Pendidikan Agama Research Articles

Implementing Comic Strip As a Way of Teaching Christian Educational Materials to Primary School Students with Special Needs

Everyone has a right to education. This means that education must be provided to both normal and special needs students. So far, education for students with special needs has been conducted in conventional ways. This can be proven from how the materials of Pendidikan Agama Kristen dan Budi Pekerti (Christian Education and Ethics) are taught to special needs students who go to a special school named Sekolah Dasar Luar Biasa (SDLB). This cannot be done any further as students with special needs learn very slowly and in many cases might not even read well due to their weakness in mastering alphabetical symbols. It is believed that Comic Strip can be used as a way of teaching Christian educational materials for SDLB students. Keywords: teaching Christian education materials, students of special needs, Comic Strip

Basic Concepts of PAI Learning System Planning

This study aims to identify the fundamental ideas behind the planning of the Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) learning system. This study employed a liberal research methodology, drawing instances from earlier classes and basing it on written tests. This study is qualitative. Data collection comes from logical diary articles, news from local governments, and research results from theories and books. The result of this PAI Learning system planning research is to bring innovations to the world of education so that teachers know that learning system planning integrates teachers into the performance of their educators' duties to meet student learning needs. However, PAI learning system planning is not done independently but is carried out through activities involving individuals. Thus, it can be said that the learning system is influenced by a number of elements and circumstances.

Klasifikasi, Fungsi, dan Relevansi Metode Pembelajaran PAI

The educational curriculum continues to change and adapt as time goes by. Learning methods as an element in the curriculum also need to be developed so that they can always be relevant. Therefore, in this research the author wants to examine the classification, function and relevance of Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) learning methods. The results of this research state that the classification of learning methods is a grouping of methods used by teachers to interact with students so that the learning process can run effectively. Several other things that were also studied in this research include the classification of learning methods in general, namely conventional and unconventional learning methods along with their functions and the relevance of these learning methods in PAI subjects according to their time (orde lama, orde baru, and reformasi).

Religious Literacy Reinforcement-Based Tolerance Education: A Didactic Reflection Method on Islamic Religious Education Through Action Research

Efforts to foster an attitude of religious tolerance in students within an educational setting relies on the reinforcement of literacy skills. This emphasis is grounded in the recognition that a genuine appreciation and respect for religious diversity are more likely to thrive within a literate society. Therefore, this research sets out to explore strategies for enhancing literacy skills through the prism of Islamic religious education (PAI, Pendidikan Agama Islam) course with the specific goal of fostering a climate of tolerance. Action Research was adopted as the research design, involving a sequential through three distinct phases: pre-action analysis, action implementation and post-action analysis. This research was conducted in a university in West Java by involving 120 participants, evenly distributed between 60 male and 60 female students. The outcome of this research delineates a structured framework comprising six pivotal stages of learning, in the acronym TADBIR. This framework serves as a strategic blueprint for religious literacy initiatives that employ a profound influence on the cultivation of religious tolerance. The TADBIR framework encompasses the following steps: Teaching the Tolerance Value, Analyzing Tolerance Verses, Discovering Solutions, Behavioring, Influencing and Reflection. The implementation of this TADBIR framework yielded a notable increase in religious tolerance toward a positive direction. This research concludes the pedagogical approach encapsulated in the TADBIR acronym is effective in enhancing religious tolerance among students with effectiveness score of 81.56%. The main contribution of this paper is how to map students' religious tolerance attitudes. Through an action research approach, this research tries to pioneer practical steps that can guide educational practitioners in increasing attitudes of religious tolerance through strengthening religious literacy.

Language Creativity in Presenting Hindu Religion Material

Teachers are required to be creative in packaging learning activities in various ways. One of the creativity carried out by prospective teaching students is modifying familiar songs into songs containing learning material about Hindu religion. Therefore, it is important to conduct this research to describe language creativity in presenting Hindu religious material and the obstacles faced in modifying songs. Creativity in presenting material is very important in order to achieve effective communication in learning activities. This research is classified as qualitative research with an empirical approach. This research was carried out by collecting a number of songs containing Hindu Religious Education material developed by students of the Pendidikan Agama Hindu Study Program, STKIP Agama Hindu Amlapura in classroom management practices and interviewing students regarding the difficulties or obstacles experienced when being creative in modifying songs so that they contain Hindu religious material. The results of this research show that there are several songs that students tend to create and modify in classroom management, namely children's songs whose rhythms are very familiar, such as the songs Balonku, Pelangi-Pelangi, Lihat kebunku, Naik Becak, Satu-Satu Aku sayang Ibu. From the rhythm of these songs, they were modified into songs containing Hindu religious material, namely Panca Yadnya, Panca Sraddha, Tri Pramana, Three Basic Frameworks of Hindu Religion, Tri Kaya Parisudha, Holy Books and Holy Places Hindu religion. When carrying out this creativity, students also experience various difficulties or obstacles, such as using diction, adjusting rhythm, packaging material, and limitations for complex material.

PERENCANAAN PEMBELAJARAN BERDIFERENSIASI PADA MATA PELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA HINDU DAN BUDI PEKERTI

This research aims to conduct a critical analysis regarding the learning plans prepared by Pendidikan Agama Hindu dan Budi Pekerti teachers in implementing differentiated learning. The importance of this research refers to the phenomenon that the application of differentiated learning is still rarely carried out by teachers, including in the subjects of Hindu Religious Education and Character. This research uses a qualitative method where data collection is carried out by non-participant observation, structured interviews and documentation studies. Data analysis is carried out through data reduction, data display and conclusions. The results of the research found that in order to prepare a good differentiated learning plan, the things that need to be considered are related to the preparation of teaching modules, preparation of assessment instruments and preparation of essential material. The teaching module serves as a guide for teachers in carrying out learning activities from beginning to end, and in the context of differentiated learning, this teaching module can include designs for content differentiation, process differentiation, product differentiation and learning environment differentiation. Furthermore, the preparation of diagnostic assessment instruments is intended to map students based on learning readiness, interests and learning styles. Then the preparation of essential material is intended to support readiness for the process of achieving Learning Outcomes contained in the learning elements in the subjects of Pendidikan Agama Hindu dan Budi Pekerti.

Penggunaan Model Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning dalam Peningkatan Keaktifan Belajar Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Katolik dan Budi Pekerti Kelas IX SMP Budi Murni 2 Medan Analisis Website Sistem Informasi Akademik (Simak)

The research aims to investigate the use of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model in ninth-grade students at SMP Budi Murni 2 Medan to assess the improvement in students' learning activeness in the subject of Catholic Religious Education. This study utilizes a qualitative approach and employs three data collection techniques: observation, interviews, and documentation. The data processing technique involves the use of source triangulation analysis and techniques. The targets of this research are ten ninth-grade students from SMP Budi Murni 2 Medan, one PAK (Pendidikan Agama Katolik) teacher, one Deputy Principal, and two peer teachers. The research findings include the following: First, the implementation of the learning model by the teacher in ninth-grade at SMP Budi Murni 2 Medan follows the five steps in the Catholic Religious Education subject at the school. Second, the evidence indicates an improvement in the learning activeness of ninth-grade students when the teacher applies the Problem Based Learning model in the subject of Catholic Religious Education.

Evaluasi Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam di Lembaga Kesejhateraan Sosial Anak Yatim Putri ‘Aisyiyah Karanganyar

The evaluation of learning plays a strategic role in maintaining quality education. Learning and Care Centers can serve as a primary alternative in the development of values and character of students through an integrated Islamic Religious Education (Pendidikan Agama Islam) learning approach combined with a comprehensive learning evaluation system. This research aims to understand the methods of Islamic Religious Education learning at the Orphanage 'Aisyiyah Karanganyar. The research methodology employs a qualitative-descriptive approach with field research. The research findings indicate that the Islamic Religious Education learning methods at the 'Aisyiyah Karanganyar Orphanage are effective, as evidenced by the practical application of Islamic Religious Education learning by the foster children regarding "maeri" (moral education) conveyed by the educators (musyrifah). Learning.

Implementation of Human Resource Management (HRM) In Improving Teacher Performance and Insuring Education Quality

In an effort to advance a school, human resource management, especially educators, has a very crucial role. The quality of education refers not only to the end result, but also to the learning process and the human resources involved. In measuring the quality of education, it is necessary to consider a number of factors, ranging from inputs, namely the quality of students and school infrastructure, the learning process that takes place in the classroom, to outputs, namely students' academic achievement and readiness to face future challenges. This study aims to understand the practices, policies and concrete steps taken by SMP 1 Kalikotes towards Human Resource Management (HR) for Islamic Religious Education Teachers (Guru Pendidikan Agama Islam). By focusing on the implementation of teacher resource management, this research will provide information, this research will provide information in revealing the best practices and challenges faced by the school in an effort to improve the quality of education. Field research is a relevant approach to explore the dynamics and challenges faced by schools in managing teacher human resources to improve the quality of education. This research will adopt a case study research design. The results of our research show that SMP 1 Kalikotes Klaten has made significant efforts in teacher training, both through internal and external training. The program of making teaching modules and implementing the independent curriculum is well designed and in accordance with the needs of teachers, helping to improve skills and knowledge in the teaching process.

TEACHER’S EFFORTS IN OVERCOMING PAI LEARNING DIFFICULTIES JUDGING FROM THE LEARNING STYLES OF STUDENTS AT SMA PATRA MANDIRI 01 PALEMBANG

Learning difficulties can occur if the teacher is not qualified in taking learning methods. Therefore, teachers need to facilitate learning in the classroom according to the learning styles of students. This study aims to determine the learning difficulties experienced by students as well as complement previous studies on the efforts that teachers can make in overcoming these difficulties. This type of research is a case study. Data collection techniques use observation, interviews and documentation. Data validity techniques use triangulation techniques. The results showed the form of PAI (Pendidikan Agama Islam) learning difficulties of visual students in the form of difficulty reading the Qur'an and slow to understand learning material, auditory students namely difficulty reading the Qur'an, difficulty writing Arabic letters, and slow in memorization, and kinesthetic students namely difficulty reading the Qur'an and slow in memorization. The efforts of PAI teachers in overcoming visual learners' learning difficulties are using audio-visual learning media when explaining material and marking important things with color variations. To overcome the learning difficulties of auditory students, namely using audio-visual learning media when explaining learning material, inviting students to read aloud, and using discussion methods and group assignments. Meanwhile, to overcome learning difficulties, kinesthetic learners are doing practice.

Students’ Problem on Mastery of Islamic Religious Education Subject in Pandemic and Implications For The Curriculum Completeness and Competence Quality

Problems of learning Islamic Religious Education (PAI=Pendidikan Agama Islam) during the pandemic have been discussed a lot, but have not related much to the mastering PAI learning materials. The purpose of this study was to analyze the problem of student mastery in Islamic Religious Education during the Covid-19 pandemic. The analysis includes: a description of students' mastery of material problems and their implications for curriculum completeness and competence quality. This qualitative research relies on interview, observation, and documentation data. The research participants involved 30 students and 6 teachers at SDI Luqman al-Hakim, SDN Integrated Model, and SDN Sobontoro I Bojonegoro. The results showed that based on the learning outcomes document, all students had exceeded the passing grade. but based on interviews, they do not understand the material they have studied. The problem of students' mastery of Islamic Religious Education during the Pandemic period was in the form of low achievement of cognitive aspects, inaccessibility of affective and psychomotor aspects. In line with that, the problem of student mastery of the PAI material has an impact on the problem of curriculum completeness and the quality of student competence. The results of this study recommend the importance of supporting institutional infrastructure, teachers and parents at home.

Eksplorasi Guru Pendidikan Agama Islam dalam Menanamkan Karakter Islami di SMP Muhammadiyah 4 Surabaya

This writing is presenting about the Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) class for the pupils. One of the most crucial pillars of character education is Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI). The development of students' religious sense will be the foundation for a strong character education program; as a result, the PAI lesson serves as a supporting lesson for character education. Through the teaching and learning of PAI, students are taught the importance of believing in God as the cornerstone of their faith, the quran and hadith as their way of life, fiqh as a code of law when studying Islam, the history of Islam as a moral example, and ethics as the standard of human behavior.

PEMANFAATAN LEMBAR KERJA SISWA DALAM PENINGKATAN HASIL BELAJAR PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM

The study discusses the use of Student Worksheet (Lembar Kerja Siswa) in Islamic Religious Education (Pendidikan Agama Islam) subject in SMP Darul Maarif. Student Worksheet is a tool that helps to activate students in learning and improve communication in the classroom. Student Worksheet contains instructions and guidance that assist students in completing their tasks by covering the basic competencies that need to be achieved. Student Worksheet has different functions for teachers and students, where Student Worksheet makes it easier for students to understand the subject matter, while for teachers, Student Worksheet serves as a guide in directing students and considering the thought process that needs to be developed in students. This study aims to determine the process, interest, and influence of Student Worksheet utilization in Islamic Religious Education subject. The research methodology uses a qualitative approach with descriptive research. The data collection techniques are a questionnaire, observation, interview, and documentation. The results show that Student Worksheet helps students understand the subject matter, saves time, and serves as an evaluation tool. The use of Student Worksheet in Islamic Religious Education subject in SMP Darul Maarif is still not maximized; therefore, this study is conducted to optimize its usage. The study concludes that Student Worksheet can improve students' interest and understanding of the subject matter, and teachers need to develop teaching materials that are attractive and easily understood by students, especially in the field of Islamic Religious Education subject.

Understanding of Moderation Verses in Books Published in 2014 and 2017 Perspective of Jurgen Habermas' Ideology Criticism

Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti (PAIBP), published by Kementerian Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan in 2014 and 2017 book was the main source for high schools in Indonesia. But, a previous study found that this book contained some radicalism value meanwhile, the government tried so hard to eradicate it through a moderation campaign. However, this book still contains some themes of moderation in the discussions such as unity (ukhuwah), tolerance and democracy which would be the focused of this study. This research then aims to review some article of the Qur`an that contains moderation value to gain explanation, discussion and easy implementation. The framework of this study was ideology critics by Jurgen Habermas which consisted of two steps of research to find technical understanding and reflected understanding. The technical understanding was found by several field investigations using observation in all 9 public senior high schools in Rembang regency and interviews with the PAI teacher and also the students from all levels with snowballing sampling. This study found that technical understanding of this book stopped at normative-definitive comprehensions while the implementations could not be done because this book's explanations were too short. It was also influenced by the understanding of the teachers and the teaching style of the teachers that was very subjective. The only implantation founded was reading the qur’an verses by ilm tajwid. The reflective understanding was found by a series explorations of Qur’anic exegesis books and several Islamic classical literature. The results of this study shows that this book could be upgraded by (1) extended the meaning of ukhuwah (2) limitations of the practice of tolerance and (3) additions discourse of democracy in the field of sharia and contextualization of democracy in the context of Indonesia.

Digital-Based Islamic Religious Education (IRE) Learning Model at Senior High School

Contemporary learning trends lead to digital implementation. Digitalization of learning has implications for the effectiveness and efficiency of achieving learning objectives. Demand and need for implementing digital-based learning in Moral and Islamic Religious Education (Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti, PAI dan BP) because the students are millennials. Digital-based learning design includes objectives, teaching materials, digital media, methods, and evaluation (assessment tools). This study aimed to find a digital-based learning model for PAI and BP subjects at senior high schools. This type of research was qualitative. Observation, interviews, and document studies carried out techniques of data collection. Data was collected through various settings, sources, and methods. Data analysis techniques used data condensation, information disclosure, and conclusion. The study results showed that the digital-based Islamic religious learning approach was scientific and student-centered; Islamic religious learning used Google Classroom, assisted by WhatsApp. Teaching materials were designed as power points, pdf books, and videos. The digital learning model with a student-centered approach has several indicators, including interactive digital learning strategies, lecture methods, assignments, simulations, inquiry, and Islamic religious learning-specific scenarios, namely habituation, exemplary, praise, and threats. Learning techniques use WhatsApp, connected to other social media such as Facebook and Instagram. Learning tactics through humor, singing, rhetoric, and surprise. The implications of implementing digital-based learning models can create a learning atmosphere that encourages students to be more interactive, foster creativity, and develop independent learning.

Manajemen Lembaga Pendidikan Islam di Madrasah: Analisis Tentang Model dan Implementasinya

Management of Islamic educational institutions has an important role in shaping the quality of education in line with Islamic principles. The management model of Islamic educational institutions can become the essence and complexity of the management of Islamic educational institutions, illustrating how elements of professionalism, religious values, and dimensions of leadership combine to create a holistic educational environment. In this regard, this study aims to analyze the model and implementation of the management of Islamic educational institutions in madrasas. This research was conducted at MTs. Pendidikan Agama Islam. the research method used is descriptive qualitative. The results of research at MTs. Pendidikan Agama Islam namely, the management of Islamic educational institutions demands more than conventional managerial skills. In addition to competence in planning, organizing, supervising and controlling, religious aspects play a central role in decision making and carrying out administrative tasks. The concept of sacred intention is the main driving force, inspiring action with the aim of carrying out education as a religious deed that follows the teachings of Islam. The purpose of this paper is to describe the combination of managerial attitudes and Islamic leadership values ​​as an essential foundation.

The Use of Heuristic Reasoning in Christian Education

The grace of Christ needs to be on the agenda of preaching Christian Education in the current after-pandemic atmosphere. Students need clarity about themselves and why they must entrust their lives to the Lord Jesus. The contribution of Christian educators is to strive for them to grow in faith and become mature disciples of Christ later. The process of becoming a disciple of Christ, of course, is by paying attention to the cognitive workings of each student. And it becomes an essential part of Christian pedagogy so that teaching quality hits and succeeds. Heuristic reasoning is one of the proposed models because Christ himself used this reasoning with many people, including His disciples. This study aims to describe the definition and benefits of applying heuristic reasoning as a teaching method in Christian Education (hereafter, Pendidikan Agama Kristen/ PAK). This interview-based study utilized the perceptions of 20 PAK teachers in Indonesia discussing the benefits of heuristic reasoning at different levels of education and its implication in teaching Christian education. The findings revealed heuristics help teachers make quick decisions without being bogged down by irrelevant information. Thus, educators can leverage heuristics to encourage critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills among their students.

Integrasi Nilai-Nilai Profil Pelajar Pancasila dalam Pembelajaran PAI (Studi Kasus di SMAN 2 Tanjung)

Pancasila Student Profile as the basis for Independent Curriculum contains significant values in the development of excellent human resources. The aspect of independence in this curriculum does not mean the absent of responsibility in facilitating students, but instead a requirement for the learning activities to not limit the potential of students. The implementation of this latest curriculum requires a comprehensive integration of the values of the Pancasila Student Profile, which in this case is specified to Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI). This study aims to identify the process of integrating the values of the Pancasila Student Profile in PAI at SMAN 2 Tanjung. Researchers used a qualitative approach through case study method and data analysis through descriptive analysis methods. The results showed that the integration of the values of the Pancasila Student Profile in PAI at SMAN 2 Tanjung has been well performed using the Webbed model by Fogarty, where the Pancasila Student Profile is the core theme in the learning. But the effectiveness of learning activities can be further improved by using more variation in methods and media of learning, so that students will be more enthusiastic on participating in learning at the class.

Implementation of Religious Moderation Values in East Priangan Higher Education

The notions of extremism and radicalism have penetrated the world of education; Public Higher Education is more vulnerable to radical movements due to the perspective that tends to see religious issues in black and white. Islamic Religious Education (Pendidikan Agama Islam—PAI), taught to students as a primary subject, is an opportunity to shape students' attitudes toward religious moderation as the next generation. East Priangan has a historical burden (heritage) that Indonesia has ever faced; East Priangan is the basis of the Darul Islam Movement, which has the Indonesian Islamic Army (DI/TII) led by SM. Kartosuryo. The study aimed to describe and analyze the implementation of religious moderation values for higher education students in East Priangan, including the University of Garut, the Indonesian Institute of Education, and the Garut Institute of Technology. This study uses a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques using observation, interviews, and documentation. The results showed that the efforts of PAI lecturers in building students' attitudes of religious moderation through understanding the methodology of Islamic teaching, the substance of the PAI curriculum was directed at moderate character, the role models and attitudes of PAI lecturers, there were discussion rooms, Qur’anic learning programs, mentoring and coaching of student activity units, and evaluation. Building a philosophy of religious moderation is an effort for students to respect religious diversity and build student collective awareness at universities in East Priangan.

Pluralistic Islamic Religious Education: A Vision for Indonesia

This essay argues for the development of a pluralistic Islamic religious education in Indonesia based on the principles of positive pluralism, in which students can hold tightly to their convictions while at the same time understand, accept, and engage with those who differ in beliefs. Specifically, this essay focuses on how to develop an Islamic Religious Education—Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) in Indonesian—that is pluralistic, shaping students who are open-minded, tolerant, and have a positive outlook on accepting and working together in the midst of differences.