Realizing Quality Education: The Role of Foundations in The Integration of The Cambridge Curriculum, Independent Curriculum, and Aswaja Teachings at MI Muslimat NU Pucang Sidoarjo
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https://doi.org/10.56707/ijoerar.v3i3.110Keywords:
quality education, curriculum integration, role of the foundation, curriculum managementAbstract
Objective: Quality education is the main goal in the management of educational institutions, including madrasah. This study aims to analyze the foundation's role in integrating the Cambridge Curriculum, Merdeka Curriculum, and Aswaja teachings at MI Muslimat NU Pucang Sidoarjo to improve the quality of education. This research uses descriptive qualitative. Method: with data collection techniques through interviews, observations, and documentation studies. Results: The results showed that the foundation has a strategic role in curriculum development through an integrative-adaptive approach that adapts to national and international standards, while still emphasizing Aswaja-based Islamic values. In addition, the foundation also plays a role in human resource management by screening and improving the competence of teaching staff through various trainings. The foundation's support in providing infrastructure, scholarships, and curriculum management also strengthens the implementation of curriculum integration in madrasah. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in the curriculum integration model that not only accommodates international and national academic standards, but also strengthens Ahlussunnah Wal Jama'ah-based Islamic characters in learning. Thus, this research contributes to the development of foundation-based education policies in realizing quality education and global competitiveness.
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