The Forms of Organizational Communication toward the Sustainable Development Era through the Utilization of Technology in Islamic Educational Institutions

This study aims to find out the forms of organizational communication in supporting the use of technology as an effort to the goals of sustainable development in Islamic educational institutions. This study take place at SMAS Islam Sunan Gunung Jati Tulungagung as an Islamic educational institution that seeks to integrate technology into the learning process and strengthen Islamic culture. This study used a descriptive qualitative approach with participant observation methods, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The data analysis used an interactive model through data reduction, data exposure, and verification of findings. The results of the study showed that: (1) The organizational communication at SMAS Islam Sunan Gunung Jati Tulungagung takes the form of vertical (top-down and bottom-up), horizontal, and diagonal communication, all of which contribute to strengthening internal and external coordination. (2) The digital communication media used in that school, such as WhatsApp, email, and online learning platforms, accelerates the flow of information and expands access to learning. (3) The participatory and interactive forms of communication have been proven to encourage the involvement of teachers, students, and management in developing technology-based learning innovations that remain based on Islamic values. Thus, organizational communication not only has a role as a means of conveying information, but also as a strategy in integrating technology, strengthening Islamic cultural identity, and realizing sustainable education.