Kepemimpinan Visioner dalam Menghadapi Pendidikan Era Digital untuk Meningkatkan Daya Saing Madrasah Aliyah (MA) (Studi Kasus Di MAS Alif Al-Ittifaq)

Abstract

This research aims to discover and describe the visionary leadership style implemented at MAS Alif Al-Ittifaq in the digital era as well as the various efforts undertaken to enhance the competitiveness of the madrasah in response to the challenges posed by change. The study employs a qualitative research method with a descriptive approach, which the data was collected through observations, documentation, and interviews. The data analysis model used in this research follows the Miles and Huberman framework, which includes the stages of data collection, data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The informants in this study consist of the head of the madrasah, teachers, and students of MAS Alif Al-Ittifaq. The result of the study find that the head of the madrasah has successfully implemented visionary leadership by rolling as a direction-setter, agent of change, spokesperson, and coach in guiding the management of the madrasah. This visionary leadership is implemented in various aspects of management, including strategic planning, innovation in technology-based learning processes, and human resource development. In addressing the increasingly complex challenges of the digital era, the head of the madrasah plays a crucial role in ensuring the madrasah’s ability to adapt to changes and effectively leverage digital technology to improve the quality of education. In facing competition, the head of the madrasah has implemented several initiatives aimed at attracting community attention. These include the provision of a boarding school program to accommodate students from distant areas who seek a deeper understanding of religious studies, the habitual activities such as Dhuha prayer and literacy program, and fostering collaboration with various institutions, including the village government, health centers, police departments, and DP2KBP3A. Additionally, a student internship program is offered, providing hands-on experience for students in their final year, alongside specialized skill programs and additional subjects. These efforts are aimed at keeping pace with the times, improving the quality of the madrasah, and meeting societal demands, with the hope that these factors will attract families to enroll their children at MAS Alif Al-Ittifaq, ultimately enhancing the institution’s competitiveness. The efforts undertaken still require time for a comprehensive evaluation of their impact on enhancing the madrasah's competitiveness.