Religion Education Research Articles

The Problem of Knowledge and Cognition in Islam

The article considers the epistemological teaching of Islamic religion, various types of knowledge and position of Islam regarding the matters of faith and reasoning. The author of the article answers the question about admissibility of examining exegesis as an object of cognition and an outcome of development of cogitative activity. The article offers more flexible and liberal approach to the interpretation of notion of «ijtihad» and it is regarded as an attempt to revive the exploratory spirit of Islamic religion. The matter of faith is not introduced as an ultimate goal but as a mean of achieving success in religious life. “Is there any relation between the revelation of seventh century and emergence of empirical science?”, “Does the Quranic text foster the scientific research?”, “Is reality a rational comprehensible structure?” – these are the questions the author seeks to provide the answers.

Religious education in Catholic schools in Ireland and South Korea: complex layers of diversity, policy and teacher agency

ABSTRACT This paper explores and compares the experiences and perspectives of primary teachers regarding the teaching of religion in Catholic schools in Ireland and South Korea. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with ten teachers from each country. The findings highlight the contrasting perspectives of teachers from the two countries regarding the importance of and approach to religious education as a response to the challenges posed by pluralism. Teachers from Ireland predominantly exhibit a proactive approach, valuing diverse viewpoints and making efforts to engage in interreligious dialogue. Conversely, many teachers from South Korea demonstrate a deep appreciation for their own belief in God and prioritise the faith development of children. The comparative study highlights the importance of understanding teachers’ experiences and the ways in which they navigate the intersection of religious diversity, national policies, Catholic ethos, and their own personal faith perspectives. Our findings demonstrate the central role of teachers’ beliefs and future-oriented agency in the construction and implementation of religious education which does not always follow prescribed confessional or secular-neutral approaches.

Harmonisasi Antar Umat Beragama Dalam Negara Multi Agama Dalam Perspektif Al-Quran

Intolerance in the name of religion is still common in this country. Excessive religious fanaticism and lack of religious knowledge are among the contributing factors. Likewise, politics wrapped in religion is still often done by some politicians, which in turn causes rifts between nations. Therefore this article will discuss the harmonization of religious communities in multi-religious and ethnic countries in the perspective of the Koran by using interdisciplinary thematic interpretation methods. The results of the study concluded that the differences in religion and ethnicity were sunnatullah. In building harmony among religious communities, the Koran encourages fair and good relations between religious communities, makes friends, does not berate each other, does not impose certain religions, carry out the teachings of each other's religion and does not interfere with other people's religions.

The Relationship Between PAI Teacher Motivation and Student Learning

Education is a conscious and systematic work for students to actively acquire intelligence, skills, and adaptability. The Education Process can make students think and remember by Encouraging student creativity to create useful things If you support these student activities, you can develop the potential that exists in every student and can make a difference in knowledge, skills, and behavior. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between the motivation of PAI teachers and students' learning interest in the subject of Aqidah Akhlak Class VIII MTS Negeri 5 Sragen. This study uses the quantitative correlation method, a method aimed at finding relationships between at least two parts of the variable. The results of this study indicate that the correlation model of Islamic religion teacher motivation between students' learning interests and student learning outcomes in the Aqidah Akhlak subject is given by the correlation coefficient. r = 0.983 and the coefficient of determination is R = r2 = 0.967. Testing the significance of the correlation was determined by Tcount (37.8 ) > Ttable (1.675) with α = 0.05. This calculation shows that there is a relationship between the motivation of PAI teachers and student's interest in learning with the learning outcomes of Aqidah Akhlak class VIII MTS Negeri 5 Sragen.

Effectiveness of Psychoeducation Techniques and Guidance Counseling Services for Non-Guidance Counseling Primary Teachers

There is still limited availability of primary level school counselors, even though they play a significant role in helping primary level students grow and develop academically, socially, and emotionally. However, non-counseling teachers, such as homeroom teachers, religion teachers, and teachers of other subjects, also carry out the role of school counselors. Unfortunately, most of these teachers do not understand their ability to provide optimal counseling services. Therefore, this research aims to determine the effectiveness of psychoeducation in improving the understanding of non-counseling teachers regarding counseling guidance techniques and services. This quasi-experimental research with a one-group pre-test post-test design was conducted with 38 subjects selected using purposive sampling. The data analysis used the 1-tailed Wilcoxon test with JASP version 0.18.0. The results show that psychoeducation is effective in improving the understanding of counseling techniques and services among non-counseling teachers. The implications of this study can be useful for teachers, policymakers, and future researchers.

KETERAMPILAN GURU DALAM PENGELOLAAN KELAS UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KEAKTIFAN BELAJAR SISWA MELALUI PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KATOLIK DI SMA KATOLIK 2 KABANJAHE

This thesis aims to find out the teacher's skills in class management to increase the activeness of student learning in Catholic Religious education subjects. The research method used by researchers is qualitative. Researchers used the results of observations, interviews, and documentation to observe and find out how the skills of teachers in class management increase students' active learning in Catholic Religion education at Kabanjahe 2 Catholic Senior High School. Informants in this research were Catholic religious education teachers as chritical informants, students as supporting informants, and peer teachers as additional informants. Catholic religious education teachers apply skills in classroom management where students are more active than before, starting from students who dare to ask questions, express opinions, and have group discussions. This can be seen from the average value of students' daily tests before the teacher applies skills in class management, namely 72. After the skills that the teacher makes in class management, the average value of students increases to 81 in cycle 1 and then increases again to 84 in cycle 2.

Ortaöğretim Din Kültürü ve Ahlak Bilgisi Öğretim Programında Diğer Dinlerin Öğretimi

Global changes have increased the sensitivity of introducing religions other than Islam to the new generation in the world and in our country. For this reason, other religions and beliefs are included in the curricula of Religious Culture and Moral Knowledge (RCMK) courses in our country. In the curriculum of Secondary Education Religious Culture and Moral Knowledge (METKAB) course, there are acquisitions related to other religions that are expected to be acquired by students. In the literature review, it is seen that there is limited research on the place of teaching other religions in the education system, especially in the curriculum of ODKAB course. The aim of this study is to determine how other religions are included in the current ODKAB curriculum in terms of the overall curriculum, objectives, unit contents and outcomes. In the study, it was concluded that the current OCCKAB curriculum includes the teaching of religions other than Islam, and that the teaching of other religions is approached impartially, with a religious perspective and objectively, but there are deficiencies in terms of subject matter and achievements. Key Words: Religious Culture and Moral Knowledge Course, Teaching Programme, Religion, Teaching, Religious Education.

Model Komunikasi Da’i dalam Meningkatkan Pengamalan Agama Muallaf Daerah Minoritas Desa Muzoi Kecamatan Lahewa Timur Kabupaten Nias Utara

This research aims to determine the communication model in increasing the practice of the religion of converts in the minority area of North Nias Regency and to find out the obstacles in the process of increasing the practice of the religion of converts in the minority area of North Nias Regency. This type of research is field research. In this research, I used a qualitative method, namely descriptive, by looking for actual and detailed data and information in a non-statistical manner. In data collection techniques, researchers used observation, interviews and documentation. The results of this research show that the communication model applied to improve the religious experience of converts in minority areas such as North Nias Regency is based on the principles of inclusiveness, continuous education and interfaith collaboration. The following are the components of this communication model: Open and Inclusive Dialogue, Continuous Religious Education, Use of Understandable Language, Social Media as a Communication Tool, Collaborative Interfaith Programs, Continuous Evaluation and Adjustment and Mentoring and Personal Support. In an effort to strengthen the religious experience of converts to Islam, the district has implemented various important steps. One of the main initiatives taken was the establishment of the Muallaf Empowerment Institute. This institution acts as a platform that provides comprehensive support to converts to Islam, especially in terms of assistance, training and guidance in understanding and implementing the teachings of the Islamic religion.

Religion Education and ‘weak’ Religious Education: Common Concerns

As a response to the increasing plurality of the student population, there have been several shifts in religious education over the past decades. After a brief sketch of these shifts, particular attention will be given to ‘weak’ religious education and to religion education. In order to do so, attention is amongst others given to the principle of neutrality and to several critiques on this concept. Subsequently, we will focus on several common concerns in religion education as well as in weak religious education: the need for religious literacy, the importance of (interreligious) dialogue, identity formation, and socialization. In order to comply with these concerns in differ­ent school types and in religion education as well as in (weak) religious education classes, the development of a common curriculum for religion and worldviews could be an interesting option. We will have a closer look at such a curriculum, which is at present in an advanced stage in the Netherlands, and which could inspire other nations as well.

Collaboration of Islamic and Christian Teachers in Implementing Religious Moderation Education

This article aims to reveal the collaboration of Islamic and Christian religious teachers in SMA/SMK in the Pantai Labu District. The method used is descriptive research with a field approach and data analysis named after Miles and Huberman. The research results found were [1]. The activity of combining students in one group to clean houses of worship, both mosques and churches, has been carried out by Islamic and Christian religious teachers. The target is of course to provide experience and habituation for students to do together in every social activity, [2]. If there are friends and parents of grieving students, Islamic and Christian religious teachers always combine Muslim and Christian students to attend the visit. [3]. If any of the students are experiencing grief, the Islamic and Christian religion teachers direct students to give their sincerity in collecting the finances that will be given to the grieving students without discriminating between race, ethnicity, and religion owned by each student. [4]. Familiarize students to support each other in completing the equipment needed for the activities of religious holidays. [5].Inviting each other to religious holidays. The implication of this article can be a guide for religious teachers in multicultural Education in their respective schools. It can open up space for thoughts if teachers are contaminated with narrow thinking.

Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Project Based Learning Pada Mata Pelajaran PAK Di SMA Kota Palangka Raya

This research aims to describe the learning model used in the ongoing implementation of PAK. To demonstrate the roles of teachers and students in PAK learning using the project-based learning model. To implement the Project Based Learning model in the Catholic Religious Education subject at SMAN 1, 2, and 4 Palangka Raya. The method used in this research is qualitative descriptive research with data collection through observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis follows Miles and Hubermans three stages: Data Reduction, Data Display, and Conclusion Drawing. The participants in this study are seven individuals, including four Catholic religion teachers and three Catholic students. The research was conducted in June and July at SMAN 1, 2, and 4 Palangka Raya, Palangka Raya City. This research concludes that Catholic Religious Education (PAK) teachers at SMAN 1, 2, and 4 Palangka Raya have implemented the project-based learning model, and the student informants have applied the PJBL model throughout their learning process at their respective schools. The collaboration between teachers and students in implementing the PJBL model fosters good communication and teamwork. These efforts help students develop a positive attitude toward their teachers and vice versa. Implementing the PJBL model provides a positive overview for students in Palangka Raya in the Catholic Religious Education subject, incorporating PJBL steps that aid critical thinking and nurture creativity. The attitude integrates technology, resulting in engaging materials such as graphic designs like posters, PPTs, and instructional videos.

Bureaucracy, Situation, Discrimination, and Elite in Islamic Education Perspective of Digital Era

The article is to find out the definition and system of good and correct bureaucracy from an Islamic education perspective in the Digital Era. To find out the definition and practice of discrimination as well as solutions to deal with discrimination from an Islamic education perspective. To find out the definition of elite in the Islamic view of the digital era. The researchers engage in synthesizing the gathered information and conducting a thorough analysis. It presents this literature review within a descriptive qualitative research framework, adopting a phenomenological approach, to extract insights that address the research question by first collecting data and then seeking understanding. The result show that Discrimination can be overcome by instilling the teachings of the Islamic religion (caliphate principles) into oneself by accepting the nature of humans as social creatures who must live side by side with other humans who have different personalities and characteristics. At the elite level of thinking, we observe a pragmatic approach as elites gravitate toward populist figures to boost their popularity. This behavior is often characterized as a form of currying favor with those in power. The resulting phenomenon has generated narratives that have become a source of political turmoil, leading to widespread unrest among the grassroots population.
 Keywords: Elite in Digital Era, Discrimination in Digital Era, Bureaucracy in Digital Era

Pengembangan Soft Skills Guru Pendidikan Agama Kristen Melalui Pembacaan Reflektif 2 Timotius 4:5 di Era Disrupsi

The era of disruption caused the methods and approaches to teaching Christian Religious Education students to be different. Special soft skills are needed so students can accept God's Word's message. However, some soft skills possessed by teachers are contrary to the truth of God's Word. Therefore, it is necessary to revitalize the soft skills of Christian Religious Education teachers that are relevant to students' thinking in the era of disruption but still based on the Word of God. This study aims to explain the soft skills of Christian religion teachers in carrying out their vocation as educators. The main reason is that changing times require educators with good soft skills. However, the problem is that Christian religion teachers still need to understand these skills based on the message of 2 Timothy 4:5. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with a hermeneutic approach. The study results show that 2 Timothy 4:5 clearly explains soft skills and is very relevant for teachers in education. Christian religious teachers must use these soft skills to adapt to changing times. Soft skills improvement, which includes interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, must be continuously developed.

Enhancing Religious Life for Positive Impact on Narcotics Offenders in Penalty Institutions

Religious behavior is a theological construction. Religious institutions are greatly influenced by factors including ignorance and ignorance of the human ability to deal with certain problems and the scarcity of resources that can provide satisfactory answers. Thus, religious behavior is a form of response or action against the teachings of religion that is adhered to or believed. Religion is one of the factors that can change a person to have a better personality, while it is also a life-guide to follow the right path. Religion can reassure one’s soul and mind psychologically and physically. Religious people perform religious activities based on the theological system. Fundamentally, the theological system will be maintained by its adherents. Religion refers to the behavior of someone who understands their God in various ways according to their socialization. Thus a psychological approach can be used in various ways, one of which is rehabilitation for narcotics abuse. Some narcotics abusers, according to research, have unfavorable mental conditions characterized by aggression, restlessness, and loss of self-confidence. To overcome these conditions they need services which can aid recovery both physically and mentally. Psychological approaches to Islamic studies can play a role in therapy through methods like prayer therapy, Al-Quran reading therapy and giving advice based on religious teachings. With the psychological approach used in rehabilitation it is hoped that it can help people who are struggling both physically and psychologically.
 Keywords: Religious Life To Give, Narcotics Confidents

TRAINING ON MAKING INTERACTIVE LEARNING MEDIA USING POWERPOINT TO IMPROVE TEACHER COMPETENCE

This article describes community service activities related to training on making interactive learning media using PowerPoint to improve teacher competence. This service activity uses training methods by creating learning media that contain basic competencies, core competencies, learning objectives, learning materials, and learning evaluation. The participants who participated in this training were Catholic religion teachers in elementary and junior high schools totaling 30 participants. The results of this service increase teacher competence in designing and utilizing PowerPoint-based interactive learning media to support the learning process. The results of the evaluation of activities show positively that participants gain new knowledge and can improve their competence. Participants also revealed the use of interactive media PowerPoint is easy to understand and can help users in operating learning media. The evaluation questionnaire also showed a positive response from participants, namely an average percentage of 81.4% with the category agree. Teachers can overcome the problem of using learning media through training activities and collaborating in competency improvement activities.

Harmonizing Faith and Inclusion: Integrating Religious Values in Inclusive Education

Inclusive education, an educational concept that promotes equality and participation of all individuals, is receiving increasing attention in a diverse global era. This article explores inclusive education from the perspective of religious literature, analyzing how the values and teachings of various religions can shape education that is inclusive, accepting, and respecting differences. Through library research methods, this article collects views from Islamic, Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish and traditional religious literature. The results of the study show that the concept of inclusive education can be found in universal values such as compassion, justice and brotherhood found in religious literature. These teachings offer a strong foundation for developing a learning environment that embraces diversity, builds student character, and promotes interfaith understanding. However, challenges in integrating religious values in educational practices are also found, including diverse interpretations and contextual adaptations. This article suggests steps towards implementing inclusive education based on religious values, including developing learning materials, training educators, collaborating with religious communities, and developing interfaith dialogue. Although complex, the application of this concept has the potential to shape a more inclusive and sustainable educational environment, building a society that values diversity and equality.

Pr. dr. Ioan Puiul - reper al preoțimii bucovinene

The Orthodox priesthood from Bukovina played a particularly important role in the tumultuous history of the Beech Country, actively involving itself in many aspects of society. This is how it happens that among the personalities related to the major events in Bukovina there are also numerous priests worthy of mention who, through their cultural presence, as well as through the administrative zeal they proved, made feelings such as the love of the nation and country last over the centuries and also, the dignity and courage of the values confession. One of the priests who stands out in this sense is Father Staurophorus Archpresbyter Ioan Puiul, a Bukovinian from Pătrăuții Sucevei, a priest whose personality I want to evoke in this article. He was born in Pătrăuții Sucevei (year 1882), a place where he attended the first five primary classes. He will do his secondary studies at the Superior Gymnasium from Suceava, then attending the courses of the Faculty of Theology in Chernivtsi. Doctor in Dogmatic Theology of the same Faculty, he will attend specialization courses at the Roman Catholic Faculty of Theology in Vienna, as well as at the Protestant Faculty in Bonn. Following his complex training, throughout his life, the father will perform various functions aimed at enlightening and guiding others: religion teacher at the prestigious high schools in Câmpulung Moldovenesc and Rădăuți; priest in parishes such as Prisăcăreni, Ostra and “St. Nicolae” from Rădăuți; missionary inspector and dean of Rădăuți (1926–1934); reference advisor in the metropolitan administration of Bukovina. It is also worth mentioning that the father is the one who, together with other personalities of the time, initiated and completed the construction of the Cathedral of Rădăuți. Good liturgist, exceptional orator, missionary by vocation, author of several theological writings, Father Ioan Puiul also had secular concerns, being an animator of the cultural life of Rădăuți, being part of various cultural societies of the time. The pages that will follow are intended to be an offering of gratitude to this servant of God and, through him, to the entire Bukovinian clergy that honoured our Romanian nation and who, unfortunately, nowadays leaves himself imprinted by the dust of oblivion and carelessness.

Video Media In Learning Islamic Religion Education

Media in Islamic Studies serves to streamline and streamline learning. This paper describes the perspective of video media, types, syntax, characteristics, benefits, and advantages and disadvantages. This paper is a literature research using a content analysis model. The results of this study show that: 1) video is a combined tool of audio and visual media used simultaneously in learning. 2) Types of videos i.e. DVD, computer video, internet video, and streaming video. 3) The syntax of using video media, namely the preparation stage includes checking tools, understanding the relevance of video material and content, directing students to provide stationery. The implementation stage includes designing seating patterns, conveying goals, presenting tasks, presenting videos, monitoring student work, providing opportunities for students to be actively involved in dialogue, ensuring students understand the video, and students doing assignments. 4) Video characteristics are clarity of message, stand-alone, friendly, content representation, visual, and classical as well as individual. 5) The benefits of video are to streamline and streamline learning. 6) Excellence: awaken students' imagination, students learn actively, material is delivered to a large number of students, and encourages students. Weaknesses: the creativity of gur is limited, difficult to present if students cannot think abstractly, and requires special tools in delivery.

Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar PAK Materi Diriku Melalui Discovery Learning Bagi Siswa Kelas I SDN 11 Sanggau

At the beginning of school year, researcher always face the same classic problem in carrying out learning., especially for grade 1 elementary school students. The problem in question is the lack of independence of students in participating in learning and also the lack of student learning results. This case motivates the researchers to find the right solution. One of the solutions that reseachers use is to apply the Discovery Learning model. The selection of this lerning model is based on the syntaxs which places the students as the learning centers and the subject which facilitated by the teacher, try to find their own knowledge with the scientific steps, such as getting stimulation, problem statement, data collecting, data processing, verrification, and generalization. In addition, there are many previous researches have shown that by applying the Discovery Learning model, there is an increase in both learning activities and student learning results. Those are some the reasons that made the researcher decide to conduct this research with the title Improving Learning Results on “Myself” material in Catholic Religion Education with Discovery Learning Model for Grade 1 Students at SDN 11 Sanggau.

Otentisitas al-Qur’an: Bantahan Pandangan Abraham Geiger terhadap Al-Qur’an

Abraham Geiger stated that the Qur'an took a lot from the teachings of the Jewish religion, both cultural and transcendent. This study aims to discuss and refute the views of an orientalist named Abraham Geiger on the authenticity of the Qur'an. This study uses a qualitative method with a literature study approach. The results and discussion of this study indicate that Abraham Geiger's accusation that the Koran is only a reflection of Muhammad on Judaism and Christianity is a false accusation. The accusations made by Abraham Geiger do not eliminate the authenticity of the Qur'an as the holy book of Muslims, because historical facts prove that the entire contents of the Qur'an were narrated by many people who continued the chain to the Messenger of Allah. If the criteria for news of mutawatir are mentioned, then the Qur'an has met that criterion.