The influence of the organizational culture and teacher performance on the quality of education in pesantren Indonesia

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of Organizational Culture (OC) and Teacher Performance (TP) on the Quality of Education (QE) in Pesantren institutions in South Sumatra, Indonesia. The research was motivated by the persistent challenges faced by Pesantren in enhancing educational quality, particularly in the face of global educational competitiveness and internal structural and cultural limitations. The study employed a quantitative research design, utilizing a survey methodology. A total of 344 Pesantren teachers participated, drawn through stratified random sampling from 17 districts across South Sumatra. The research instrument underwent content and face validity assessments, followed by a pilot study to verify reliability and normality. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) were utilized for data analysis using SPSS and AMOS version 24. The theoretical framework underpinning this study integrates Robbins' model of organizational culture and Supardi's model of teacher performance, while the Indonesian National Education Standards guide the quality of education. The findings reveal that OC has a significant and direct influence on QE = 0.59, and TP also has a direct and significant influence on QE = 0.47. All constructs demonstrated acceptable levels of reliability and validity. These findings suggest that the cultural dynamics and teacher effectiveness within Pesantren play critical roles in educational outcomes. The study contributes theoretically by contextualizing established educational models within Islamic educational institutions. Practically, it provides actionable insights for Pesantren leaders and policymakers to reinforce organizational culture and enhance teacher performance as strategic efforts to improve academic quality. Future research is recommended to examine these variables across broader regions and with comparative models. Keywords: Organizational Culture, Teacher Performance, Quality of Education, Pesantren, Structural Equation Modelling, South Sumatra, Indonesia