Instructional Leadership Practices and Their Influence on Teacher Innovation and Student Engagement in Digital Learning Environments
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https://doi.org/10.56404/jels.v4i1.56Keywords:
Instructional Leadership, Teacher Innovation, Student Engagement, Digital LearningAbstract
This study investigates the influence of instructional leadership practices on teacher innovation and student engagement in digital learning environments at MAN 1 Tulungagung. The research addresses the need to understand how leadership supports pedagogical transformation in technology-mediated contexts. A qualitative case study design was applied involving school leaders, teachers, and students selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis, then analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings reveal that instructional leadership fosters a supportive environment that strengthens teachers’ capacity to innovate through mentoring, collaboration, and reflective supervision. Teachers integrate digital tools and student-centered approaches that enhance the quality of learning experiences. Student engagement increases when instructional practices incorporate interactive and meaningful activities supported by digital platforms. The study also identifies a dynamic relationship in which leadership drives innovation, innovation enhances engagement, and engagement informs continuous instructional improvement. These findings highlight the importance of adaptive leadership in sustaining effective digital learning environments and ensuring alignment between leadership vision, teaching practices, and student needs.
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