simultaneous and partial effect on students’ Qur’anic writing ability. These findings indicate that structured khat learning, supported by strong learning motivation, effectively improves students’ competence in Qur’anic writing in the Islamic junior high school setting.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sriyanto, Benny Prasetya, Muhammad Alfi Syahrin, Khamam Khosiin (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Effectiveness of Bawaslu’s Supervision in Maintaining the Neutrality of the State Civil Apparatus during Elections in Garut Regency
The neutrality of the State Civil Apparatus (ASN) constitutes an essential principle in ensuring democratic, honest, and fair elections in Indonesia. Nevertheless, violations of ASN neutrality continue to occur during electoral processes, including involvement in practical political activities, misuse of state facilities, and political support expressed through social media platforms. This study aims to analyze the legal effectiveness of the General Election Supervisory Agency’s (Bawaslu) supervision in maintaining ASN neutrality during elections in Garut Regency and to identify the factors influencing the implementation of such supervision. This research employed an empirical juridical qualitative approach. Data were collected through interviews, documentation studies, and literature reviews involving Bawaslu officials, ASN members, and relevant legal documents concerning election supervision and ASN neutrality. The findings indicate that Bawaslu has carried out preventive supervision through socialization programs, direct monitoring, institutional coordination, and handling of alleged neutrality violations. However, the effectiveness of supervision has not yet been fully optimal due to several obstacles, including limited supervisory authority, inadequate human resources, broad supervisory areas, low legal awareness among ASN, and persistent sociopolitical pressures within local bureaucratic structures. The study concludes that the effectiveness of Bawaslu’s supervision is influenced not only by the legal framework but also by institutional capacity, legal culture, and societal compliance with neutrality principles. Strengthening institutional coordination, supervisory authority, and legal awareness is therefore necessary to support democratic elections characterized by fairness, integrity, and bureaucratic professionalism.
Copyright (c) 2026 Yusuf Firdaus, Sarip, Urip Giyono (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Implications of Multiple Interpretations of the Regional Head Term of Office on Legal Certainty in the 2024 Regional Elections
The implementation of the 2024 Regional Head Elections in Indonesia generated constitutional and legal debates regarding the interpretation of regional head terms of office. Differences in interpreting the calculation of tenure between statutory provisions, Constitutional Court decisions, and technical electoral regulations created legal uncertainty concerning the eligibility and constitutional status of regional heads participating in the 2024 Regional Elections. This study aims to analyze the implications of multiple interpretations of regional head terms of office on legal certainty within Indonesia’s electoral system and to examine the legal harmonization required to prevent similar constitutional ambiguity in future elections. This research employed a normative legal research method using statutory, conceptual, and case approaches. Primary legal materials consisted of statutory regulations, Constitutional Court decisions, and electoral regulations, while secondary legal materials included legal doctrines, books, and scientific journal articles related to constitutional law, elections, and legal certainty. The findings indicate that inconsistencies between Law Number 23 of 2014 concerning Regional Government and Law Number 10 of 2016 concerning Regional Elections, combined with differing constitutional interpretations, have created multiple interpretations regarding regional head tenure. This condition has affected democratic legitimacy, equal political rights, and legal certainty in the implementation of the 2024 Regional Elections. The study further finds that the absence of harmonized electoral regulations and clear transitional provisions contributes significantly to constitutional ambiguity within Indonesia’s electoral governance. Therefore, legal harmonization, synchronization of electoral regulations, clearer legislative drafting, and stronger institutional coordination among electoral institutions are necessary to ensure constitutional certainty and democratic legitimacy in future regional elections.
Copyright (c) 2026 Imam Sanusi, Sarip, Elya Kusuma Dewi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
From Communicative Action to Linguistic Capital: Arabic 'āmiyyah as an Economic Communication Strategy in Multicultural Competition in Pasuruan
In Indonesia's local economy, language plays a crucial role not only as a medium of communication but also as a strategic resource for fostering trust, building social networks, and creating economic opportunities. While existing research on Arabic in Indonesia predominantly examines its role in religious, educational, and diplomatic settings, its use in daily commercial interactions, particularly in local markets, has remained underexplored. This study addresses this gap by investigating the role of Arabic ‘āmiyyah as both a form of communicative action and a type of linguistic capital in the multicultural marketplace of Pasuruan. Using a qualitative sociolinguistic ethnographic approach, the research was conducted in the Kauman and Jalan Jawa areas of Pasuruan City. Participants included Arab Jamaah traders, customers from Arab, Javanese, and Chinese backgrounds, as well as key informants. Data were gathered through participant observation, in-depth interviews, and recordings of market interactions, and analyzed using discourse and thematic analysis. The findings reveal that Arabic ‘āmiyyah, particularly through code-switching and lexical choices, serves as a key tool for building trust, enhancing customer loyalty, and generating economic value. This highlights the significance of language as a vital microeconomic resource in a multicultural economic context, thereby contributing to the broader understanding of linguistic capital in economic communication.
Copyright (c) 2026 Dewi Masita, Wilda Rihlasyitha (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Shaking and Hand-Kissing Culture for Internalizing Respect Toward Teachers in Islamic Boarding Schools
This study examines the internalization of respect for teachers through the culture of shaking and hand-kissing within an Islamic Religious Education perspective at Darul Muslimin Muhammadiyah Islamic Boarding School. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were gathered from kiai, teachers, and students through interviews, observation, and documentation. The findings reveal that this cultural practice is not merely a tradition, but an effective medium for embedding values of respect, rooted in both religious teachings and educational norms. It significantly contributes to the development of students’ character, fostering humility, politeness, discipline, and stronger learning motivation. The internalization process is reinforced through exemplary behavior, habitual practice, and continuous social interaction within the boarding school environment. This study highlights that the culture of shaking and hand-kissing functions as a powerful hidden curriculum, playing a strategic role in strengthening Islamic character education in a holistic and sustainable manner.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ari Susanto, Bagus Jamroji (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Implementation of the RBQ Plus Program in Improving Qur'anic Literacy of Bogem Village Residents, Gurah, Kediri
Qur’anic literacy constitutes a fundamental component of Islamic education, playing a crucial role in shaping religious understanding and moral character. However, Qur’anic literacy among rural communities remains suboptimal, necessitating the development of sustainable, community-based non-formal Islamic education models. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the RBQ Plus Program (Rumah Belajar Qur’an Plus) in enhancing Qur’anic literacy among residents of Bogem Village, Gurah District, Kediri Regency, and to identify supporting and inhibiting factors as well as its impact on the internalization of Qur’anic values. This research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive phenomenological design. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation involving program managers, Qur’an instructors, parents, and learners. Data analysis followed the Miles and Huberman interactive model, with triangulation applied to ensure data credibility. The findings reveal that the RBQ Plus Program is implemented systematically through Qur’anic reading instruction, habitual recitation (tilawah), reinforcement of verse comprehension, and the integration of Islamic educational values into daily life. Supporting factors include learners’ motivation, educator competence, and strong family and community support, while limited facilities and heterogeneous participant backgrounds emerge as inhibiting factors. The program contributes significantly to improving tajwid-based reading skills, enhancing basic Qur’anic understanding, and strengthening religious character among community members.
Copyright (c) 2026 Guntur Febri Tinanto, Bagus Jamroji (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Concept of Islamic Education and Communicative Rationality in the Thought of Ismail Raji Al-Faruqi and Jürgen Habermas
This study aims to analyze the crisis of public communication in Indonesia’s digital era, which is characterized by polarization, disinformation, and degrading identity labeling, while also tracing the pedagogical and ethical roots of this phenomenon. The study positions itself at the intersection of digital communication studies and Islamic education by proposing an integrative approach based on the thought of Ismail Raji Al-Faruqi and Jürgen Habermas. Using a qualitative approach through a literature study method, this research examines the concept of tawhid as an ethical-transcendental foundation and communicative rationality as a mechanism for rational dialogue in the public sphere. The analysis results in a conceptual synthesis in the form of a dialogical-tawhidi model of Islamic education that integrates the values of tawhid with procedures of rational discourse. This model is oriented toward developing learners who possess ethical awareness, critical thinking skills, and dialogical competence in responding to the dynamics of the digital public sphere. Normatively, this model may serve as a theoretical framework for the reform of Islamic education in strengthening a more inclusive and dignified culture of public communication in the digital era.
Copyright (c) 2026 Athar Abdullatif Husain, Khoiriyah, Muhammad Alfi Syahrin (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
KH. Hasyim Asy'ari and John Dewey: Traditionalism and Progresivism In Education
This study aims to analyze and compare the educational thought of KH. Hasyim Asy’ari and John Dewey, focusing on the tension and dialogue between traditionalism and progressivism in education. The primary problem under study concerns how two influential figures from different socio-cultural and intellectual backgrounds conceptualize the aims, methods, and values of education, and how their ideas remain relevant in contemporary discourse. Existing scholarship often positions KH. Hasyim Asy’ari as a representative of Islamic traditionalism and John Dewey as a pioneer of educational progressivism; however, few studies critically juxtapose their frameworks to identify convergences and potential synthesis. This research employs a qualitative library method with a comparative-philosophical approach, analyzing primary texts and relevant secondary sources to reconstruct their educational paradigms. The findings reveal that while KH. Hasyim Asy’ari emphasizes moral-spiritual formation rooted in tradition and religious authority, and John Dewey prioritizes experiential learning and democratic values, both share a commitment to character development and social responsibility. The study contributes a novel integrative perspective that bridges traditional Islamic pedagogy and modern progressive education within contemporary educational theory.
Copyright (c) 2026 Neneng Nurhayati, Benny Prasetya , Heri Rifhan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Maudhui Qualitative Framework: A New Concept for Spiritual Value-Based Social Research
This article proposes the Maudhui Qualitative Framework as a new concept that integrates the thematic interpretation (maudhui) approach with qualitative methodology in interpreting social reality. This framework is built on the assumption that knowledge is not solely the result of empirical observation, but also the result of a dialogue between normative texts, social experiences, and spiritual horizons. With an analytical structure consisting of theme identification, qualitative data collection, hermeneutic-thematic analysis, and the formulation of transformative values, this framework presents a coherent, flexible, and transdisciplinary methodological alternative. The article's main findings confirm that the Maudhui Qualitative Framework can enrich social research with ethical and transcendental dimensions that have been neglected by the dominant paradigm. Its implications are not only significant for the development of values-based social science but also provide practical direction for more just, inclusive, and humane social change. Thus, the Maudhui Qualitative Framework can be positioned as a new paradigm that positions social research not only as an academic process, but also as a path to civilizational transformation.
Copyright (c) 2025 Abid Nurhuda (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Skill Project Module as a Means of Building Morals and Leadership Spirit of Students at Daarul Mutqin Islamic Boarding School, Bogor, West Java
This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Skill Project Module as a medium for fostering moral character and leadership spirit among students (santri) at Daarul Mutqin Islamic Boarding School, Bogor, West Java. This research is motivated by the need for integrative character education that combines religious values with practical skills and leadership development. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation involving pesantren leaders, teachers, and students. The findings show that the Skill Project Module effectively supports the formation of moral values such as honesty, responsibility, discipline, cooperation, and independence through structured project-based activities that encourage active participation, teamwork, and problem-solving. In addition, the module strengthens students’ leadership qualities by providing opportunities to manage tasks, make decisions, and reflect on their actions under mentor guidance. This study highlights the importance of project-based skill programs as a strategic instrument for sustainable character and leadership development in Islamic boarding schools.
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhamad As'ad Humam, Siti Mahmudah Noorhayati (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Transformation of the Role of Musyrif as Murobbi in Developing Moral Integrity and Discipline of Students at Al-Kaaffah Islamic Boarding School Kuningan
This study aims to analyze the transformation of the role of the musyrif as a murobbi (leader) in developing the moral integrity and discipline of students at the Al-Kaaffah Islamic Boarding School in Kuningan. The urgency of this research lies in the increasing challenges of developing student character amidst modernization, necessitating a more transformative and relevant development approach. The study used qualitative methods with a descriptive design to explore the direct experiences of musyrifs, students, and pesantren leaders. Data were obtained through participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation analysis. The results indicate that the transformation of the musyrif's role is realized through strengthening role models, intensive spiritual guidance, personal communication, and consistent enforcement of discipline. This role significantly influences the internalization of integrity values ​​such as honesty, responsibility, and obedience, while simultaneously enhancing discipline in learning activities and dormitory life. These findings provide a theoretical contribution to the study of pesantren character education, particularly regarding relationship-based and role-model-based development models. This study also emphasizes the importance of improving the capacity of musyrifs so that character development in pesantren can be more effective, adaptive, and sustainable.
Copyright (c) 2026 Fauzi Nurjaman, M. Jadid Khadavi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Implementation of the Talaqqi Method in Quran Memorization Learning and Its Relevance to Spiritual Intelligence at the As-Sunnah Islamic Boarding School in West Nusa Tenggara
This research is motivated by the importance of implementing the talaqqi method as a traditional yet relevant approach in learning to memorize the Qur'an in Islamic boarding schools, especially in the context of the increasing need for education that emphasizes not only cognitive aspects but also spiritual strengthening. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the talaqqi method in the process of memorizing the Qur'an and examine its relevance to the formation of spiritual intelligence of students at the Assunnah NTB Islamic Boarding School. The research method used is a qualitative study with a descriptive approach, data collection methods through observation techniques, in-depth interviews, and documentation to obtain comprehensive data related to the implementation of talaqqi. The results of the study show that the talaqqi method is implemented through the stages of talqin, tashih, kitabah, and tasmi' hafalan which are carried out systematically and intensively, so that it can improve the accuracy of memorization, discipline, and the quality of the students' relationship with the Qur'an. The findings also revealed that the ongoing direct interaction between the ustadz and the students during the talaqqi process significantly contributes to strengthening spiritual intelligence, as reflected in increased religious awareness, deepened appreciation of worship, and internalization of moral values. This research confirms that the talaqqi method is not only effective from a pedagogical perspective but also has important implications for shaping the students' spiritual character.
Copyright (c) 2026 Eka Sastra Wijaya , M. Jadid Khadavi , Benny Prasetiya (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Fiqh al-Bī’ah and Sustainable Waste Governance: A Synthesis between Islamic Ethics and Sustainable Waste Management
Rapid economic growth and urbanization have increased global waste production, underscoring the need for sustainable waste governance. In Indonesia, Law No. 18 of 2008 on Waste Management mandates the principles of responsibility, sustainability, and justice in waste management; however, its implementation continues to face challenges, including low public awareness and a weak recycling system. On the other hand, fiqh al-bī’ah (Islamic environmental jurisprudence) offers an ethical framework that emphasizes cosmic balance, avoidance of wastefulness, and the human mandate as khalifah (steward) on Earth. This article examines the synthesis of the principles of fiqh al-bī’ah with the framework of sustainable waste governance to develop a waste management model aligned with Islamic ethics. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach, including a literature review, analysis of regulatory documents, and field studies in Banyumas Regency, which serves as the case study. The findings show that the principles of fiqh al-bī’ah, such as the protection of life and soul, the balance of production and consumption, and the maintenance of ecosystem balance, align with the hierarchy of sustainable waste management, which includes avoidance, reduction, reuse, recycling, and final disposal. Furthermore, Islamic values regarding cleanliness and the avoidance of wastefulness provide moral legitimacy for waste management policies. This article also presents a table integrating fiqh al-bī’ah values with waste management actions and proposes a conceptual model that can be adapted by local governments, communities, and educational institutions. The implementation of this model is expected to strengthen ecological awareness among Muslims and improve the effectiveness of Indonesia's waste management policies
Copyright (c) 2026 Sugeng Riyadi, Syufaat, Suratman (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Concept of Religious Character Education from the Perspectives of Buya Hamka and KH Ahmad Dahlan and Its Implications for Early Childhood Education in the Digital Era
This study aims to analyze the conceptual framework of Buya Hamka’s and KH. Ahmad Dahlan’s thoughts on religious character education for early childhood in the digital era. Using a qualitative library research approach with hermeneutic analysis, this research examines the primary works of both scholars and contemporary academic literature. The findings reveal that Hamka’s thought emphasizes the spiritual dimension centered on tazkiyatun nafs (purification of the soul), faith awareness, and the cultivation of inner morality as a moral safeguard amid digital disruption. Meanwhile, Dahlan’s thought focuses on Qur’anic social praxis through the values of amar ma’ruf nahi munkar, rationality, and social responsibility in the ethical use of technology. The synthesis of both perspectives results in a religious character education model built upon three dimensions: spiritual, socio-rational, and digital adaptability. This model underscores the integration of faith, social ethics, and Islamic digital literacy as the foundation for early childhood education relevant to the moral challenges of the digital age. The study contributes to the development of an integrative Islamic education theory and provides implications for designing PAUD curricula based on adaptive religious values.
Copyright (c) 2026 M. Masyhuri, Benny Prasetiya, Muhammad Alfi Syahrin (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Artificial Intelligence Applications in Cybersecurity: Threat Detection, Challenges, Framework and Future Directions
The rapid increase in cyber threats has prompted organizations to explore advanced solutions, with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as a critical tool in cybersecurity. AI applications, including machine learning, deep learning, and hybrid models, provide enhanced threat detection, mitigation, and predictive capabilities. This study aims to systematically review the role of AI in cybersecurity, identify challenges and limitations, and propose emerging strategies for improving organizational resilience. A systematic literature review (SLR) methodology was employed, sourcing peer-reviewed articles, conference proceedings, and reputable journals from databases such as IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect, Springer, MDPI, and Wiley. Boolean operators and keywords such as “AI,” “cybersecurity,” “threat detection,” “machine learning,” and “blockchain” were used, with inclusion criteria focused on studies addressing AI applications in threat detection and mitigation from 2019 to 2025. Data were extracted and synthesized using thematic analysis, categorizing findings into AI applications, challenges, and future directions. The results indicate that AI significantly enhances threat detection accuracy and operational efficiency, particularly through hybrid AI models, predictive threat intelligence, and blockchain integration. Key challenges include adversarial attacks, model explainability, data quality, and regulatory compliance. In conclusion, AI holds substantial potential to transform cybersecurity, provided technical, operational, and regulatory limitations are addressed. The study proposes a comprehensive AI-driven cybersecurity framework to guide organizations in developing robust, adaptive, and trustworthy security systems.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mohammad Nawab Turan, Barialay Raufi, Allah Mohammad Razdar (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Intellectual Structure of Learning Analytics Research: A Bibliometric and Science Mapping Analysis
This study explores the intellectual structure of learning analytics (LA) research through a bibliometric and science mapping analysis. Over the past decade, LA has gained significant importance due to its role in analyzing learning behaviors through big data, artificial intelligence, and online learning systems, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Using data from Scopus and Web of Science, this study examines trends in publication volume, research themes, international collaborations, and influential authors and institutions within the field from 2020 to 2025. The results reveal key research domains such as educational data mining, MOOCs, self-regulated learning, and AI-integrated adaptive learning systems. Additionally, the analysis uncovers evolving research trends, particularly a shift from MOOCs to learning management systems and AI applications in post-pandemic education. By applying co-citation and co-word analysis, the study identifies emerging themes and their relationships, offering a comprehensive visualization of the field’s intellectual network. The findings also highlight the need for future research on AI-driven learning analytics and ethical considerations. This study contributes to a better understanding of LA's conceptual evolution and offers insights to policymakers, educational institutions, and researchers, helping guide future directions for digital education and data-driven educational policies. The results align with global objectives such as Sustainable Development Goal 4 (quality education for all), promoting the integration of learning analytics to enhance educational quality and inclusivity worldwide.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sumiyati, Benny Prasetiya, Febry Suprapto, Khoiriyah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Trends in ChatGPT and Generative Artificial Intelligence in Education Research: A Scopus Based Analysis
The emergence of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) technologies such as ChatGPT has transformed the landscape of education research, reshaping how knowledge is created, accessed, and disseminated. This study aims to analyze global research trends on ChatGPT and GenAI in education through a bibliometric analysis of Scopus-indexed publications from 2023 to 2025. Using a quantitative bibliometric approach with data visualization tools such as VOSviewer and Bibliometrix (R package), this research examines publication growth, scientific collaboration, influential authors and journals, and keyword co-occurrence networks. The PRISMA 2020 protocol was applied to ensure systematic and transparent data selection. The results show an exponential increase in research output on GenAI in education, with the United States, China, and Australia leading contributions. Thematic mapping reveals three dominant clusters: (1) ChatGPT and generative AI applications in higher education; (2) human-centered and ethical AI in learning; and (3) large language models (LLMs) in educational innovation. This study identifies ChatGPT as both a learning tool and an epistemic partner that enhances personalization, creativity, and efficiency in teaching and research. The novelty of this research lies in its development of the “Generative Education Ecosystem (GEE)” framework, integrating socio-technical systems and constructivist theories to explain human-AI collaboration in learning. The findings contribute empirically and theoretically to understanding the global trajectory of GenAI in education and provide strategic insights for policymakers and educators to foster adaptive, ethical, and sustainable AI-based learning systems.
Copyright (c) 2026 Miftahul Jannah, Benny Prasetiya, Febry Suprapto, Khoiriyah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Integration of Science and Religion in Islamic Education: A Bibliometric and Network Visualization Study
This study comprehensively examines the global dynamics of research on the integration of science and religion within the framework of Islamic education through a bibliometric and network visualization approach using data from Scopus and the Web of Science (WoS). Utilizing VOSviewer software, the study systematically maps the scientific landscape encompassing publication trends, intellectual structures, and thematic interconnections among key concepts that shape the discourse on Islam–science–education. The analysis reveals a significant increase in scholarly output over the past two decades, with a sharp surge after 2010 and a peak in publication activity between 2019 and 2021. Indonesia ranks as the leading contributor, followed by the United States, Iran, Turkey, and Malaysia, reflecting a geographical shift in the center of Islamic educational research toward Asia and the Middle East. The dominance of the social sciences (36.7%) and humanities (28.5%) indicates an epistemological transformation from a normative theological paradigm toward an interdisciplinary framework that integrates scientific rationality with spiritual values. Four major thematic clusters religion–Islam–education, human–article–humans, cultural anthropology–history, and higher education engineering education represent interconnected domains that converge toward strengthening the Tawhidic Epistemology and Integrative Knowledge Theory, emphasizing the holistic unity between knowledge, spirituality, and humanity. The principal novelty of this study lies in the conceptualization of the Humanized Islamic Knowledge System (HIKS), an epistemological synthesis uniting faith, reason, and scientific inquiry within an ethical and humanistic framework. This paradigm introduces two key constructs Techno-Ethical Islamic Education and Scientific-Spiritual Synthesis positioning Islamic education as the moral compass of the 21st century, guiding the advancement of science and technology toward an ethical, inclusive, and spiritually transformative civilization.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mohammad Nahrawi, Benny Prasetiya, Febry Suprapto, Khoiriyah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Evolution of Higher Education Research in Developing Countries: A Scopus-Based Bibliometric Study
In the past two decades, higher education research in developing countries has experienced significant growth, driven by globalization, digitalization, and educational transformation. However, the scientific contribution of developing countries remains relatively low compared to developed nations. This study aims to analyze the evolution, trends, and collaboration patterns of higher education research in developing countries using a Scopus-based bibliometric approach. Following the PRISMA 2020 protocol, data were collected from 2000–2025 and analyzed using VOSviewer and Bibliometrix to identify publication trends, thematic structures, and author networks. The results reveal a substantial increase in publication productivity after 2015, reflecting stronger international collaboration and growing interest in issues such as institutional change, digital transformation, and socio-economic development. Social sciences and health-related disciplines dominate, while emerging research areas such as digitalization, knowledge management, and sustainability are gaining attention. The novelty of this research lies in the development of a socio-technical–institutional model that integrates technological innovation, organizational transformation, and human capital development as key drivers of sustainable academic progress. This study contributes theoretically by mapping the evolution of research themes and empirically by offering insights into the collaboration networks that shape global higher education research. Practically, it provides policymakers and institutions with a data-driven understanding to strengthen research capacity, promote equity, and enhance the visibility of developing countries in the global academic ecosystem.
Copyright (c) 2026 Musleh, Benny Prasetiya, Febry Suprapto, Khoiriyah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Evolution Of Islamic Pedagogy Studies: A Scientometric And Co-Citation Analysis
In the last decade, Islamic pedagogy has experienced significant growth as an academic field integrating spiritual, ethical, and digital dimensions. This study aims to examine the evolution, structure, and research front of Islamic pedagogy studies through a scientometric and co-citation analysis using Scopus-indexed data from 2012–2025. Employing the PRISMA 2020 protocol, data were systematically collected and analyzed with Bibliometrix (R) and VOSviewer to map publication trends, author collaboration networks, and thematic structures. The findings reveal an accelerating trend of publications after 2020, with Malaysia, Iran, and the United States as leading contributors. Thematic mapping identifies four major research clusters Islam evolution science, theology education, digital religion, and interfaith epistemology representing a paradigm shift toward integrative and transdisciplinary Islamic knowledge. The study highlights the growing role of digitalization, social constructionism, and ethical frameworks in shaping modern Islamic education. Novelty emerges in redefining the Islamization of knowledge through data-driven and empirical approaches that merge classical epistemology with contemporary science and technology. This research contributes methodologically by applying scientometric tools to Islamic studies, and conceptually by proposing a new transdisciplinary Islamic epistemology that bridges theology, ethics, and digital learning. The study serves as a foundation for evidence-based policy and future directions in global Islamic education research.
Copyright (c) 2026 Hera Hapsari Kusuma , Benny Prasetiya , Febry Suprapto, khoiriyah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0