Madrasah Principal Digital Leadership Innovation in Digital Learning Transformation

Abstract

Purpose: The perpuse of this research is to know and describe in depth, detail, and is oriented towards developing a theory based on findings about the digital transformation process in schools.   Theoretical framework: The impact of changing lifestyles in the era of digital technology is a more systematic, effective, and efficient performance. Madrasah principals play a major role in digital transformation in Madrasa   Method/design/approach: The method in this study is to use a qualitative approach with one subject from the principal of the Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Muslimat Nahdhatul Ulama, Sidoarjo. Data collection techniques in this study include interviews, participant observation, and documentation.   Results and conclusion: The results of the study show that the digital skills of madrasa principals have an impact on the digital transformation process in madrasas. Madrasah digital transformation appears explicitly in the achievement indicators of the vision and the formation of a digital team under the coordination of the Sarpras team. it is also a guideline for carrying out digital transformation with various changes, including; creating madrasa settings, effective and efficient digital technology management, inspiring work climate, organizational culture, digital madrasa environment.   Implications of the research: This research contributes to the application of digital transformation in schools so that technology management is more effective.   Originality/value: The results obtained in this study are innovative and relevant for school principals, in the context of managing digital transformation in schools.