Editorial Policies

Focus and Scope

Benchmarking: Jurnal Manajemen Pendidikan Islam is a leading journal in Islamic educational institutions, focusing on Islamic Education Management. It promotes research and academic discussions on progressive Islamic Education Management within academic disciplines and institutions, emphasizing scientific development in both formal and non-formal education.

Topics covered include:

  • Islamic Education Management
  • Islamic Leadership
  • Teacher Professional Development in Islamic Schools

 

 

Section Policies

Articles

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Peer Review Process

This journal charges the following author fees (Starting from the January 2025 Issue):

- Article Submission: 0.00 (IDR)
- Authors are required to pay an Article Processing Fee as part of the submission process to contribute to review costs.

- Article Publish Fee: 1,500,000 (IDR)

If this paper is accepted for publication, you will be asked to pay an Article Processing Fee to cover publication costs.

 

Open Access Policy

This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.

 

Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics

Jurnal Manajemen Pendidikan Islam is a scholarly publication presenting research findings in the fields of Education, Management, Islamic Education, Islamic Education Management, and Islamic Guidance and Counseling. Submitted manuscripts must be original and unpublished, either in print or electronically.

The validity of scientific publication ethics applies to all parties involved in the publishing process, including managers, editors, reviewers, partners, readers, and authors. The ethical principles are based on Peraturan Kepala LIPI Nomor 5 Tahun 2014 on Scientific Publication Ethics, which include:

  1. Neutrality – Free from conflicts of interest in the publishing process.
  2. Honesty – Free from duplication, fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism (DF2P).
  3. Impartiality – No external interference affecting editorial decisions.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Chief Editor

  • Define the journal's name, scope, periodicity, and accreditation requirements.
  • Determine the editorial board members.
  • Establish relationships between the publisher, editors, reviewers, and other parties.
  • Maintain confidentiality of contributors, authors, editors, and reviewers.
  • Enforce copyright and intellectual property rights regulations.
  • Review journal policies and communicate them to all stakeholders.
  • Develop a code of conduct for editors and reviewers.
  • Ensure regular journal publication.
  • Secure funding for journal sustainability.
  • Build networking and marketing strategies.
  • Improve journal quality.
  • Handle legal and licensing matters.

Duties and Responsibilities of Editors

  • Provide comments to help authors convey their ideas effectively.
  • Ensure manuscripts comply with Ejaan Yang Disempurnakan (EYD) or journal language standards.
  • Continuously improve publication quality.
  • Uphold objectivity and freedom of expression.
  • Issue corrections, clarifications, retractions, or apologies if necessary.
  • Ensure that manuscripts do not contain sensitive issues and coordinate with the editorial board on controversial content.
  • Address complaints from all parties involved in the publication process.
  • Promote ethical publication practices among researchers.
  • Avoid biased decision-making influenced by personal opinions, authors, or third parties.
  • Encourage authors to refine their work until it meets publication standards.
  • Format manuscripts according to the journal template.
  • Assist the chief editor in finalizing manuscripts before publication.

Duties and Responsibilities of Reviewers (Mitra Bestari)

  • Provide objective and unbiased written feedback on the manuscript's scientific merit and contribution.
  • Evaluate whether the manuscript is clear, complete, relevant, and within the journal's scope.
  • Avoid personal criticism or biased comments.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of manuscripts and refrain from discussing or sharing their contents with unauthorized parties.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Website Administrator

The website administrator is responsible for managing the journal's online platform, including:

  • Setting up and maintaining the journal website.
  • Configuring system options and managing user accounts.
  • Registering editors, reviewers, and authors.
  • Managing journal features.
  • Monitoring statistical reports.

 

Author(s) Fee

This journal charges the following author fees (Starting from the December 2025 Issue):

- Article Submission: 0.00 (IDR)
- Authors are required to pay an Article Processing Fee as part of the submission process to contribute to review costs.

- Article Processing Fee: 1,500,000 (IDR)

If this paper is accepted for publication, you will be asked to pay an Article Processing Fee to cover publication costs.

 

Peer Review Process

1. Submission

Author(s) are required to submit manuscripts that align with the journal’s aims and scope and are prepared in accordance with the journal's Author Guidelines. All submissions must be made through the system.

2. Initial Editorial Review
The Editor-in-Chief, together with at least two members of the Editorial Board, conducts an initial screening of each submitted manuscript. To proceed beyond this stage, the manuscript must align with the journal’s aims and scope, follow the required format, and demonstrate a Plagiarism Policy of no more than 25%. Manuscripts are also screened for ethical compliance and adherence to academic integrity standards. (Estimated processing time: 7 days).

3. Peer Review
The selected peer reviewers evaluate the manuscript and provide one of the following recommendations:
- Accept without revision
- Accept with minor revisions
- Accept with major revisions
- Reject
Authors are notified of the reviewers’ decisions through the system, including any required revisions prior to publication. The journal employs a double-blind peer review process to ensure fairness, transparency, and academic integrity. (Estimated processing time: 21–30 days).

4. Revision
Authors revise their manuscripts in accordance with the reviewers’ form recommendations. (Estimated processing time: 14–21 days).

5. Final Editorial Review
Manuscripts requiring major revisions are returned to the same peer reviewers for a second round of peer review. (Additional estimated processing time: 14–21 days).
The Editorial Board then evaluates the revised manuscript together with the authors’ responses to the reviewers’ comments. (Estimated processing time: 14–21 days for each manuscript, depending on submission order).

6. Editorial Decision
Following the Editor-in-Chief’s final decision, the author(s) receive an official notification of acceptance, revision, or rejection. Additional information or clarification may be requested at this stage if necessary. (Estimated processing time: 3 days).
If the manuscript does not meet the format requirements, authors will be asked to revise and resubmit their work. In cases of desk rejection, authors may submit a revised manuscript after addressing the identified issues. Manuscripts that pass the pre-screening are then assigned to a minimum of three reviewers with expertise in the relevant field(s) for formal peer review. (Estimated processing time: 14–21 days).

7. Copyediting and Artwork
Received manuscripts will be checked for a maximum similarity score of 20% and then edited by journal staff for final formatting before publication. (Estimated processing time: 7 days).

8. Proofreading and Final Corrections
Journal staff proofread the formatted manuscript. A draft of the formatted article is also sent to the author(s) for approval. If no further changes are requested, the article is published. (Estimated processing time: 7 days).

9. Publication
Authors are notified once their manuscript has been published. The estimated time from initial submission to publication is approximately 3–4 months.

Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement for the Peer-Review Process

Benchmarking: Journal of Islamic Education Management is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and preventing malpractice in the peer-review process. The principles we adhere to are:

  1. Confidentiality: The entire review process is confidential. Editors, reviewers, and relevant parties must maintain the confidentiality of all manuscript-related information.

  2. Objectivity and Impartiality: Reviews are conducted objectively and without bias. Evaluation is based on scholarly merit, relevance, and quality, free from conflicts of interest. Feedback provided should be constructive.

  3. Timeliness: The review process is conducted within a reasonable timeframe. Authors are regularly informed about the status of their manuscript.

  4. Transparency and Accountability: The review process must be transparent and accountable. Reviewers are encouraged to provide clear, evidence-based, and constructive comments. Editorial decisions should be fair and based on reviewer feedback and editorial expertise.

  5. Conflict of Interest: Editors and reviewers must declare any potential conflicts of interest that could affect their objectivity. If a conflict of interest is identified, steps will be taken to ensure an impartial evaluation.

  6. Plagiarism and Misconduct: Editors and reviewers must be vigilant in identifying potential plagiarism, data fabrication, or other research misconduct. Any suspected misconduct must be reported to the relevant authorities.

  7. Reviewer Recognition: Benchmarking: Journal of Islamic Education Management values the crucial contribution of peer reviewers. The journal will provide appropriate recognition and appreciation for their dedication to the publication process.

By adhering to these principles, Benchmarking: Journal of Islamic Education Management is dedicated to maintaining the integrity and credibility of the peer-review process, ensuring fairness, transparency, and ethical conduct in manuscript evaluation, thereby upholding the quality and trustworthiness of the published research.

 

Plagiarism Policy

Policy on Originality and Plagiarism Prevention

  • Originality Requirement: All submitted manuscripts must be original works and free from any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism.
  • Screening by Authors: Before submission, authors are strongly advised to check the similarity level of their manuscripts using plagiarism detection software.
  • Screening by the Editorial Team: The journal's editorial team will conduct standard plagiarism checks on every manuscript using Turnitin software.
  • Use of Reference Management: Authors are expected to use a reference management system, such as Mendeley or EndNote, to ensure all citations and references are presented accurately and consistently.
  • Sanctions and Follow-up:
  • Immediate Rejection: Manuscripts with a similarity score 30% will be rejected automatically.
  • Requires Revision: Manuscripts with a similarity score of 25% will be returned to the author for an initial revision.
  • Final Threshold: After revision, the similarity score of the manuscript must be reduced to a maximum of 20% to be processed to the next stage.

 

 

Manuscript Readness Level

Manuscript Readiness Level

Before you submit your manuscript, it is highly recommended for you to re-evaluate it using Manuscript Readiness Level (MRL), an instrument that we developed to help you get the effective time of the peer-reviewing process.
 
Pre-Evaluation Criteria
 
Strong
(Level 1)
Fair
(level 2)
Poor
(level 3)
Title: Straightforward, informative, and represents the contents of the article. 
5
3
2
Abstract: Concise but at least contain the problem, purpose, method, important findings, and implications of the research.
 
10
5
2
Keywords: Searchable by a search engine, truly represents the intention of research. Don’t use phrases, only words. 5 keywords is recommended, at least 3 are mandatory.
 
5
3
2
Introduction: Directing the reader about the importance of the research. Presenting significant problems, a clear state of the art, gap analysis, and novel concepts to fill the gaps. End it with the purpose of the research. 
 
15
10
5
Method: Clear and replicable. Reveals how research objectives are achieved with the appropriate tools, procedures, and stages.
 
10
5
2
Results: Presenting experimental or survey data, or any other kind of data depending on the type of research. The results are generally presented in clear and readable tables and figures.
 
15
10
5
Discussion: Meaningful. A good discussion is written as a dialogue that reveals the progress of the research in comparison to previous researches.
 
20
15
5
Conclusion: This contains a summary of research results (the most important research finding) that relates to the objectives written in the introduction.
 
10
4
1
References: Accountable, about 80% of the kinds of literature from primary sources (reputable journals) and up to date (last 10 years). Use reference management tools.
 
10
5
1
Total score
 
100
60
25

Decision matrix

Score
Probability
85-100
Most likely to be published with little discussion with Editor/Reviewer
70-84
Possible minor revision (if there are no mistakes in principle)
50-69
Possible major revision
25-49
Most likely to be rejected in the first stage
Notes: The Manuscript Readiness Level (MRL) above is used by authors as a “tool” to optimize the peer-reviewing process. The decision to accept or reject an article for publication in Scientechno: Journal of Science and Technology is the authority of the Editor based on recommendations from reviewers. 

 

Publication Schedule

The journal is published in two issues per year in Juny and December

 

Open Access Policy

This journal provides immediate open access to its content, operating on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.

As an open-access journal, all content (Articles, Book Reviews, Case Analyses, and Editorial Commentaries) is available free of charge. Users are permitted to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of the articles, or use them for any other lawful purpose, without prior registration or requiring permission from the publisher or the author.

 

 

Licensing

Benchmarking: Journal of Islamic Education Management published under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License / CC BY 4.0 This license allows anyone to copy and redistribute this material in any form or format, compose, modify, and make derivatives of this material for any purpose, including commercial purposes, as long as they credit the Author for the original work.

 

Archiving

This journal utilizes the LOCKSS and CLOCKSS systems to create a distributed archiving system among participating libraries, permitting those libraries to create permanent archives of the journal for preservation and restoration purposes. All content in the CLOCKSS Archive and the Global LOCKSS Network is preserved with explicit publisher permission, secured via written contract or online permission statements. We work closely with LOCKSS network implementers to facilitate development of governance and legal terms that are appropriate to the implicated content, jurisdictions, rights, and access affordances. Our work is also licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License / CC BY 4.0.

 

Correction and Retraction

A retraction is carried out if an article is indicated to have Infringements of scientific ethical codes, such as double submissions, false claims of authorship, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, fraudulent use of data, fake authors, or the like. Also, a retraction will be used to correct errors in submission or publication. A retraction of an article by the author or editor under the advice of the editorial board of the Thawalib: Kependidikan Islam. Several forms of recreation are carried out by the Thawalib: Kependidikan Islam. T, i.e.:

  1. If the infringements of the scientific code of ethics are indicated before the article is published, the editor will return the manuscript to the author, accompanied by a retraction letter from the Chief Editor;
  2. If the infringements of the scientific code of ethics are indicated after the article is published, several mechanisms can occur:
    1. A retraction note titled “Retraction: [article title]” signed by the authors and/or the editor is published in the paginated part of a subsequent journal issue and listed in the contents list.
    2. The online article is preceded by a screen containing the retraction note. The link resolves to this screen; the reader can proceed to the article.
    3. The original article is retained unchanged, save for a watermark on the .pdf indicating on each page that it is “retracted.”
    4. The HTML version of the document is removed.

Article removal: legal limitations

In an extremely limited number of cases, it may be necessary to remove an article from the online database of the Thawalib: Kependidikan Islam. This will only occur where the article is clearly defamatory, hoax, infringes others’ legal rights, a court order, and endangering state security. In these circumstances, while the metadata (Title and Authors) will be retained, the text will be replaced with a screen indicating the article has been removed for legal reasons.

Article replacement

In cases where the article, if acted upon, might pose a serious health risk, the original article's authors may wish to retract the flawed original and replace it with a corrected version. In these circumstances, the procedures for retraction will be followed, with the difference that the database retraction notice will publish a link to the corrected, re-published article and a history of the document.

 

Direct Marketing

Implements an ethical and targeted direct marketing strategy to promote the journal while maintaining academic integrity. We conduct outreach to researchers and academics in the field of Islamic studies transparently, respecting privacy and avoiding spam practices or misleading information. Our main goals are to increase awareness, encourage quality manuscript submissions, and expand our readership.

Our strategies include:

  1. Discoverability: Optimising the journal homepage to be easily found and navigated, clearly displaying the vision, scope, content, and editorial team.

  2. Search Engine Optimisation (SEO): Enhancing the journal's visibility by optimising keywords, images, and content for better indexing on significant search engines like Google.

  3. Partnership and Collaboration: Cooperating with institutions and academic communities to expand reach and attract quality participation.

All our marketing efforts are designed to support the dissemination of beneficial knowledge, uphold principles of honesty, and strengthen the journal's role as a credible and open scholarly platform for the development of islamic education.

 

AI Policies

TBenchmarking: Journal of Islamic Education Management recognizes the increasing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning tools in academic research and scholarly publishing. As generative AI technologies such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude become more accessible, Thawalib emphasizes using these tools responsibly, ethically, and transparently. This policy sets forth the journal’s official stance on using AI by authors, reviewers, and editorial staff, per standards established by Elsevier and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

1. Use of AI Tools by Authors

Authors are permitted to use AI tools to assist in preparing their manuscripts, but this must be done responsibly and with complete transparency. Acceptable uses include language refinement, grammar correction, formatting of references, and translation. However, AI tools must not be used to generate substantive content, conduct scientific reasoning, interpret data, or replace the author’s intellectual contribution.

All listed authors must be human. Thawalib does not accept AI tools or bots as credited authors, as they cannot take responsibility for the work or provide accountability. Authorship requires meaningful intellectual input, consent to publication, and responsibility for content, all of which AI tools cannot fulfill.

2. Disclosure of AI Use

Authors must disclose any use of AI tools in their manuscript. This includes AI applications for generating text, analyzing data, assisting with translations, or performing code-related tasks. The disclosure should be placed in the Acknowledgments section, and the tool’s name, version, and specific role should be mentioned.

An example of an appropriate disclosure is:
“The authors used ChatGPT (OpenAI, March 2025 version) to enhance the language and readability of the manuscript. All outputs were reviewed and verified by the authors.”

Failure to disclose AI usage will be considered a violation of publishing ethics and may lead to rejection or retraction.

3. Author Responsibility and Accountability

Authors are fully responsible for their submitted work's accuracy, originality, and integrity, including any content developed with AI tools. They must carefully check that AI-generated content does not include factual inaccuracies, fabricated references, plagiarized material, or biased language.

Thawalib reserves the right to investigate and act on any misuse of AI, including submitting predominantly AI-generated manuscripts or including AI content without proper disclosure.

4. Use of AI in Peer Review

Peer reviewers must uphold the confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity expected in the review process. Reviewers must not use AI tools to analyze or summarize manuscripts, nor should they upload any part of a manuscript to AI platforms without express permission, as this may compromise confidentiality.

If a reviewer chooses to use AI tools for minor, non-confidential tasks such as improving the grammar of their review, they must disclose this to the editorial team. Thawalib reserves the right to reject any review inappropriately influenced or generated by AI.

5. Use of AI by Editorial Staff

Thawalib's editorial team may utilize AI tools for limited administrative tasks such as plagiarism checking, reference formatting, or language editing. However, AI will not be used to make editorial decisions. Qualified human editors will make all acceptance and rejection decisions to maintain transparency and accountability.

6. Ethical Use and Prevention of Bias

All parties involved in the publication process must ensure that AI-generated content does not introduce bias, misinformation, or offensive material. Authors are expected to review AI outputs critically and avoid relying on AI for tasks that require expert academic judgment. The use of AI must never compromise scholarly rigour or ethical standards.

7. Violations and Consequences

Any attempt to misrepresent AI-generated content as original human work, fabricate data, or submit an AI-generated manuscript without disclosure will be considered unethical. Consequences may include:

  • Rejection of the manuscript

  • Retraction of the article post-publication

  • Notification of the authors’ affiliated institutions

  • Suspension or ban from future submissions to Thawalib

All violations will be investigated following COPE’s guidelines on publication misconduct.

8. Policy Review and Updates

This AI policy will be periodically reviewed and updated to reflect changes in technology and publishing practices. Thawalib remains committed to upholding academic integrity while supporting responsible innovation in scholarly communication.

References

  • Elsevier (2023). Generative AI Policies for Journals. Link

  • COPE (2023). Position Statement on Authorship and AI Tools. Link

  • COPE (2024). AI and Peer Review: Guidance Document. Link

  • COPE (2023). Discussion Paper: Ethical Considerations in the Use of Generative AI. Link

 

Reviewer Guidelines

Guidelines for Reviewers
Responsibility of Peer Reviewer
Peer reviewers are responsible for critiquing by reading and evaluating manuscripts in their field of expertise, then giving constructive advice and honest feedback to the author of the article submitted. Peer reviewers discuss the article's strengths and weaknesses, how to increase the strength and quality of the paper, and evaluate the relevance and authenticity of the manuscript.

Before reviewing, please note the following:

  • Is the article requested to be reviewed in accordance with your expertise? If you receive a script that covers topics that are not appropriate areas of your expertise, please notify the editor as soon as possible. Please recommend an alternative reviewer.
  • Do you have the time to review this paper? The review process must be completed within two weeks. If you agree and require a more extended period, notify the editor immediately or suggest an alternative reviewer.
  • Is there any potential conflict of interest? Meanwhile, conflicts of interest will not disqualify you as a reviewer; disclose all conflicts of interest to the editor before reviewing. If you have any questions about potential conflicts of interest, do not hesitate to contact the editorial office.

Review Process
When reviewing the article, please consider the following:

  • Title: Does it clearly illustrate the article?
  • Abstract: Does it reflect the contents of the article?
  • Introduction: Does it describe the accuracy of matters submitted by the author and clearly state the problem being considered? Typically, the introduction should summarize the context of the relevant research and explain the research findings or other findings, if any, offered for discussion. This research should explain the experiments, hypotheses, and methods.

Content of the Article
To determine the originality and suitability for the journal, are there any elements of plagiarism over 25% in this paper's field? Specific tools, such as Scopus, can be used to perform a quick literature search, and it is fascinating to see if there are similarities with other parts.

  • if other authors had previously done the study, it is still eligible for publication?
  • is the article is relatively new, fairly deep, and interesting to be published?
  • does it contribute to knowledge?
  • Does the article adhere to the standards of the journal?
  • Scope - Is the article in line with the objectives and scope of the journal?

Method
Comprehensive and perfect:

  • Does the author accurately describe how the data is collected?
  • Is the theoretical basis or reference used appropriate for this study?
  • Is the exposure design suitable for the answer to the question?
  • Is there enough information for you to imitate the research?
  • Does the article identify the following procedures?
  • Are there any new methods? If there is a new method, does the author explain it in detail?
  • Is there any appropriate sampling?
  • Have the tools and materials used been adequately explained? 
  • Does the article's exposure describe what type of data is recorded, right in describing the measurement?

Results:
This is where the author must explain the findings in his/her research. It should be clearly laid out and in a logical sequence. You will need to consider whether the appropriate analysis has been carried out; the use of statistical tools? If you have a better statistical tools to be used in this study, notify it, and the interpretation need not to be included in this section.

Discussion and Conclusion:

  • Are the claims in this section supported by the fair results and quite reasonable?
  • Does the author compare the research results with other previous ones?
  • Do the research results in the article contradict the previous theories?
  • does the conclusion explain how a better scientific research to be followed-up?

Tables and Pictures:
Is it suitable with the referred explanation by showing data which is easy to to interprete and understanable for the readers?

Writing Styles

  • Authors must be critical of the literature systematic review of the issues relevant to the field of study.
  • Reviews should be focused on a single topic.
  • All exposure should be in English and written in good and coherent grammar.
  • Easy to understand
  • Interesting to read

Things that need to be considered:

  • Perspective, a unique perspective that describes experiences and situations related to contemporary legal issues in various perspectives and approaches. 

Originality Research

  • Research policy and observational analysis should clarify the research results' feasibility, effectiveness, and implementation. 
  • In Practice (case study), the paper should explain the situation regarding the future challenges in contemporary legal issues

Reference

  • First Person (Interview)
  • Book Reviews
  • Insight Technology (Product Review)

Final Review

  • All results of the review submitted by reviewers are confidential
  • If you want to discuss the article with a colleague, kindly inform the editor
  • Do not contact the author directly.
  • Ethical issues: (1) Plagiarism: if you suspect the article is mostly plagiarism from other authors, please let the editor know the details, (2) Fraud: It is tough to detect a fraud categoryand send it , but if you suspect the results in the article are not true, please inform the editor

Please complete "The Review" by the due date to the editorial office. Your recommendation for the article will be considered when the editor makes a final decision, and your honest feedback is highly appreciated.

When you write a comment, please show the part of the comment that is only intended for the editor and parts that can be returned to the author.

 

Proofreading Policy

  1. Initial Check by the Author: The author's primary responsibility is to ensure their manuscript is readable and free from writing errors. In certain cases, the editor may request valid proof that a professional proofreader has checked the manuscript.

  2. Selection by the Editorial Board: The manuscript then undergoes a feasibility assessment based on originality, scholarly contribution, and methodology. Only manuscripts deemed "fit" proceed to the next stage.

  3. The Proofreading Stage: The manuscript enters the core proofreading process once declared fit. At this stage, a proofreader (usually from the journal/publisher's side) will meticulously examine the manuscript to find and correct all types of linguistic errors, including:

    • Typographical errors (typos).

    • Spelling and grammatical mistakes.

    • Punctuation and capitalisation.

    • Consistency in formatting and terminology.

  4. Final Objective: The result of this process is a manuscript that is not only high-quality in content (academic/intellectual) but also polished and free from language errors, making it ready for publication to the readers.

 

Copyright Notice

Copyright of any article in Benchmarking: Journal of Islamic Education Management is fully owned by its authors under a Creative Commons license CC BY 4.0.

  • The author acknowledges that Benchmarking: Journal of Islamic Education Management has the right to be the first to publish under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License / CC BY 4.0.
  • Authors can submit articles separately, arrange for non-exclusive distribution of manuscripts that have been published in this journal into other versions (eg sent to the author's institution respository, publication into books, etc.), by acknowledging that the manuscript has been published for the first time in the Journal Benchmarking: Journal of Islamic Education Management.