Aim
Jurnal Albahtsu: Penelitian Pendidikan Islam is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to advancing scholarly discourse and empirical research in the field of Islamic education. The journal aims to serve as a premier platform for disseminating high-quality, innovative research that bridges classical Islamic pedagogical traditions with contemporary educational theories and practices. Albahtsu seeks to foster interdisciplinary dialogue among educators, theologians, policymakers, and researchers to address complex challenges in Islamic education across diverse cultural, social, and institutional contexts. The journal is committed to promoting evidence-based educational reform, preserving Islamic intellectual heritage, and contributing to the global development of human civilization through transformative education grounded in Islamic values.
Scope
Jurnal Albahtsu publishes original research articles, theoretical frameworks, systematic reviews, and best practice reports that encompass, but are not limited to, the following thematic areas:
1. Philosophy and Foundation of Islamic Education
- Epistemology of Islamic education (bayani, burhani, 'irfani)
- Integration of revelation (wahyu) and reason ('aql) in educational philosophy
- Comparative studies between Islamic and Western educational philosophies
- Maqashid asy-syari'ah in educational objectives
- Ethics and akhlak development in contemporary learning environments
2. Curriculum and Instructional Design in Islamic Education
- Development of Islamic integrated curriculum (Kurikulum PAI, KTSP, Merdeka Belajar)
- Instructional strategies for Qur'anic and Hadith literacy
- STEM education within Islamic educational frameworks
- Digital curriculum transformation in madrasah and pesantren
- Hidden curriculum and value transmission in Islamic schooling
3. Teaching and Learning Methodologies
- Classical Islamic pedagogical methods (halaqah, sorogan, bandongan, modern pesantren)
- Constructivist and inquiry-based learning in religious education
- Multilingual education (Arabic, English, Indonesian) in Islamic contexts
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners in madrasah
- Assessment and evaluation of religious competence and spiritual development
4. Teacher Education and Professional Development
- Pre-service and in-service training for Islamic educators (Pendidikan Guru Madrasah/PGM)
- Teacher identity formation in Islamic educational settings
- Pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) for religious subjects
- Teacher leadership and spiritual mentoring (murabbi, murshid, muaddib)
- Professional ethics and welfare of Islamic education teachers
5. Educational Leadership and Policy in Islamic Institutions
- Governance and management of madrasah, pesantren, and Islamic higher education
- Policy analysis of Islamic education systems (national and comparative)
- Educational entrepreneurship and financial sustainability of Islamic schools
- Quality assurance and accreditation in Islamic educational institutions
- Community engagement and social responsibility of Islamic education
6. Psychology and Development of Learners in Islamic Education
- Spiritual intelligence (SQ), emotional intelligence (EQ), and religious development
- Moral psychology and character education (akhlakul karimah)
- Cognitive development in memorization-based learning (hafalan, tahfidz)
- Mental health and psychological wellbeing of students in pesantren
- Inclusive education for students with special needs in Islamic settings
7. Sociology and Anthropology of Islamic Education
- Social stratification and access to Islamic education
- Gender studies in Islamic educational institutions
- Pesantren studies and traditional Islamic boarding school systems
- Transnational Islamic education and student mobility
- Religious socialization and identity construction among Muslim youth
8. Media, Technology, and Innovation in Islamic Education
- E-learning, m-learning, and digital transformation in religious education
- Educational technology ethics from Islamic perspectives
- Artificial intelligence and adaptive learning systems for Islamic content
- Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) in Islamic historical education
- Social media and digital literacy among Islamic education communities
9. Interdisciplinary and Contemporary Issues
- Islamic education for sustainable development goals (SDGs)
- Radicalism prevention and peace education through Islamic pedagogy
- Environmental education and eco-theology in Islamic curriculum
- Global citizenship education from Islamic worldview perspectives
- Post-pandemic education recovery and resilience in Islamic institutions
Publication Types
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Original Research Articles: Empirical studies with rigorous methodology (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods)
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Theoretical Articles: Critical analysis and development of educational theories
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Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses: Synthesis of existing research with clear protocols
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Best Practice Reports: Documented innovations in Islamic educational institutions
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Book Reviews: Critical reviews of significant publications in the field
Geographical and Linguistic Coverage
Target Audience
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Faculty and researchers in Islamic education and related disciplines
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School leaders and administrators of madrasah, pesantren, and Islamic schools
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Curriculum developers and educational policymakers
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Graduate students and doctoral candidates in Islamic education
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International organizations and NGOs focused on educational development
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