Creativity And Innovation In Developing Human Resource Management In Islamic Schools

Electronic Journal of Education, Social Economics and Technology Vol. 6, No. 2, (2025), pp. 1~6, Article ID: 1111 ISSN 2723-6250 (online) DOI: https://doi.org/10.33122/ejeset.v6i2.1111 Research Article Creativity And Innovation In Developing Human Resource Management In Islamic Schools Lalu Suryandi* Institut Agama Islam Qomarul Huda Bagu, Indonesia *Corresponding Author: | Phone: +62818364846 ABSTRACT The objectives of this study are, among others: 1) to analyze strategies and steps of creativity and innovation in developing human resource management in Islamic schools; 2) to analyze the forms of creativity and innovation in developing human resource management in Islamic schools. This research uses a qualitative approach with a library research method. The data sources refer to primary sources from the research title, while secondary sources come from journals or previous studies. Data collection techniques use library research, and data analysis techniques use content analysis, consisting of stages of data analysis and data interpretation. The results of the study show, among others: 1) The strategies and steps include: a) teacher and staff competency development, b) utilization of technology, c) innovative curriculum and learning methods, d) collaboration and partnerships, e) school culture, f) evaluation and feedback, and g) mentoring. 2) The forms of creativity and innovation in developing human resource management in Islamic schools include: a) development of Islamic training programs, b) application of technology in HR management, c) development of reward and incentive programs, d) fostering an inclusive work culture, and e) development of employee welfare programs. The implication of this research is that Islamic educational institutions should continuously develop human resources through various forms of creativity and innovation. This study also serves as a reference or previous research for future studies. Keywords: Creativity and Innovation; Human Resource Management; Islamic Schools 1. INTRODUCTION Education is one of the main pillars in the development of a nation. As a continuous process, education not only functions to transfer knowledge and skills, but also to shape character, morals, and personality. Through education, individuals are expected to be able to think critically, creatively, and innovatively in facing various challenges in real life. Tan Malaka once mentioned that education has three main goals: to broaden horizons, refine feelings, and sharpen willpower. These three goals expressed by Tan Malaka align with the current aims of education, which are not only to shape intellectual intelligence, but also to form emotional and spiritual intelligence, making education an essential factor in the advancement of humanity (Halim, A. S. A. (2024). However, despite its very important role, education systems in various parts of the world, including Indonesia, still face a number of complex problems. First, the issue of access and quality gaps. In many countries, including Indonesia, there are significant disparities between education in urban and rural areas. Schools in remote regions often lack adequate facilities such as proper classrooms, access to technology, and up-to-date textbooks. In addition, teaching quality is also a critical issue. Many teachers have not received sufficient training to cope with the ever-evolving curriculum and increasingly diverse student needs (Coulson, J. V. (2024). Second, the relevance of the curriculum to the needs of the workforce and technological development. An outdated curriculum can result in graduates being unprepared to enter a dynamic, technology-driven workforce. Furthermore, conventional and less interactive teaching methods often make students unmotivated to learn, which in turn affects participation rates and academic achievement (Philiyanti, F., Prasetio, V. M., & Sari, L. P. (2021). Third, management and bureaucratic problems in the education system also contribute to low efficiency and effectiveness in educational implementation. A bureaucratic and inflexible system often hinders innovation and creativity in the teaching and learning process. Therefore, comprehensive and sustainable efforts are needed to address these issues. Creativity and innovation in human resource management are among the efforts that can be Page 1 of 6 Suryandi Electronic Journal of Education, Social Economic and Technology, Vol. 6, No. 2, (2025), pp.1~6, Article ID: 1111 carried out, since it cannot be denied that the biggest challenges come from teachers and education staff in managing the learning system within educational institutions (Dwiyanto, A. (2021). Creativity and innovation in human resource management are crucial efforts to ensure quality education today. Effective and high-quality education requires optimal human resource (HR) management, particularly in the context of Islamic schools which face specific challenges and needs. Problems in education such as access disparities, teaching quality, curriculum relevance, and bureaucracy can be addressed through the application of creativity and innovation in HR development (Sakban, S., Nurmal, I., & Ridwan, R. B. (2019). Creativity and innovation enable schools to develop more adaptive and effective strategies in improving education quality. Creativity and innovation in human resource management development are essential to creating an adaptive, effective, and sustainable educational environment. By implementing innovative strategies, Islamic schools can be more responsive to existing challenges and capable of providing high-quality, relevant, and inclusive education. These efforts will produce graduates who are not only knowledgeable but also have strong character and are prepared to face various challenges in the future (Afkari, S. G., Subekti, H. I., Suaduon, J., Parida, P., Aziwantoro, J., Maisah, M., & Jamrizal, J. 2022). To realize creativity and innovation, several achievement indicators are required, which will enhance human resource management and, in turn, impact educational institutions sustainably. These indicators include: 1) recruitment and selection strategies, 2) professional development and training, 3) use of technology, 4) organizational culture, 5) external collaboration, and 6) innovation in management and administration. These six indicators serve as benchmarks for achieving creativity and innovation in developing human resource management in Islamic educational institutions. Islamic educational institutions are institutions that provide education by emphasizing the teaching of general knowledge alongside Islamic values and teachings. These institutions play an important role in shaping students’ character and morals based on Islamic principles. Islamic education encompasses various levels, from primary, secondary, to higher education, with the main goal of producing individuals who are not only intellectually intelligent but also noble in (...truncated)