Digital Classroom Management in Geography Education: A Case Study of a Smart Digital Madrasah in Indonesia
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https://doi.org/10.52690/jswse.v7i1.1400Keywords:
Blended Learning, Digital Class Management, Geography Education, Technological Pedagogical Content KnowledgeAbstract
This study aims to analyze the comprehensive framework of digital classroom management in Geography subjects at SMART Digital Madrasah MAN 3 Palembang, focusing on planning, implementation, evaluation, and encountered challenges. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation from key informants, including administrators and teachers, with analysis following thematic stages. The results reveal a systematically planned ecosystem involving infrastructure readiness, a dedicated teacher upskilling program (“BURGO”), and digital administrative tools. Implementation utilizes a Blended Learning model that integrates real and virtual digital classes with platforms like Google Earth and Quizizz. Evaluation is digitally embedded through creative and gamified assessments, alongside a computerized testing system. A critical finding is the gap between ideal planning and practical constraints, primarily limited internet bandwidth for large-scale student access. The study’s novelty lies in its holistic examination of digital management within a madrasah context, proposing an integrated four-pillar model. Practically, it offers a replicable blueprint for similar institutions undergoing digital transformation. Its main contribution is enriching the literature on sustainable digital integration in faith-based educational settings, highlighting both strategic enablers and infrastructural prerequisites.
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