Islamic Education Research Articles

Penyediaan Pendidik dan Tenaga Kependidikan dalam Pendidikan Islam

Islamic education aims to develop individual potential as a whole, including spiritual, intellectual, emotional and physical aspects, in accordance with Islamic values ​​and principles. Therefore, qualified educators and educational staff are needed. This qualitative research uses a library research method, namely a research method carried out by observing various literature related to the problems in the research, in the form of papers, books or writings, both from print and online media. The results of this research are that the quality of educators and educational staff in Islamic educational institutions is currently still a complex and challenging issue. Even though there are efforts to improve quality standards, there are still various challenges that need to be overcome, such as lack of qualifications and competence of educators, low welfare, minimal training and professional development, and inadequate policy support. To overcome this challenge, collaboration is needed between the government, educational institutions and communities to implement structured training and development programs and improve the welfare of educators.

Pendidikan Inklusi dalam Perspektif Pendidikan Islam: Mewujudkan Keadilan dan Kesetaraan untuk Semua

Inclusive education in the context of Islamic education is an important and relevant topic in efforts to create a fair and equitable education system for all individuals, including children with special needs. This research aims to describe, analyze, and provide a deep understanding of inclusive education in Islamic education. Using a qualitative method and a literature review approach, this research presents findings that demonstrate the importance of inclusion in creating education that embraces all children, amidst multicultural complexity. These findings have significant implications for inclusive education practices in Islamic schools and provide recommendations for future policies and practices. This research also offers suggestions for further research in this area, including more in-depth studies on effective inclusive education implementation strategies.

Praktik Dualisme dalam Pengelolaan dan Penyelenggaraan Pendidikan Islam di Indonesia

This study examines the phenomenon of dualism in the management and implementation of Islamic education in Indonesia, focusing on the parallel systems of madrasahs and pesantren. Employing a qualitative approach, this research aims to understand the dynamics, challenges, and implications of these two educational systems. Through in-depth interviews with educators, administrators, and policymakers, as well as a review of literature and policy documents, the study finds that madrasahs adhere to the national educational standards set by the Ministry of Religious Affairs, whereas pesantren operate with greater autonomy, emphasizing traditional Islamic education. This dualism results in variations in student outcomes and educational experiences, highlighting the need for integrated policies that recognize and bridge the strengths of both systems. The study concludes with recommendations to enhance the synergy between madrasahs and pesantren to improve the quality of Islamic education in Indonesia.

Pendidikan Islam pada Zaman Klasik: Masa Rasulullah Saw dan Khulafaur Rasyidin

Islamic education was crucial in fostering a robust Islamic culture during the Khulafaur Rashidin era (11-40 AH/632-661 AD). The caliphs, including Abu Bakr Ash-Shiddiq, Umar bin Khattab, Uthman bin Affan, and Ali bin Abi Talib, continued the Prophet's purpose of spreading Islam, strengthening faith, and building a just and civilised society. The Hadith and the Quran are the main sources of knowledge, covering topics like as religion, ethics, legal concepts, and the Arabic language. Mosques often incorporate teaching methods like as examples, discussions, lectures, and question and answer sessions. This study employs a qualitative methodology that focuses on historical and descriptive analysis. The data were gathered by conducting a comprehensive review of primary and secondary sources pertaining to the Khulafaur Rashidin era. The historical documents underwent interpretation and critical evaluation, while the perspectives of historians were compared. The caliphs systematised the Quran, implemented a structured administrative framework, and facilitated the spread of education to additional regions such as Persia, Egypt, and Sham. The institutionalisation of education commenced with the advent of madrasas and kuttabs. Education not only emphasised religion but also incorporated diverse fields to cultivate an enlightened and virtuous society. The education system established during the period of the Khulafaur Rashidin played a crucial role in the future advancement of Islamic education. It produced a generation of Muslims who were well-equipped to confront the problems of their era and make valuable contributions to human civilization. The current state of Islamic education demonstrates that the integration of religious principles and scientific knowledge may cultivate persons with robust moral character and exceptional abilities.

Pendekatan Kepemimpinan Kependidikan Al-Ghazali dan Ibnu Khaldun: Relevansi dalam Manajemen Agile Modern

Leadership is an individual's personal ability that plays an important role in bringing the organisation to its goals. The complexity of the environment of modern society, along with the pressure of competition between educational institutions, the increasing expectations of parents and the need to introduce changes in the process of working in Islamic educational institutions led to a great deal of interest in agile management methods. Al Ghazali and Ibn Khaldun are great figures who pay great attention to the world of education, including the concept of educational leadership. The presence of leaders in facing these conditions is absolutely necessary so that Islamic educational institutions can still exist to contribute to the intellectual life of the nation. The purpose of this research is to examine the concept of educational leadership of Al-Ghazali and Ibn Khaldun and explain the relevance of these concepts in the context of agile management. This research uses the Library Research method. The author searches for literature sources in the form of books and journals. The analysis used is comparative analysis. The conclusion of this research is the relevance of the concept of educational leadership of Al-Ghazali and Ibn Khaldun in the context of agile management, namely working to achieve the pleasure of Allah swt, holding fast to the goals of Islamic education, having leadership skills, involving customers in educational projects, involving customers in educational projects, teamwork and collaboration, new work processes, regular reflection and continuous quality improvement.

Breaking the chains: women’s writing against patriarchy in Saudi narratives

ABSTRACT Patriarchy in the Arab, mainly Saudi culture, is charged with complexities and contradictions as it thrives on the instrumentalisation of strict religious discourses and social norms, which are often used to legitimize the patriarchal oppression of women and the denial of their rights. This article examines patriarchy in two Saudi novels, one written by a male author and the other by a female author within their contexts: Hend and the Soldiers and Ikhtīlas. It also seeks to distinguish between patriarchal norms and Islamic teachings. The analyses draw on Islamic feminist theory, benefit from its cultural and literary dimensions that align with the Saudi context, and use an interdisciplinary approach; the study explores how women’s writing strategies in the selected novels challenge sociocultural and patriarchal perceptions and stereotypes of Saudi women’s roles and status and seek change in the male-dominated Saudi sociocultural system. The article challenged stereotypes of Saudi women by emphasizing their diversity and complexity. It also showed that women’s issues are universal concepts that can be expressed in ways that respect different cultural contexts.

Problematika Pesantren dan Lembaga Pendidikan Islam

Islamic boarding schools and educational institutions play an important role in maintaining and passing on Islamic religious values, culture, and traditional values. They also play an important role in shaping the character, morals and spirituality of society. However, they face many challenges in the complex modern world. This research investigates the problems faced by Pesantren and Islamic education institutions in Indonesia. It does so by using a qualitative approach and descriptive analysis. The study shows that Pesantren greatly help overcome poverty, strengthen brotherhood, lower unemployment rates, and combat ignorance. However, they also face many challenges, such as the dynamics of modernization and globalization that often conflict with their traditional values, limited resources and infrastructure, and the difficulty of integrating modern education curriculum with traditional religious education. Pesantren have a strategic position to address social issues, but they face problems such as limited resources and curriculum integration. Curriculum improvements and enhanced educational methodologies are needed to achieve this. Pesantren should increase general subjects, strengthen research activities, improve soft skills, and cooperate with other educational institutions.

Strategi Pengelolaan Aset dan Sarana Prasarana untuk Mewujudkan Sekolah Ramah Anak Berbasis Pendidikan Islam

Sekolah Ramah Anak (Child-friendly schools) place students as living subjects, so that the education process takes place in safe, clean and healthy conditions, with the guarantee that children's rights are respected and they are protected from violence. Setting up a child-friendly school requires adequate facilities and infrastructure. Educational facilities and infrastructure are school assets that must be well organized and managed to support quality education in schools. A school asset and infrastructure management strategy is needed. The purpose of this study is to explain the asset and infrastructure management strategies for the implementation of Islamic education-based child-friendly schools. This research uses qualitative research methods, namely documentary studies or literature studies conducted by reading and analyzing documentary sources in the form of journals, articles, and other documents related to the problem. Based on the research conducted, it is concluded that asset and infrastructure management strategies to realize child-friendly schools based on Islamic education include the application of sustainability principles in asset and infrastructure management, collaboration between stakeholders for effective management, and the use of technology and innovation in asset and infrastructure management.

Al-Qur’an dan Hadist

The Qur'an and Hadith have a complementary relationship. The Qur'an provides basic instructions and general principles, while the Hadith offer detailed explanations and concrete examples from the life of the Prophet Muhammad SAW. These two sources are used together to understand and practice Islamic teachings as a whole. The Koran is the holy book of Muslims which is considered a direct revelation from Allah SWT, conveyed to the Prophet Muhammad SAW through the Angel Gabriel. Consisting of 114 surahs and thousands of verses, the Qur'an covers aspects of faith, worship, law, ethics and history. Written in Arabic, the Qur'an is considered the greatest miracle of the Prophet Muhammad SAW, renowned for the beauty of its language and the depth of its content. The Qur'an functions as a perfect and eternal guide for the lives of Muslims and the Hadith is a collection of the words, actions and agreements of the Prophet Muhammad SAW conveyed by his companions. Hadith complement the Qur'an by providing detailed explanations of the teachings contained therein. Hadith are categorized based on their authenticity into sahih (authentic), hasan (good), dhaif (weak), and maudhu' (false). The collection and verification of hadiths was carried out by scholars such as Imam Bukhari and Imam Muslim, who ensured the reliability and authenticity of the hadiths.

Peran Al-Quran dan Hadist dalam Pembentukan Etika Sosial di Era Digital

This article discusses the importance of the Al-Quran and Hadith as the main sources of Islamic teachings in shaping social ethics in the digital era. In the context of continuously developing technology, the main challenge faced is how to integrate moral values ​​originating from the Koran and Hadith into everyday life which is increasingly influenced by digital media. The Koran provides a strong moral foundation, including respecting individual rights and maintaining justice, while the Hadith of the Prophet Muhammad SAW provides concrete examples of how to apply these teachings in social life. This article examines the relevance of these teachings in dealing with phenomena such as cyberbullying, hate speech, and other challenges in digital interactions. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach with a focus on literature study as the main methodology. The research results show that a deep understanding of the Al-Quran and Hadith is important for developing strategies to overcome the complexity of social ethics in the digital era, which allows Muslims to maintain noble values ​​in social interactions in an increasingly connected virtual world.

Deradicalization Through Multicultural Islamic Religious Education at The Islamic University

In the context of preventing radicalism, it is important to research educational institutions that have implemented multicultural Islamic education. This article explains how deradicalization is pursued through Multicultural Islamic Education at Universitas Islam Malang (UNISMA. This research uses a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach to understand the role of Islamic religious education in shaping students' multicultural attitudes. Data were collected through observations, interviews with 15 alumni from three cohorts, and documentation, focusing on the integration of multiculturalism concepts in the course materials. The findings indicate that the Multicultural PAI doctoral program at UNISMA significantly contributes to preventing radicalism by promoting tolerance and inclusive religious education. The program encompasses both theological and socio-cultural aspects, which help transform students' mindsets to become more open and reinforce the values of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika and Pancasila within the framework of Islamic education. The curriculum serves as a deradicalization tool by deepening the understanding of diversity and encouraging positive interactions within and between religious communities. However, its effectiveness is influenced by students' subjective factors, such as their attitudes, and external factors like the sociopolitical context. Further research is needed to assess the program's long-term impact and refine the curriculum based on student feedback.

Understanding and Application of Spousal Rights and Obligations Based on Surah Al-Nisa’ Verse 34 in Simpang Kiri, Aceh

Marriage in Islam aims to create a harmonious family rooted in the principles of sakinah (tranquility), mawaddah (love), and rahmah (compassion). However, a limited understanding of spousal rights and obligations—especially in Simpang Kiri Subdistrict, Subulussalam City, Aceh—often leads to conflicts that can culminate in divorce. This study analyzes the local community’s perceptions and practices regarding marital rights and obligations as outlined in Surah Al-Nisa’, verse 34, while also evaluating the impact of local customs on household dynamics. Employing a qualitative field research approach, data were gathered through semi-structured interviews and observations with community members, religious leaders, and officials from the local Office of Religious Affairs (KUA). The findings indicate that the community’s understanding of spousal rights and obligations primarily focuses on tangible aspects such as financial support and mahr (dowry), often overlooking the essential Islamic values of justice and compassion. Additionally, local customs significantly shape marital practices, frequently resulting in inconsistencies with Islamic principles. This study recommends enhancing religious education and fostering collaboration between religious institutions and community leaders to deepen the understanding of marital roles in accordance with Islamic teachings.

KH. Ahmad Dahlan and KH. Imam Zarkasyi about Islamic Education

At the beginning of the 20 th century, muslim people thought that they would be considered infidels if their children were sent to dutch east indies gofernment schools which used the western system, namely wearing trousers, suits, ties and so on. This assumption has a major influence on the muslim economy, resulting in muslim communities not having access to government sectors and private companies. To improve the educational conditions of muslims in indonesia, especially muslims, one of the reform figures, namely KH Ahmad Dahlan, founder of the muhammadiyah organisation in 1912, who came from kauman yogyakarta, was also famous as asocial and religious activist, offering a new education system by collaborating religious knouledge and general acience. According to him, only through education like this, the condition of muslims in indonesia can develop better in terms of economics and economic education. Then KH. Imam zarkasyi also reformed islamic education which was divided into four groups. These include, in the fields of educational methods and systems, islamic boarding school structure and management, islamic boarding school curriculum as well as islamic boarding school mindset and freedom.

Promoting Religious Tolerance through Islamic Education: Implementing Moderation Values in the Classroom

This research focuses on instilling the values ​​of moderation in learning Islamic religious education at school. The study's main aim is to explore how to integrate the values ​​of moderation, contextual learning, character development, and parental and community involvement influences attitudes of tolerance among students. The research method is a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques including in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis. Data analysis was done through data display, reduction, and conclusion. The research results show that integrating moderation values ​​in learning through contextual methods and character development has increased attitudes toward religious tolerance among students. Parental and community involvement also plays a vital role in supporting the implementation of these values. This research implies that an integrated and collaborative approach to education can strengthen student character and promote religious tolerance. This research contributes to the development of more inclusive and tolerant Islamic education. It underlines the need for further research to accommodate variations in gender, age, and survey methods so that the results obtained can be used on a more appropriate policy basis.

Implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka di Pesantren Fathurrobbaaniy Cisoka: Membentuk Generasi Berkarakter dan Kompetitif dalam Pendidikan Islam

The implementation of the Independent Curriculum at Pesantren Fathurrobbaaniy Cisoka aims to shape a generation that is both character-driven and competitive within Islamic education. This study examines how the flexible and contextual approach of the Independent Curriculum can be applied in a pesantren environment to address the challenges of globalization and modernization. Using qualitative methods including interviews, observations, and documentation, this research explores the strategies employed by the teaching staff in integrating this new curriculum. The results indicate that the Independent Curriculum provides flexibility in designing learning programs that are more relevant to local needs and the potential of the students. Pesantren Fathurrobbaaniy successfully integrates moral values and 21st-century skills into the learning process, enhancing student participation and interest in both academic and non-academic activities. Challenges in adapting traditional teaching methods and improving parental understanding were addressed through comprehensive socialization and training. The implementation of the Independent Curriculum at this pesantren shows significant positive impacts on improving the quality of education and shaping students with strong moral character and high competitiveness.

A Comparative Study of the Morals of PAI IAIN Kerinci Students Who Participate in the Ma'had Al-Jamiah Program with Non-Participants

This research was conducted to determine the difference in moral levels between Islamic Education (PAI) students who participated in the Ma'had al-Jamiah program at IAIN Kerinci and those who did not participate (non-participants). The method used was a quantitative research method with a survey approach. The questionnaire consisted of 10 items containing indicators of morality towards Allah SWT, morality towards fellow human beings, and morality towards the environment. The total sample size was 70 PAI students, comprising 35 students who participated in the Ma'had al-Jamiah program and 35 non-participants. This study conducted normality tests and statistical tests using SPSS. Based on the normality test, the morality of PAI students who participated in the program was normally distributed (significance value 0.071 > 0.05), while PAI students who did not participate in the program were not normally distributed (significance value 0.00 < 0.05). Therefore, data analysis was conducted using parametric statistical tests with Mann Whitney U. The results of the statistical tests showed that the significance value for morality (0.682) was greater than 0.05. Thus, it can be concluded that there is no significant difference between PAI students who participated in the Ma'had al-Jamiah program at IAIN Kerinci and PAI students who did not participate in the program. However, based on the interval questionnaire scores, the moral level of PAI students who participated in the program was categorized as Good (3.07), while students who did not participate were categorized as Fairly Good (2.82). Therefore, it can be said that both groups of PAI students have good moral levels.

Ekstrimisme Aturan Sosial Masyarakat Arab Pra Islam Ditinjau dari Nilai Moderat dan Toleransi

This research is motivated by the system of social rules implemented by pre-Islamic Arab society. These social rules trigger problems in terms of gender equality and tolerance between humans. Even at that time, it was very easy to find practices of violence and war. All the problems that occurred were completely inconsistent with Islamic teachings, because they included inhumane acts. Based on this problem, pre-Islamic Arab society was known as a jahiliyah society. However, in today's advanced era, problems are still found that are similar to the pre-Islamic Arab era. Based on these circumstances, this article aims to explain a number of extremism problems originating from the inhumane social rules of pre-Islamic Arab society in terms of the values ​​of moderation and tolerance of Islamic teachings and the current reality. The method used is literature study for the pre-Islamic Arab period and direct observation of the social reality of today's society. The findings are first, insulting women and the practice of killing newborn female babies as well as slavery are considered immoderate and inhumane acts. Second, the habit of war extremism which was often carried out in pre-Islamic Arab society because of minor disputes between tribes, and was supported by the tribal fanaticism of society. Third, marriage practices and divorce provisions that were wrong and detrimental to women were carried out during the pre-Islamic Arab period. Fourth, the social reality of today's society still bears similarities to the pre-Islamic Arab period, which is caused by the lifestyle and application of Islamic teachings which are not optimal.

Role of teacher learning agility: an empirical study for islamic educational success in Indonesia

This research aims to analyze the role of teacher learning agility in supporting the success of Islamic education in Indonesia. Researchers used a survey method distributed via a Google Form questionnaire. The population of this study were elementary, middle school, high school, bachelor’s and master’s level teachers, and a sample of 517 people was obtained, taken using random sampling techniques with the classification of 150 elementary school teachers, 135 middle school teachers, 148 high school teachers, 85 undergraduate lecturers, and 53 master level lecturers. The data were analyzed descriptively and measured using the analysis of variance (ANOVA) test assisted by the SPSS 22 program. The results of the research show that outstanding educators in Indonesia have high learning agility at work. More than 50% of respondents respond to current developments and apply learning agility in the workplace. Based on job classification, lecturers have higher learning agility with an overall average of above 4.20. Meanwhile, based on gender, women are superior to men in its application. Educators with learning agility display maximum work performance, are able to draw lessons from work experience, adapt to change with full awareness and enthusiasm for learning to improve their skills, knowledge and competence.

The Role of Islamic Education Teachers in Shaping Student Character in the Era of Society 5.0

Character development in children is a crucial aspect that underscores the significant role of teachers. In addition to being educators, teachers must also guide and serve as role models for their students. This study highlights the important role of teachers in shaping students' morals in the Society 5.0 era. The primary objective of this research is to understand how students' morals change in the context of Society 5.0 and the role of teachers in fostering better and more character-driven students. The study employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and observations to achieve accurate and comprehensive results. The findings indicate that the moral condition of students at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri 1 Bengkalis is generally good. The role of teachers in shaping students' morals in the Society 5.0 era can be divided into three stages: 1). Before the Learning Process: Teachers function as instructional designers, role models, and parental figures. 2). During the Learning Process: Teachers act as organizers, motivators, facilitators, innovators, and mentors. 3). After the Learning Process: Teachers serve as supervisors and evaluators.This research provides insights into how teachers can adapt and innovate in the digital era to enhance students' morals and character, offering practical recommendations for future educational development.

The Role of Islam in ‘Radical Islam’: An Evaluation of Phenomenon and Terminology Accuracy

Abstract Mentions of “radical Islam” can be heard weekly, if not daily, on various media platforms. The “umbrella” term “radical Islam” is often used to describe extremist interpretations of Islam that involve violence and terrorism, therefore the term by itself encompasses several concepts, which lack clear definitions not only in academia, but also international legal system. The research question is: “What concepts constitute “Radical Islam” and whether their terminology corresponds to Islamic teachings”. Aim of this paper is to compare proposed terminologies of different authors, to propose a more unified terminological framework while analyzing the term “radical Islam” itself. Methods included but were not limited to literature analysis, document analysis, context and content analysis. The obtained results include terminology comparative analysis, and a new terminology framework proposed by the authors which contributes to the originality of the research.