The Role of The Head of Madrasa as an Educational Administrator in Fostering Research Culture in MTs Riset Fathul Huda Blitar

Abstract

Research activities in the field of education can enhance the ability to think scientifically, critically, sensitively, and caring for the environment. MTs Riset Fathul Huda is one of the research-based madrasas that seeks to foster a culture of research within its scope. In order to that goal, we need an educational administrator in charge of the administration to ensure that research goes as expected. This article aims to find out how the role of the head of the madrasa as an educational administrator in cultivating a culture of research in MTs Riset Fathul Huda Blitar. The research method used is qualitative with the type of case study. Data collected with interviews, observations, and documentation. The data is then analyzed in three stages: data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. The results showed head of MTs Fathul Huda Blitar performed his duties as an administrator well. These include coordinating with various administrative areas; developing research-based curricula; providing training for teachers; conducting external collaboration; and providing an environment that supports the conduct of research in the madrasa. The results can be seen in the ability of teachers in producing scientific work as well as students who are able to follow the race of scientific work at the nationallevel.