Focus & Scope

Focus

Jurnal Ilmiah Guru Madrasah (JIGM) publishes original research articles, classroom-based studies, and literature reviews from all subject areas taught in educational institutions. The journal serves as an open platform for teachers, lecturers, practitioners, and researchers from all types of educational settings—including madrasahs, general schools, pesantren, and non-formal institutions—to share best practices, pedagogical innovations, subject-specific knowledge, and interdisciplinary educational research. We welcome contributions that advance teaching and learning in any educational context, covering a broad spectrum of disciplines and methodologies.

Scope

JIGM welcomes manuscripts on, but not limited to, the following topics and subject areas:

  • Religious & Islamic Studies: Research and innovation in religious education, integration of values, and character development across subjects.

  • Humanities & Social Sciences: Studies in history, sociology, civics, arts, geography, economics, and other related fields.

  • Mathematics & Sciences: Pedagogical strategies, curriculum development, classroom-based research, and innovations in science and mathematics education.

  • Language, Linguistics, Communication & Media: Innovations in teaching and learning languages (Indonesian, Arabic, English, local languages), linguistics, media literacy, and communication in education.

  • Educational Technology & Digital Learning: Utilization and impact of technology, online learning, digital resources, and media in the learning process.

  • Classroom Action Research: Practical research and innovation conducted by teachers, lecturers, or education practitioners in any discipline or setting to improve classroom or institutional outcomes.

  • Curriculum & Assessment: Design, development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and assessment methods for all levels and types of educational institutions.

  • School/Educational Management & Policy: Studies on educational leadership, administration, policy, financing, and institutional development.

  • Learning Environment & Community Engagement: Research on school climate, educational culture, parental and community involvement, and their impact on educational success.

  • Other Educational Topics: Any research or reflective article relevant to the improvement and advancement of education and teaching practices, including interdisciplinary and emerging issues.

The Editorial Board invites submissions that employ sound scholarly methods, are impactful, and are relevant to educators, researchers, and practitioners at local, national, and international levels. Each manuscript should present a clear research problem or focus, a comprehensive literature review, and meaningful implications for the broader field of education.