This collection of research articles explores the critical alignment between educational frameworks and industrial demands, alongside innovative management strategies across various academic levels. By utilizing evaluative models like CIPP in higher education, analyzing skill gaps in the manufacturing sector, and developing industry-based vocational curricula, these studies highlight systematic efforts to bridge the divide between classroom learning and professional workforce needs. Furthermore, the selection delves into leadership and pedagogical innovation, examining the integration of Finnish excellence to promote equity in primary schools and the role of complexity leadership in driving curriculum transformation, ultimately aiming to foster an adaptive, inclusive, and future-ready educational ecosystem.
All articles in this issue were authored/co-authored by 10 authors from 3 countries (Indonesia, Libya, Malaysia, Filand, & Nepal).
Indonesia: Walisongo State Islamic University Semarang, Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University
Libya: University of Zawia
Malaysia:Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka
Finland: Tampere University Finland
Nepal: Tribhuvan University
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64093/al-kautsar.v4i2
Published: 2026-05-11
Articles
Curriculum–Industry Alignment in Applied Chemistry: A CIPP Mixed-Methods Evaluation at the University of Zawia
Najah Baroud, University of Zawia, Libya,
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64093/al-kautsar.v4i2.885
Development of Vocational Curriculum Based on Industrial Needs in Vocational High Schools
Sa'adatun Niswah, Walisongo State Islamic University Semarang, Indonesia,
Syaiful Bakhri, Walisongo State Islamic University Semarang, Indonesia Imelia Sahda Salsabilla, Walisongo State Islamic University Semarang, Indonesia,
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64093/al-kautsar.v4i2.180
Analysis of the Skills Gap between Engineering Graduates and the Needs of the Manufacturing Industry in Melaka
Muhammad Syazwan, Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, Malaysia Nurul Izzah, Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, Malaysia
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64093/al-kautsar.v4i2.858
Translating Finnish Pedagogical Excellence into Sustainable School Management: Strategies for Fostering Equity and Diversity in Primary Education
Muchammad Tholchah, Tampere University Finland, Finland,
Devi Prasad Bhattarai, Tribhuvan University, Nepal,
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64093/al-kautsar.v4i2.886
The Influence of Complexity Leadership on Curriculum Innovation in Sekolah Penggerak within the DKI Jakarta Region
(Pengaruh Complexity Leadership terhadap Inovasi Kurikulum pada Sekolah Penggerak di Wilayah DKI Jakarta)
Hasyim Asyari, Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University, Indonesia Taufiqurrahman, Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University, Indonesia
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64093/al-kautsar.v4i2.859