Optimizing Rural Education: Integrating Integrated Quality Management Into The Education System At Pendreh Village Public Elementary School

Shafa Muthiah; Aslamiah; Celia Cinantya

Authors

Shafa Muthiah Master's Program in Educational Administration, Postgraduate School, Lambung Mangkurat University, Banjarmasin, Indonesia
Aslamiah Master's Program in Educational Administration, Postgraduate School, Lambung Mangkurat University, Banjarmasin, Indonesia
Celia Cinantya Master's Program in Educational Administration, Postgraduate School, Lambung Mangkurat University, Banjarmasin, Indonesia

Keywords:

Rural Education, Quality Management, Quality Improvement.

Abstract

Rural education often faces structural and cultural challenges, potentially creating a systemic quality gap. This study examines the implementation of Integrated Quality Management (IQM) at SDN Pendreh, combining the principles of Total Quality Management (TQM), learning organization, and community participation, as an effort to optimize basic education. Using a qualitative case study, findings indicate that IQM enhances quality through strengthening visionary leadership, improving teacher competence via peer coaching and reflection, and involving the community in quality oversight. Although barriers such as resource constraints and cultural resistance emerged , IQM implementation proved effective in increasing student learning outcomes and parent satisfaction. This model suggests a systemic quality framework relevant for other rural schools.

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