Analysis of Digital Transformation in Madrasas: A Case Study of the Implementation of the Jelajah Ilmu Platform at MIN 6 Banda Aceh City

Abstract

Digital transformation in education has become the main focus to improve the quality of learning in the technological era. In Indonesia, the Ministry of Religious Affairs, through the Regional Office of the Ministry of Religion of Aceh, has introduced the Jelajah Ilmu application as a digital platform to support learning in madrasas. This application aims to increase the effectiveness of learning by providing interactive content that is relevant to the curriculum. However, although these policies are implemented flexibly, various challenges in the field such as limited infrastructure, teacher training, and access to technology cause gaps in technology adoption in madrasas. This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach to analyze the implementation of the Jelajah Ilmu application in MIN 6 Banda Aceh City. The focus of the research is to explore the experiences of teachers, students, and policymakers in using this platform, as well as to analyze the digitalization policies implemented by the Regional Office of the Ministry of Religion of Aceh. Data was collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation. The results of the study show that despite the challenges in the application of technology, the use of the Jelajah Ilmu application can increase interactivity in learning, enrich teaching materials, and expand students' access to learning resources. This research suggests the need for deeper policies in supporting digital transformation, including increasing teacher training and providing adequate infrastructure, so that digitalization in madrasas can run more effectively and sustainably.

Keywords: Digital Transformation, Jelajah Ilmu Platform