Christian Religious Education Research Articles

Efektivitas Keaktifan Visual Belajar Pendidikan Agama Kristen Melalui Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Auditory Intellectually Repetition pada Siswa Kelas XI SMA Negeri 2 Pematang Siantar Tahun Pembelajaran 2023/2024

The purpose of this study is to determine the Effectiveness of Visual Learning Activity in Christian Religious Education through the Application of the Auditory Intellectually Repetition Learning Model for Grade XI Students of SMA Negeri 2 Pematang Siantar for the 2023/2024 Academic Year. The method used in this study is a quantitative research method with the statistics of the Pre-Experimental The One Shot Case Study. The population is all students in grade XI of SMA Negeri 2 Pematang Siantar and a sample of 31 people with purposive sampling techniques or samples taken intentionally. Data was collected with a questionnaire of 26 items. The results of the data analysis show that there is an Effectiveness of Visual Learning Activity in Christian Religious Education through the Application of the Auditory Intellectually Repetition Learning Model for Grade XI Students of SMA Negeri 2 Pematang Siantar for the 2023/2024 Academic Year. The analysis requirements test are –ttable = -2.042 > tcal = 9.856 > ttable = 2.042. It is known that the tcount value is at the area of rejection of H0 and acceptance of Ha, then H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. Thus, it can be concluded that there is an increase in the Effectiveness of Visual Learning Activity of Christian Religious Education through the implementation of the Auditory Intellectually Repetition Learning Model, which is 86.55 in the post-test and 69.32 in the pre-test in Grade XI Students of SMA Negeri 2 Pematang Siantar for the 2023/2024 Academic Year.

Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning Berbasis Kurikulum Merdeka terhadap Peningkatan Motivasi Belajar Pendidikan Agama Kristen dan Budi Pekerti Siswa Kelas X SMA Negeri 1 Pematang Siantar Tahun Ajaran 2023/2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the positive and significant influence between the Influence of the Problem Based Learning Model Based on the Independent Curriculum on Increasing Motivation to Learn Christian Religious Education and Character Education of Class X Students of SMA Negeri 1 Pematang Siantar in the 2023/2024 Academic Year. The research method used is a quantitative method with descriptive inferential data analysis. The population is all students of class X SMA Negeri 1 Pematang Siantar who are Protestant Christians, totaling 372 people and a sample of 52 people is determined using the sample random sampling technique. Data were collected using a closed questionnaire of 44 items, namely 22 items for variable X and 22 items for variable Y. The results of the data analysis showed that there was a positive and significant influence of the Problem Based Learning Model Based on the Independent Curriculum on Increasing Motivation to Learn Christian Religious Education and Character Education of Class X Students of SMA Negeri 1 Pematang Siantar in the 2023/2024 Academic Year, as evidenced by the following data analysis: 1) Analysis requirements test: a) positive relationship test obtained rxy value = 0.612> rtable (a=0,05,n=52) = 0.297. b) Significant relationship test obtained tcount value = 5.600> ttable (a=0,05,dk=n-2=50)= 2.000. 2) Influence test: a) Regression equation test, obtained regression equation Y ̂="36.60" + 0.45X. b) Test of regression determination coefficient (r2) = 38.5%. 3) Hypothesis test using F test obtained Fcount > Ftable = =(a=0,05,dk numerator k=33,dk denominator t=n-2=52-2=50) which is 31.29 > 1.51. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

Pengaruh Kompetensi Pedagogik Guru Pendidikan Agama Kristen (PAK) terhadap Minat Belajar Siswa Kelas VIII SMP Negeri 2 Sipoholon Tahun Pembelajaran 2023/2024

The research aims to determine the positive and significant influence of the pedagogical competence of Christian Religious Education teachers on the learning interest of class VIII students at SMP Negeri 2 Sipoholon for the 2023/2024 academic year. The research hypothesis is that there is a positive and significant influence on the pedagogical competence of Christian Religious Education teachers on the learning interest of class VIII students at SMP Negeri 2 Sipoholon for the 2023/2024 academic year. Quantitative descriptive research method with inferential statistical data analysis. The population of all class VIII students at SMP Negeri 2 Sipoholon for the 2023/2024 academic year who are Protestant Christians is 108 people. The sample was random (random sampling) namely 50% of the total population, namely 54 people. The research instrument is a closed questionnaire. The results of data analysis obtained: a) The value rcount=0.684>rtabel=0.226 and tcount=6.762>ttable=2.00665 shows that there is a positive and significant relationship between the pedagogical competence of Christian Religious Education teachers and students' interest in learning. b) Regression equation. c) The determination test revealed that the magnitude of the effect was 46.79%. d) Hypothesis testing obtained Fcount=45.306>Ftable=3.15 then H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. The research concluded that there was a positive and significant influence between the pedagogical competence of Christian Religious Education teachers on the learning interest of class VIII students at SMP Negeri 2 Sipoholon for the 2023/2024 academic year.

JR87, Application for Judicial Review

JR87, the first respondent, now nine, attended a controlled primary school in Belfast and took part in non-denominational Christian religious education (RE) and collective worship (CW). Her parents described themselves as ‘broadly humanist’ and had not raised their daughter in any religious tradition. Once she began attending school, however, they noticed that she would say a prayer before eating and ask them questions about God and religion. They voiced their concerns to the school about its RE teaching and were told that its provision of RE and CW was ‘bible-based’, followed the core syllabus for education and complied with the relevant legislation. They challenged this, arguing that the relevant legislation contravened their Convention rights under Article 9 of the European Convention on Human Rights and Article 2 of Protocol 1 (‘A2P1’). They were successful in the lower court and the Department of Education appealed.

Integrasi Etika AI dalam Pendidikan Agama Kristen: Tantangan dan Peluang

AI ethics is a branch of ethics that focuses on moral principles in the development and use of AI technologies. This research aims to integrate AI ethics in Christian religious education and explore the opportunities and challenges in the process, as well as strategies to overcome these challenges. The method used is a descriptive qualitative approach with literature studies from various sources such as books, national and international journals, and websites. The results show the importance of integrating AI ethics in Christian religious education to shape students' characters, prepare their future, and improve the quality of learning. Challenges faced include limited resources, digital divide, lack of understanding of AI ethics, and the need for adequate supervision and regulation. Strategies to address these challenges include improving technological infrastructure, training for teachers, and developing policies that support the integration of AI ethics in Christian religious education.

Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Reciprocal Teaching terhadap Keaktifan Belajar Peserta Didik Pendidikan Agama Kristen dan Budi Pekerti Kelas VIII SMP Negeri 2 Pollung Tahun Pembelajaran 2023/2024

The aim of this research is to find out whether there is a difference in the learning activity of students who use the reciprocal teaching model compared to conventional ones in class VIII Christian Religious Education and Character education at SMP Negeri 2 Pollung for the 2023/2024 academic year. The research hypothesis is: "The Reciprocal Teaching Model has a positive and significant effect on the Learning Activeness of Christian Religious Education and Character Education Students in Class VIII of SMP Negeri 2 Pollung for the 2023/2024 Academic Year." The population is all students who are Protestant Christians in Class VIII of SMP Negeri 2 Pollung which consists of 6 classes totaling 180 students. The research sample was determined using the Purposive Sampling technique, namely 30 students in class VIII5 as the experimental class which used the reciprocal teaching model and 30 students in class VIII4 as the control class which used ordinary treatment (conventional class). This research method is the Quasi Experimental Design method using a Nonequivalent Control Design. The instrument used in this research was a test with 30 items. Research data for the questionnaire was analyzed using the average difference test formula (N-Gain Score). It was found that the average value for the experimental class was 0.6370 in the medium category, while the average value for the control class was 0.2531. in the low category so it is known that increasing the Learning Activeness of Class VIII Christian Religious Education and Character Education students at SMP Negeri 2 Pollung for the 2023/2024 academic year is more effective using the Reciprocal Teaching model than using conventional treatment. Then carrying out an independent test using the t test obtained a value of t = 7.040 > t table (α = 0.05; df = 58) = 2,000. Thus, it can be concluded that the research hypothesis is accepted, namely that there is a difference in the learning activity of students before and after learning with the Reciprocal Teaching Model in Learning Christian Religious Education and Character Education for Class VIII SMP Negeri 2 Pollung for the 2023/2024 Academic Year and H0 is rejected.

The Role Of Christian Religious Education In Developing 21st Century Skills In Church Youth

This article examines the role of Christian Religious Education (PAK) in developing 21st century skills among church youth. In an era of constant change, where technology and globalization affect all aspects of life, PAK not only focuses on teaching spiritual and moral values, but also supports the development of skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, effective communication and creativity. This research uses a qualitative descriptive approach, with a focus on literature study. By using this method, research emphasizes the importance of using literature to understand best practices and theories that support the integration of 21st century skills in the context of religious education, thereby enabling church youth to be more adaptive and innovative in dealing with social and technological problems. . dynamics. The results of this research through an integrated approach between theology and practical skills, PAK seeks to equip the younger generation with the tools necessary to succeed and contribute positively in modern society. This article discusses how PAK's curriculum and teaching methods can be adapted to be more relevant to the needs of church youth, preparing them to become leaders and bringers of change in the future. The conclusion from conducting this research is that in facing the challenges of the 21st century, Christian Religious Education (PAK) plays an important role in equipping the young generation of the church with skills that not only support their spiritual growth but also prepare them to become competent and empathetic world citizens.

Peran Guru Pendidikan Agama Kristen dalam Mencegah Kecanduan Gadget pada Remaja

The role of Christian religious education teachers is crucial in guiding teenagers to use gadgets wisely and in line with Christian teachings. Uncontrollable use of gadgets can lead to addiction, which in turn can damage the understanding of Christian values and moral behavior of adolescents. The purpose of this study is to determine the role of Christian Religious Education Teachers in Preventing Gadget Addiction in Teenagers. The results of this study show that (1) Christian Religious Education teachers have a very important role in helping adolescents understand and overcome the problem of gadget addiction through moral and spiritual education based on biblical values. (2) Christian Religious Education teachers need to collaborate with parents in preventing and overcoming gadget addiction in adolescents (3) Christian Religious Education teachers, play a role in guiding adolescents in dealing with the use of gadgets wisely, as well as highlighting strategies that can be used to achieve this goal including effective communication. Thus, Christian Religious Education Teachers as a foundation in overcoming and building awareness of adolescents so that adolescents are not affected in the excessive use of gadgets.

Pengaruh Penggunaan Media Pembelajaran terhadap Minat Belajar PAK Siswa Kelas X SMA Swasta PGRI 20 Siborongborong Kabupaten Tapanuli Utara Tahun Pembelajaran 2023/2024

The purpose of this research is to determine the relationship between the Project Based Learning learning model in increasing the learning creativity of Christian Religious Education for class VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Purba. The method used in this research is an inferential descriptive quantitative method. The population was all class VIII students from class VIII-1 to VIII-6 who were Protestant Christians, totaling 155 people and a sample of 39 people was determined using purposive sampling technique. Data was collected using a positive closed questionnaire with 34 items, namely 16 items for variable proven by data analysis as follows: 1) positive relationship test obtained value rxy = 0.488 > rtable(a=0.05,n=39) = 0.316 thus it is known that there is a positive relationship between variable X and variable Y, and the value rxy 0.488 if classified into the correlation coefficient is in the medium category. 2) Testing a significant relationship obtained a value of t = 3.397 > t table (a = 0.05, dk = n-2 = 37) = 2.021, thus there is a significant relationship between variable X and variable Y. So Ha says there is a positive relationship and the significance of the Project Based Learning model in increasing the Learning Creativity of Christian Religious Education for Class VIII Students of SMP Negeri 1 Purba was accepted and H0¬ which said there was no relationship was rejected.

Implementation of Contextual Learning Strategies in Small Class Sunday Schools

Effective learning strategies are very important in achieving learning objectives, especially in the context of Christian Religious Education in Sunday Schools. One of the strategies that can be applied is Contextual Teaching and Learning. This research aims to analyze the implementation of contextual learning strategies in small class Sunday School. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data was collected through observation, interviews, and document analysis. The participants consisted of Sunday School teachers and small class students. The results show that the implementation of contextual learning strategies in small class Sunday School includes seven main components: constructivism, discovery, questioning, learning community, modeling, reflection, and authentic assessment. This strategy is effective in improving students' understanding and engagement in the learning process. The implementation of contextual learning strategies in small class Sunday School is proven to facilitate meaningful learning that is relevant to students' daily lives. This strategy can be an alternative for teachers in designing and implementing Christian Religious Education learning that is more contextual and effective.

The impact of technology-based learning media on students’ interests in Christian religious education

The increasing role of technology in education has prompted an examination of its effects on student learning interest. This study aimed to assess the impact of technology-based learning media on students' interest in Christian Religious Education. The research utilized an experimental design with a pretest-posttest control group. The sample consisted of 60 students from high school of Tunas Karya, Kelapa Gading, Jakarta Indonesia, equally divided into control and treatment groups. Data were collected using pre- and post-treatment interest tests. Data analysis was conducted using analysis of variance. The results revealed that technology-based learning media significantly enhanced students' interest in learning Christian Religious Education. The findings suggest that integrating technology-based learning media into the curriculum can effectively boost students' engagement and interest in the subject. These results have important theoretical implications, highlighting the potential of technology in educational settings, and practical implications for educators seeking to improve student engagement in religious education.

Pengaruh Media Visual terhadap Minat Belajar Pendidikan Agama Kristen dan Budi Pekerti Kelas V SD Negeri 174552 Tambunan Kecamatan Balige Kabupaten Toba Tahun Pelajaran 2023/2024

Based on the observation, a problem was found regarding the lack of interest in learning Christian Religious Education and Character Education in class V of SD Negeri 174552 Tambunan. This is due to the difficulty of students in understanding the learning material. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of learning using visual media compared to learning using conventional media. The type of experimental research used is Quasi Experiment. Class V-A is the experimental class and class V-B is the control class. The dependent variable in this study is the interest in learning Christian Religious Education and Character Education and the independent variable is visual media. The data collection technique used a questionnaire. The results of the study used data from the initial test scores (Pretest) and the final test (Posttest). The results of the study showed that the use of visual media in the experimental class was more effective than the use of conventional learning media in the control class. The results of the t-test in the experimental class showed tcount (7.74) > ttable (2.01) H0 was rejected. The results of the t-test in the control class showed tcount (0.52) < ttable (2.01) H0 was accepted. Then N-Gain obtained the average N-Gain in the experimental class 0.37, in the control class the average N-Gain 0.03. The results of the N-Gain t-test of the experimental and control classes showed t count (10.29) > t table (2.01) H0 was rejected. The conclusion of this study is that learning using visual media is more effective than learning using conventional media.

Implementation of Christian Religious Education Mission through Religious Moderation House in Oinlasi Village, South Amanatun District, South Central Timor Regency

Implementation of Christian Religious Education Mission through Religious Moderation House in Oinlasi Village, South Amanatun District, South Central Timor Regency

Pengaruh Keteladanan Guru Pendidikan Agama Kristen terhadap Karakter Peserta Didik Kelas X SMK Negeri 1 Raya Kabupaten Simalungun Tahun Pembelajaran 2023/2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the positive and significant influence of the Exemplary Christian Education Teacher on the Character of Class X Students of SMK Negeri 1 Raya, Simalungun Regency in the 2023/2024 Academic Year. The research method used was a quantitative method with descriptive statistics. The population was 159 Protestant Christian students of class X of SMK Negeri 1 Raya, Simalungun Regency in the 2023/2024 Academic Year and a sample of 40 people was determined using a random sampling technique. Data were collected using a positive closed questionnaire of 39 items, namely 20 items for variable X and 19 items for variable Y. The results of the data analysis showed that there was a positive and significant influence of the Exemplary Christian Religious Education Teachers on the Character of Class X Students of SMK Negeri 1 Raya, Simalungun Regency in the 2023/2024 Academic Year, as evidenced by the following data analysis: 1) Analysis requirements test: a) Positive relationship test obtained rxy value = 0.479> rtable ( = 0.05, n = 40) = 0.312. b) Significant relationship test obtained tcount = 3.364> ttable ( = 0.05, dk = n-2 = 38) = 2.021. 2) Influence test: a) Regression equation test Y ̂="2.85" + 0.79X. b) Regression determination coefficient test (r2) = 22.9%. 3) Hypothesis testing using the F test obtained Fcount > Ftable = ( = 0.05, df numerator k = 13, df denominator = n-2 = 40-2 = 38) which is 11.3 > 2.00. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

Hubungan Pendidikan Agama Kristen dan Budi Pekerti dengan Etika Kepribadian Siswa Siswi Kelas VII SMP Negeri 4 Balige Kabupaten Toba Tahun 2024

Christian Religious Education and Ethics is the government's effort through education to have a good impact on students' personality ethics. However, in the development of today's times, the ethics of students' personalities are getting worse so that they cause deviations. That is what makes the author feel interested and encouraged to conduct research on the relationship between Christian Religious Education and Ethics with the personality ethics of SMP Negeri 4 Balige students in 2024. This study aims to determine the relationship between Christian Religious Education and Ethics with the personality ethics of students in grade VIII of SMP Negeri 4 Balige in 2024. The research method used is a quantitative approach with inferential statistical data analysis. The population in this study is all grade VIII students of SMP Negeri 4 Balige which totals 208 students consisting of seven classes. Sampling in this study uses the probability sampling technique, which provides the same opportunity for each population to be selected as a sample member. The sample of this study was 62 people. The results of the research obtained using the r test are r_(count) > r_(table), which is 0.658 > 0.254 and the t-test t_(count) > t_(table), which is 6.769 > 2,000, it shows that there is a strong, positive and significant relationship between Christian Religious Education and Ethics and the personality ethics of students in grade VIII of SMP Negeri 4 Balige in 2024. In the determination coefficient test, data results of 43.3% were obtained which could be explained by Christian Religious Education and Ethics, while 56.7% were explained by other variables that were not researched by the researcher. This study is a recommendation for future researchers to research other variables related to student personality ethics using research methods and data collection tools that are more optimal.

Hubungan Model Project Based Learning dengan Kreativitas Belajar Pendidikan Agama Kristen Siswa Kelas VIII SMP Negeri 1 Purba

The purpose of this research is to determine the relationship between the Project Based Learning learning model in increasing the learning creativity of Christian Religious Education for class VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Purba. The method used in this research is an inferential descriptive quantitative method. The population was all class VIII students from class VIII-1 to VIII-6 who were Protestant Christians, totaling 155 people and a sample of 39 people was determined using purposive sampling technique. Data was collected using a positive closed questionnaire with 34 items, namely 16 items for variable proven by data analysis as follows: 1) positive relationship test obtained value rxy = 0.488 > r table(a=0.05,n=39) = 0.316 thus it is known that there is a positive relationship between variable X and variable Y, and the value rxy 0.488 if classified into the correlation coefficient is in the medium category. 2) Testing a significant relationship obtained a value of tcount= 3.397 > t table(a=0.05,dk=n-2=37)=2.021, thus there is a significant relationship between variable X and variable Y. So Ha says there is a positive relationship and the significance of the Project Based Learning model in increasing the Learning Creativity of Christian Religious Education for Class VIII Students of SMP Negeri 1 Purba was accepted and H0 which said there was no relationship was rejected.

Development of Christian Educational Comics for the Public (Collected by College Students Majoring in Learning Media)

One big challenge for teachers today is to provide creative, interesting, innovative, and up-to-date learning media with the aim that students are not bored and can absorb information better. The study aims to develop Christian religious education comics that can be read by all and to test the effectiveness of these creations. This Research and Development program uses the 4D approach, namely Define, Design, Development, and Dissemination. However, at this stage, it is limited to the Development stage. The subjects of this study were a mix of school children and adults with a total of five people. The result of the study shows that: (1) Christian educational comics can be read by all groups; (2) Educational comics that have been developed are suitable for use with a material expert rating scale of 79.29% with proper qualifications, learning media experts are 84% with very decent qualifications, and preliminary trials of 90.11% with very decent qualifications. In conclusion, Christian religious education comics can be read and are appropriate to be used. From these results, prospective teachers are expected to be able to create learning media through various applications and materials related to daily life. Keywords: Christian education, development, educational comics, learning media

The Concept of ``Shema'' in Deuteronomy 6:4-5 as an Application of Educational Theology

Educational theology provides the basis for religious education by integrating religious values into the curriculum and teaching methods. Through the authors’ literature research, it was determined that the biblical concept of Christian religious education for children has significant value. This discipline is steeped in Bible teachings and aims to cultivate a personal relationship with God, which ultimately glorifies His name. Those who are responsible for teaching in the field of Christian religious education play an important role. The Israel Shema, or Jewish Creed, found in Deuteronomy 6:4-5, serves as the basis for teaching God’s teachings to children. The authors provide a qualitative analysis of the text and its contextual background, which is closely related to Israeli beliefs and their relationship to educational theology. Shema, as a declaration of faith for the nation of Israel, is a manifestation of personal commitment and determination to the one true God and is used in the practice of teaching faith education in both the family and church circles. Keywords: Deuteronomy 6:4-5, education, Shema, theology

Innovation in Providing Christian Religious Education in Youth Worship as a Learning Community

Innovation in Providing Christian Religious Education in Youth Worship as a Learning Community

Post-Modernism, Deconstruction of Christian Religious Education, and Cultural Projection in Central Kalimantan

The purpose of this research is to examine cultural participation in Central Kalimantan in the context of Christian education, whether as a curriculum, subject, or livelihood of Christian learning, in the midst of the postmodern wave. The aim is to explore postmodernist ideas in Christian education that are non-totalitarian, acknowledge the non-homogeneity of truth, and allow for diversity and freedom of thought. This research method prioritizes postmodernist thinking and culture in Christian religious education through a literature study. Secondary sources are taken from journal references (Scopus and Sinta) and several dissertations related to Christian education. The main sources for analysis are books by Karl Henri Nouwen, Franz-Magnis Suseno, Polanyi, and Jean-François Lyotard. The language used is clear, objective, and value-neutral, with a formal register and precise word choice. The logical structure ensures a clear and concise flow of information with causal connections between statements. The text is free from grammatical errors, spelling mistakes, and punctuation errors. The text adheres to conventional structure and formatting features, with consistent citation and footnote style. No changes in content have been made. The results indicate that postmodernism, which rejects grand narratives and totalitarianism, as well as the omission of imperialism in Christian education, plays a role in the form of a living culture in Central Kalimantan. This culture emphasizes the balance of life, respect for creation, and the ritualistic and spiritual sacredness of religion, which are reflected in education, including Christian education