Optimalisasi Mutu Pembelajaran Melalui Prinsip Kaizen di MTs Negeri 4 Klaten

Abstract

Educational quality management is one of the fundamental aspects in increasing the competitiveness and quality of educational institutions. This study is motivated by the need to improve the quality of learning in Islamic schools, which should not rely solely on large-scale policies but also on consistent small practices. The purpose of this study is to examine the implementation of Kaizen principles in optimizing learning quality at MTsN 4 Klaten. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach, with data collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that learning quality improvement is carried out through discipline habituation, religious activities, achievement development programs, and technology-based student monitoring such as barcode attendance systems. These findings indicate that continuous improvement principles have been applied gradually and systematically in daily school activities. The study concludes that learning quality can be enhanced through simple but consistent and structured practices. This research contributes to the development of Islamic education management, particularly in applying Kaizen as a practical and sustainable approach to improving learning quality.