About the Journal

CATALYST: Journal of Islamic Education and Pedagogical Innovation is a double-blind peer-reviewed journal published online by LPPM Institut Nasional Nusantara (INN) Al Farabi. First published in 2025, this journal is issued biannually, in April and October. CATALYST positions Islamic Education as a catalyst for learning transformation.

The focus of this journal is to examine the multidisciplinary integration of Islamic values, modern pedagogical theories, and learning technology innovations to improve the quality of education in the digital era.

The scope of the journal includes:

1. Islamic Education Science

  • Islamic Religious Education and Value-Based Learning

  • Islamic Education Management and Leadership

  • Islamic Early Childhood Education and Child Development Psychology

  • Islamic Guidance and Counseling and Character Education

2. Pedagogical Innovation and Curriculum

  • Curriculum Innovation (Merdeka Curriculum, Pesantren-Based Curriculum)

  • Innovative Learning Models and Strategies

  • Authentic Assessment and Learning Evaluation

3. Learning Technology and Media

  • Digital Learning Media, Gamification, and AI-Based Learning in Islamic Education

  • Development of Teaching Materials and E-Modules

  • Educational Technology and LMS

Current Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): April
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Catalyst: Concepts, Implementation, and Societal Transformation is a multidisciplinary scientific journal that acts as a catalyst for accelerating ideas, innovation and meaningful social change. True to its name, the journal exists not merely to document phenomena, but to trigger a transformative chain reaction between research findings and real-world implementation.

We believe that science must transcend the confines of the text; it must be capable of offering concrete solutions, guiding policy, and driving tangible action within an ever-evolving society.

Published: 2026-04-30

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