Implementation of Technology in Islamic Education Management Challenges and Opportunities

Wiwit Yuliasni; Fajar Mahfudin; Syafrina

Authors

Wiwit Yuliasni Sekolah Dasar Negeri 09 Balai Selasa, Sibarambang, Kabupaten Solok Author
Fajar Mahfudin Indonesian School Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Author
Syafrina Sekolah Dasar Negeri 23 Labuah Panjang, Kabupaten Solok Author

Keywords:

Digital Transformation, Educational Technology, Islamic Education Management

Abstract

Islamic educational institutions in Indonesia face significant challenges in implementing technology within their management systems. These challenges stem from limited infrastructure, inadequate human resource competencies, and organisational cultural resistance to change. This study aims to analyse the specific obstacles faced by Islamic schools, explore the potential opportunities for digital transformation, and provide strategic recommendations for effective implementation. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were gathered through interviews, observations, and document analysis conducted across five selected madrasahs representing different regions and institutional typologies. The findings reveal that digital transformation in these institutions remains largely at the planning stage, with minimal practical application. Current technological usage is concentrated primarily in financial administration processes, such as budgeting and tuition payment systems, while broader areas such as academic management, teaching, and student services remain underdeveloped. Additionally, the lack of training and digital literacy among staff, coupled with a rigid organisational culture that is often sceptical toward innovation, has hindered the advancement of more comprehensive digital practices. This study concludes that successful digital transformation in Islamic educational institutions requires not only technological readiness but also adaptive managerial strategies and cultural shifts within the organisation. An integrated and sustainable approach involving leadership commitment, capacity building, stakeholder involvement, and context-sensitive innovation is essential. The research offers practical insights for policymakers and school administrators aiming to modernise Islamic education management systems while preserving their foundational values

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