Transformation of Digital-Based School Culture: implications of change management on Virtual Learning Environment integration

Abstract

This research explored the change management of integrating a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) from a status quo to a Digital-based School Culture (DSC). A qualitative approach with a multi-case design was used to conduct research at three schools with various backgrounds. The schools, located in Indonesia, were at the same developmental stage and had a good practice of VLE integration. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with 30 respondents, participant observation and documentation research were also conducted on each case to obtain comprehensive and holistic data. The results showed seven stages of change management from status quo to DSC transformation. These stages include teams, resource preparation methods, vision alignment, digital skills development, obstacles, short-term reviews, and initiatives to boost technology acceptability. DSC transformation entailed developing digital modules, online and blended learning, and digitizing learning administration for improved decision-making. The finding serves as a valuable roadmap for DSC transformation practices to create systemic change strategies for pedagogical, technological, and organizational systems while considering school conditions.

Keywords:

• Transformation
• Digital-based School Culture (DSC)
• change management and virtual learning environment (VLE)

REVIEWING EDITOR:

• Donnie Adams, University of Malaya Faculty of Education, Malaysia

SUBJECTS:

• Open & Distance Education and eLearning; School Leadership
• Management & Administration
• Theory of Education
• Classroom Practice

Disclosure statement

No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s).

Table 1. Sample coding results for challenges in VLE integration.

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Notes on contributors

Eko Nurhaji Purnomo

Eko Nurhaji Purnomo is a doctoral student at the State University of Malang. His research interests are Virtual Learning Environments, Digital-Based School Culture, E-leadership, and Change Management. Become a consultant for several schools to develop digital-based schools. He can be reached at [email protected]

Ali Imron

Ali Imron is a Professor of Educational Management, Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia. His research interests are Educational Management, Digital Leadership, and Digital Literacy.

Bambang Budi Wiyono

Bambang Budi Wiyono is a Professor of Educational Management, Universitas Negeri Malang. His research interests are Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Educational Management, Leadership and Supervision.

Ahmad Yusuf Sobri

Ahmad Yusuf Sobri is the Dean of the Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Malang. His research interests are Educational Management, Educational Leadership & Supervision, Educational Organizational Psychology and Decision Making.

Zummy Anselmus Dami

Zummy Anselmus Dami is a senior lecturer in Universitas Persatuan Guru 1945 NTT, Indonesia. His research interests are Educational Leadership, Educational Management Pedagogy and Christian Education.