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123 gap statements mined from Education Systems and Policies papers in our 7.9M-paper local library, which holds 615 papers on the topic — drawn mostly from each paper's own stated research gap, future-work, challenge and limitation notes, and its abstract. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one.

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  • The research highlights the need for further study on the role of teachers and staff in implementing the madrasah principals' leadership strategies.

    Leadership Strategy of Madrasah Principals in an Effort to Realize an Excellent Madrasah at MAN 1 North Kolaka · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to analyze the implementation of CPD in strengthening teacher professionalism in Madrasah Aliyah Negeri (MAN) throughout West Java. The effectiveness of CPD implementation is still influenced by program planning that is not fully based on teacher needs, limited post-training mentoring, and inconsistent implementation of training results.

    Continuous Professional Development and the Dynamics of Teacher Professionalism · 2026 · DOI

  • The study faces various obstacles, including budget limitations and a lack of formal training. The madrasah's HR management practices may not be generalizable to other institutions.

    Peran Manajemen Sumber Daya Manusia dalam Meningkatkan Kompetisi Guru di Madrasah Aliyah NWDI Wakan · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need for research on HR management practices in madrasahs. The study addresses this gap by examining the HR management practices at Madrasah Aliyah NWDI Wakan.

    Peran Manajemen Sumber Daya Manusia dalam Meningkatkan Kompetisi Guru di Madrasah Aliyah NWDI Wakan · 2026 · DOI

  • The current practice of education is still predominantly teacher-centered, causing students to be less actively involved in the learning process. There is a need to examine the synergy of the Four Centers of Education in creating an active and effective learning ecosystem.

    SINERGI CATUR PUSAT PENDIDIKAN UNTUK MENCIPTAKAN EKOSISTEM PEMBELAJARAN AKTIF DAN EFEKTIF · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited infrastructure, gaps in teachers' digital competencies, student readiness, and the absence of comprehensive institutional policies are inhibiting factors. Cultural resistance to changes in learning systems is an important aspect. Limited internet access, especially in rural areas, is a major obstacle disrupting the smooth running of online learning.

    Needs Analysis for Implementing Distance Education and Digital Transformation in Islamic Boarding School Learning in Garut Regency · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a gap between actual and ideal conditions for distance education implementation. Islamic boarding schools are still in the early stages of adaptation, facing various limitations. The implementation of distance education and digital transformation in Islamic boarding schools requires careful planning based on a comprehensive needs analysis.

    Needs Analysis for Implementing Distance Education and Digital Transformation in Islamic Boarding School Learning in Garut Regency · 2026 · DOI

  • The limitations of this study lie in its limited scope, which focused on three State Islamic Senior High Schools (Madrasah Aliyah Negeri) as the locus of study. Furthermore, this study specifically places selection based on academic and non-academic achievements as the main focus in the context of State Islamic Senior High Schools, which has rarely been studied in depth.

    Optimization of the Selection System in the Management of Admission of Excellent Students Based on Academic and Non-Academic Achievements in State Islamic High School Madrasah · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need for effective parenting programs that address the challenges faced by Muslim parents. There is a gap in research on the evaluation of Islamic-based parenting programs.

    Evaluating An Islamic-Based Parenting Program to Foster Parental Awareness As 'Madrasah Ula' (First School): A CSE-UCLA Model Study at Assakinah Early Childhood Education Center · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited facilities and diverse student backgrounds remain as challenges. The study does not provide a comprehensive analysis of the impact of strategic leadership on student achievement.

    Strategic Management of the Leadership of Principals and Islamic Religious Education Teachers in Creating a Religious Culture to Improve Student Learning Achievement in State Senior High Schools · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to understand the leadership of madrasah principals as agents of change in improving teacher creativity. Prior studies have not fully explored the role of madrasah principals in enhancing teacher creativity.

    Kepemimpinan Kepala Madrasah sebagai Agen Perubahan dalam Meningkatkan Kreativitas Guru · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to reposition the bureaucracy's role to support intellectual freedom and improve learning quality.

    Redesigning Education Data Management Policy: Shifting Focus from Administrative Compliance to Learning Quality · 2026 · DOI

  • Lack of research on affective and aspirational dimensions of student selection in non-Western and faith-based contexts. Limited understanding of how Islamic secondary schools in Indonesia construct and operationalize their admission logics.

    ADMISSION SYSTEMS IN ISLAMIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS: A COMPARATIVE STUDY BASED ON STUDENTS ACHIEVEMENT AND CONSENT · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to understand teachers' experiences with large-scale diagnostic assessments. The study addresses the gap in the literature by exploring teachers' experiences in participating in and following up on large-scale diagnostic assessments.

    Understanding Teachers' Experiences with Large-Scale Diagnostic Assessments in Indonesian Islamic Primary Schools: A Phenomenological Study · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited technological facilities and internet accessibility are challenges to the implementation of video media in PAI learning. Teachers' competence in selecting and developing appropriate learning videos is also a challenge.

    The Potential of Video Media in Enhancing the Effectiveness of Islamic Education Learning in the Digital Era · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research can investigate the impact of video media on students' learning outcomes. Studies can also explore the effectiveness of different types of video media in PAI learning.

    The Potential of Video Media in Enhancing the Effectiveness of Islamic Education Learning in the Digital Era · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to examine the impact of scouting activities on student discipline. The study aims to identify the effects of scouting activities on student discipline.

    Analisis Ekstrakurikuler Kepramukaan terhadap Pembentukan Karakter Disiplin Siswa Kelas 6 di Sekolah Dasar Islam Miftahul Ulum Surabaya · 2026 · DOI

  • Future studies should examine the impact of MIS on student outcomes in Islamic education. Future studies should investigate the role of technological infrastructure in supporting MIS implementation. Future studies should explore the development of MIS in other educational contexts.

    Sistem Informasi Manajemen Pendidikan Islam bagi Staf Administrasi Madrasah · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to examine the concept of MIS in Islamic education. There is a lack of research on the factors that determine the success or failure of MIS implementation in Islamic education.

    Sistem Informasi Manajemen Pendidikan Islam bagi Staf Administrasi Madrasah · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need for studies on the management of educational administration in early childhood education institutions. The current study aims to address this gap by analyzing the management of educational administration at Adzkia Integrated Islamic Kindergarten.

    ANALISIS PENGELOLAAN ADMINISTRASI PENDIDIKAN DI TK ISLAMI TERPADU ADZKIA ISLAMI DALAM MENINGKATKAN EFEKTIVITAS PEMBELAJARAN · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited attention has been given to how female leadership is sustained and transferred across generations within Islamic boarding schools. The assumption that leadership legitimacy within pesantren is inherently masculine has been increasingly challenged.

    Charismatic Female Leadership and Succession in Pesantren A Sociological Feminist Perspective · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited institutional support. Misalignment between CPD content and actual teaching needs. Low stakeholder engagement.

    Reflection-Based CPD in Madrasah Education: A CIPP-Guided Framework for Enhancing Teacher Professionalism in Islamic School Contexts · 2026 · DOI

  • The study was limited to four madrasahs in Metro City, Lampung Province, Indonesia. Data were collected over a relatively short period. The outcomes, particularly those related to improved teaching, are based on self-assessment rather than third-party verification.

    Reflection-Based CPD in Madrasah Education: A CIPP-Guided Framework for Enhancing Teacher Professionalism in Islamic School Contexts · 2026 · DOI

  • Studies teachers, - ineffective teaching approaches in private Islamic schools, - need for a structured approach to professional…

    Transforming Islamic Education through Lesson Study (LS): A Classroom-Based Approach to Professional Development in Southern Thailand · 2024 · DOI

  • Permasalahan yang dihadapi meliputi pengelolaan administrasi yang masih bersifat manual, belum terstandar, serta keterbatasan kemampuan tenaga administrasi dalam memanfaatkan…

    Optimalisasi Administrasi Pendidikan Islam untuk Efektivitas Layanan Madrasah di Banjarmasin · 2026 · DOI

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Open questions raised by papers listed on this page include: (1) There is a need to analyze the implementation of CPD in strengthening teacher professionalism in Madrasah Aliyah Negeri (MAN) throughout West Java (“Continuous Professional Development and the Dynamics of Teacher Professionalism”, 2026); (2) The study faces various obstacles, including budget limitations and a lack of formal training (“Peran Manajemen Sumber Daya Manusia dalam Meningkatkan Kompetisi Guru di…”, 2026); (3) There is a need to examine the synergy of the Four Centers of Education in creating an active and effective learning ecosystem (“SINERGI CATUR PUSAT PENDIDIKAN UNTUK MENCIPTAKAN EKOSISTEM PEMBELAJARAN AKTIF…”, 2026); (4) There is a need for effective parenting programs that address the challenges faced by Muslim parents (“Evaluating An Islamic-Based Parenting Program to Foster Parental Awareness As…”, 2026); (5) There is a need to understand the leadership of madrasah principals as agents of change in improving teacher creativity (“Kepemimpinan Kepala Madrasah sebagai Agen Perubahan dalam Meningkatkan…”, 2026). 123 gap statements have been mined from Education Systems and Policies papers in our 7.9M-paper local library, which holds 615 papers on the topic; the gaps come from whichever of those papers state one. They are mostly the research gaps the authors state and the papers' abstracts, plus future-work, limitations and challenges passages. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one, so you can read the original claim in context.

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