Digital Transformation in Educational Management: Strategies for Innovation and Enhancing School Quality

Hasmirati *

Abstract

The rapid advancement of information and communication technologies has made digital transformation a strategic imperative in educational management. Schools must adapt their management systems to enhance efficiency, transparency, and educational quality in the digital era. This study examines digital transformation strategies in educational management with a focus on innovation and school quality improvement. A qualitative research design was employed, utilizing a literature review approach. Data were collected from national and international journal articles, academic books, and policy documents published within the last ten years and analyzed using thematic content analysis. The findings indicate that digital transformation in schools constitutes a comprehensive organizational change involving leadership, institutional culture, human resource competencies, and data-driven decision-making. The case of MTsN 1 Kota Makassar illustrates that integrating learning management systems, digital administrative services, and data-based management significantly enhances operational efficiency, transparency, and learning flexibility. Nevertheless, challenges such as disparities in digital competencies and infrastructure limitations persist. Overall, the study emphasizes that sustainable digital transformation requires a systemic, multi-level strategy aligned with leadership commitment, continuous professional development, and supportive policy frameworks to effectively improve school quality.

 

Keywords: Digital Transformation; Educational Management; School Quality; Innovation; Learning Management Systems.

 

DOI https://doi.org/10.55463/issn.1674-2974.53.1.7


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