Optimizing Learning Communities through a Systematic Literature Review: A Conceptual MOKBA Model for Enhancing Teachers’ Pedagogical Competence

Sinta Asih; Suryadi Suryadi; Deni Kadarsah; Nurdin Nurdin; Juliani Musti Khofifah

doi:10.51276/edu.v7i2.1679

Authors

Sinta Asih Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Suryadi Suryadi Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Deni Kadarsah Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Nurdin Nurdin Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Juliani Musti Khofifah Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51276/edu.v7i2.1679

Keywords:

Learning Communities , Merdeka Curriculum , MOKBA Model , Pedagogical Competences , Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

This study examines how Learning Communities support teachers’ pedagogical competence and proposes the MOKBA (Model for Optimizing Adaptive Learning Communities) as a managerial framework for sustainable professional learning. Using a qualitative systematic literature review guided by PRISMA, 18 articles published from 2020 to 2025 were selected from Google Scholar, DOAJ, and ERIC and analyzed through Miles and Huberman’s interactive model. The synthesis shows that Learning Communities strengthen four core dimensions of pedagogical competence: instructional design, classroom implementation, ICT integration, and assessment literacy. The most effective mechanisms are lesson study, peer coaching, collaborative design, and data-driven reflection. Based on these findings, MOKBA is formulated through four cyclical phases: needs diagnosis, collaborative design, guided implementation, and collective reflection with impact evaluation. The model positions Learning Communities not merely as informal collaboration spaces, but as accountable systems embedded in school quality management. This study contributes a conceptual framework for strengthening teacher professionalism, instructional quality, and sustainable school-based professional development.

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Author Biographies

Sinta Asih, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

She was born in Bandung on April 29, 1985. She completed her undergraduate studies at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia in 2012 and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Educational Administration at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia.

Suryadi Suryadi, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

He was born in Bandung, Indonesia. He completed his undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral studies in Educational Administration at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI). He currently serves as a lecturer in the Educational Administration Study Program, Faculty of Education, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, and holds the academic rank of Associate Professor

Deni Kadarsah, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

He was born in Subang on December 6, 1963. He completed his studies in Educational Administration at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia and currently serves as a lecturer in the Undergraduate and Master’s Program of Educational Administration, Faculty of Education, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia.

Nurdin Nurdin, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

He was born in Ciamis on July 12, 1979. He completed his undergraduate studies in Muamalah at UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung in 2001, earned a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia in 2004, and obtained his Doctorate in Educational Administration from the same university in 2008. He currently serves as a lecturer in the Educational Administration Study Program.

Juliani Musti Khofifah, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

She was born in Jakarta on July 23, 1999. She completed her undergraduate studies in Islamic Education Management (MPI) in 2022 and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Educational Administration at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia.

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