Religion Education Research Articles

Juridical-Psychological Etudes on the Teaching of Religion in Schools in Albania

Religion and politics have consistently gone through a tough relationship. The public debate on religion repeatedly gives the idea of being a "sterile debate", since knowing or coming up with the absolute truth is almost impossible when it comes to religious-civil power-state institutions and religious institutions. Much worse concerns clashes between civilizations and religions worldwide, with bloody conflicts still on the rise nowadays. Hence, the topic on religion must never be underestimated, and yet, never overestimated as well. Precisely, this article conducts a dual-track analysis, on one hand, the possible constitutional admissibility of teaching religion in schools, and on the other, the empirical analysis aimed at collecting data on the opinion of parents, teachers, and school psychologists regarding the inclusion of religion-related subjects in school curricula. The small sample used for semi-structured interviews emerged as having opposing viewpoints about whether or not religion should be incorporated in school curricula. This paper focuses on the topic of religiosity, wrapped up in its own veil of mystery, and it affects the innermost angle of human beings. The relationship with the divine does not allow anyone to touch what is revered just for existing. For these and other reasons, this issue is constantly complex to deal with, but at the same time, it is overrun by hues that modern jurists must grasp and give real value to constitutional principles that keep a democratic society alive, capable of including rather than excluding anyone.
 
 Received: 2 January 2023 / Accepted: 01 March 2023 / Published: 5 March 2023

Efforts to Cultivate the Character of Responsibility in Students Through Religious Education at MTS Nurul Ali

Given the demoralized information, there has been a loss of noble values inherent in our nation, such as honesty, politeness, togetherness, shame, responsibility, social care and so on. The purpose of this research is to seek to cultivate the character of responsibility in students through religious education at MTS Nurul Ali. This research method is descriptive qualitative. There were 5 informants, namely one Deputy Head of Madrasah, two religion teachers at Mts Nurul Ali, and two general subject teachers at Mts Nurul Ali. The results of this study for character building are forgotten by the school, so far too tempted to use academic goals, intellectual intelligence is encouraged, while emotional and spiritual intelligence is marginalized. Thus, if noble characters are embedded in students, noble character will automatically be reflected in student behavior in everyday life.

Legal regulation of religion in the context of ecclesiastical law as a model of a single legal space in Europe

The purpose of this article is to identify the key historical aspects of the formation of the teachings of religion within the Christian faith. In the course of the study, it is established that the church did not interfere with the existence of nation states, proclaiming the need for European unity. The conclusion of the manuscript argues for the church's (in its general sense) desire to subordinate political power in European states, which would serve to establish unified methods of government. The theological and canonical principles of Catholic religious doctrine provided the basis for such methods. The church's teachings became the basis for the formation of rules aimed at regulating relations in society in general, interpersonal relations and relations between the individual, the state and the church in particular. The article also examines and reveals the processes of integration of cultural studies in the environment, including science and art. The church actively finances various projects of preservation and restoration of historical art objects and promotes the development of new artistic directions. The church also actively promotes the development of science, primarily in the field of theology and philosophy. Such actions are quite valuable, because the church demonstrates adherence to its principles and values, thereby encouraging people to adhere to them as well. Such influence caused the integration and emergence of ideas of humanistic principles in the European consciousness. Moreover, the established canon law actively contributed to it. It became the basis for many branches of secular law.

Kesulitan Siswa dalam Menghafal Ayat di SMP Negeri 2 Sungai Pua

The difficulty of memorizing verses of the Qur'an is a situation that makes it difficult for students to embed memorized verse material into memory when recalling verses that have been memorized. The research objectives were to find out: 1) Students' difficulties in memorizing verses at Sungai Pua 2 Public Middle School, 2) Supporting factors and obstacles in memorizing Al-Qur'an verses at Sungai Pua 2 Public Middle School. The research method is qualitative with observational data collection techniques, interviews with school principals, Islamic religious education teachers and several students as well as documentation. Based on the results of the study it can be seen that: 1) students' difficulties in memorizing verses of the Al-Qur'an. : a) the appearance of laziness in the memorizer. b) Students lack focus and concentration. c) when you experience this, the mind will be overstimulated (distracted), thus reducing the ability to remember. 2) Supporting factors and obstacles in memorizing verses of the Qur'an for second grade students at SMP N 2 Sungai Pua. There is support from parents and Islamic religion teachers and there is cohesiveness to motivate students to always memorize verses so that there are no mistakes when depositing verses those who have memorized, to know and understand the meaning or meaning contained in the verses of the Qur'an a) cannot divide the time properly, forget about similar verses. b) love disturbances, difficulty repeating memorization, weakening enthusiasm for memorizing, and not being consistent in memorizing verses of the Qur'an.

Religions Education and Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) in Korea: Current Status and Characteristics

Religions Education and Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) in Korea: Current Status and Characteristics

The Utilize of Tembang Macapat by Ki Ageng Selo As an Islamic Da’wah Media in Javanese Society of Selo Village, Grobogan, Indonesia

<p>The teaching of religion in each belief has its own characteristic. Various kinds of media and methods are used to invite someone to follow these religious thought. Islam is one of the largest following faiths in the world. The spread of Islam in Indonesia that is by way of marriage, trade and even with art. One of those arts is by using a traditional song, namely the tembang macapat. The people of Selo village, Grobogan at first had Hindhu-Buddhist beliefs and dynamism. The use of tembang macapat as an Islamic da’wah media attract the attention of the Javanese society in that village. The tembang<br />macapat was made by Ki Ageng Selo. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with ethnographic approach. The data were collected through the document analysis of tembang macapat and in-depth interviews with related sources. The results of this study revealed that there is a connection in the utilize of Ki Ageng Selo's tembang macapat as an Islamic da’wah media at that time. The song contains the Quran and hadiths in Islam. This study will be a message on the relationship between tembang macapat and culture in the community, especially in selo village, Grobogan.</p>

Mewaspadai Generasi Lemah Menurut Al-Quran

The character building of this Islamic youth is an obligation that must be carried out. In the teachings of the noble Islamic religion, youth as part of the people of Muhammad SAW play a very important role. Tanjung Ibus is a village located in Langkat Regency, Secanggang District. It is a village with an overall population of Muslims. However, the average condition of the people with economic conditions is lower and poor. With the majority of occupational professions they are farmers and fishermen. So, to revive the economy and living conditions of the people in this village, there needs to be a real movement. Especially the movement of character building for the younger generation with the aim of forming a generation that can make changes to the standard of living in their respective families and even be able to build their villages into prosperous.

THE ROLE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION TEACHER DEVELOPMENT ON THE VALUES OF RELIGIOUS TOLERANCE AT SMAN 8 PONTIANAK


 
 
 
 This study aims to determine the role of religious teachers in instilling religious tolerance values, the forms of tolerance that are being taught, and the factors that support and prevent the instillation of religious tolerance values. This research uses a qualitative approach with the type of phenomenological research. Data was collected through observations, in-depth interviews, documentation, and internet searches. The data analysis used is phenomenological data analysis, which is a method that prioritizes data analysis through phenomena experienced by key informants. The results indicated that religion teachers at SMA Negeri 8 Pontianak served primarily as educators, mentors, models, and role models, in addition to counselors. SMA Negeri 8 Pontianak embraces forms of tolerance, such as mutual aid amongst students of different beliefs, mutual respect for diversity in school, and perpetual peace in the sense that students never argue over the teachings or beliefs of other students. In addition, the delivery of religious tolerance in children is facilitated by good cooperation between school inhabitants and suitable infrastructure and facilities. The cognitive maturity of various students inhibits the process of instilling the ideals of religious tolerance in students, as a result of which the process is inhibited.
 
 
 

The training of the religion teacher

The most complete knowledge of the situation of the Christian family today and the deeper understanding of its spiritual vocation in the Church and society are imposed as two fundamental coordinates of the teacher of religion. This fact evokes the need for faithfulness and discernment for the faith of every Christian, as well as his need to face the complex reality of today's society. Respecting the missionary principles of the Church and those of general pedagogy, the religion teacher has several pedagogical roles. The continuous formation of educators who teach religion in schools foresees a necessary and mandatory missionary involvement of the Church.

Perceptions of Students of the Islamic Religion Education Study Program on Lecturer Professionalism at the Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training Raden Fatah State Islamic University Palembang

This research aims to determine the Perceptions of Students of the Islamic Religion Education Study Program on the Professionalism of Lecturers at the Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teaching Sciences, State Islamic University of Raden Fatah Palembang. In this research using qualitative methods, qualitative research. The results of the research show that the perceptions of students of the Islamic Religious Education Study Program towards Lecturer Professionalism at the Tarbiyah and Teacher Training Faculty of UIN Raden Fatah Palembang, reveal varying perceptions, between one student and another, because everyone who expresses perceptions critically is influenced by feelings, experiences, thinking abilities, and other aspects according to what is felt, then their perception can be revealed. On average according to students regarding the professionalism of lecturers in terms of lecturer pedagogic competence, of course there is no doubt from the scientific field, insight, educational foundation, but all of that cannot be denied that there are also some lecturers who do not apply their pedagogic competence as there are some lecturers who do not use media and methods varied learning so that lectures feel bored and monotonous.

Sassanids and Their Attitude to Medical Knowledge

The Sassanid Empire ruled in Iran between 224 AD and 651 AD. The founder of this dynasty, Ardashir I (241-224 AD), a Zoroastrian cleric, took two very important steps in the beginning; One was the creation of a central government and the other was the formalization of the religion of Zoroaster. The homogeneity and alignment of government and religion in the Sassanid administration had very important effects on the growth and development of science and knowledge, especially medical science, which began in the Achaemenid Empire (330 559 AD). The under-consideration question in this research is that despite the class system and the monopoly of learning science and knowledge in the privileged classes of society, what was the status of medical science in the Sassanid period? This study showed that medical science had the highest position in the teachings of Zoroastrian religion; Because with that, they took care of their health and performed their religious duties well, and with it, they overcame the devil. In Zoroastrian religious texts, the duties and characteristics of the physician, the types of diseases and how to treat and the rules related to ‘Tebabat’(medicine) are discussed. In addition to this, the encouragement policy of kings and Sassanid government, including; Expanding cultural and scientific relations with India, Greece and Rome, translating the works of foreign physicians into Pahlavi and archiving them along with the formation of a large library, inviting foreign physicians to work at ‘GondiShapur’ University and sending Iranian physicians abroad in order to acquire more medical knowledge and experience, they were very influential in the growth and development of medical science. The current study has been conducted in a historical method with reference to library sources and archaeological sources as well as new researches have been used to complete the topics. It seems that due to the spread of Iranian civilization in the Sassanid era and paying attention to science and knowledge as well as the creation of a medical city in the Sassanid period, medical knowledge had a great importance in this period and this knowledge was researching professionally.

THE ROLE OF ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION LEARNING IN INCREASING COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT FOR CHILDREN MENTALLY DISABLED

This study aims to describe the results of relevant research regarding the Islamic religious learning model in cognitive development for mentally retarded children and provide solutions to these learning problems. This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. Methods of data collection in the form of interviews, observation, and documentation. Primary data sources were obtained through Islamic religion subject teachers at SLB B Pembina Palembang through an interview process. It is hoped that from this source data related to the learning process, learning models, and learning situations will be obtained. As for other data obtained from observations during Islamic religious learning in class IX SMPLB mental retardation and documents, namely the process of searching for theories and other data through books or journals. The results of this study state that of the various learning models applied, mentally retarded students will be able to understand the material if it is repeated continuously by the teacher for an unlimited period of time. Learning models such as reading, writing, practicing, watching, and listening to seek and prepare students in understanding the teachings of the Islamic religion. However, mental retardation has cognitive limitations that cause students to have problems in the learning process. So that there are problems with mentally retarded children at SLB B Negeri Pembina Palembang, namely, mentally retarded students easily forget and are slow in understanding and memorizing the material provided.

Strategi Penerapan Budaya Religius Di MTS Ma’arif NU Randegansari

Strategy is a way that is used to apply access from thought ideas that are poured into concrete actions. In this context, strategy is the basic reference for implementing religious culture at MTs Ma'arif NU Randegansari. Religious culture has a meaning that smells of Islam with its application to produce cognitive and affective learning in schools. Values, meanings, norms in religious culture are the main foundation for determining the right steps to know and understand what is the meaning behind religious culture at MTs Ma'arif NU Randegansari. The focus of this thesis research is: What is the Strategy for Implementing Religious Culture at MTs Ma'arif NU Randegansari. This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach, while the data collection technique used is the method of observation, interviews, documentation. In this study, the researcher used a triangulation data validation test. In this study, the results were found from research using interview, observation, and documentation methods. The results of interviews with school principals, deputy principals, and religion teachers at MTs Ma'arif NU Randegansari show that the strategies for implementing religious culture in students are: 1) through example or giving examples, 2) getting used to good things, 3) upholding discipline, 4) providing motivation and encouragement, 6) through advice (mauidzah), 5) creating a religious atmosphere for students. The strategy used to cultivate religious values at MTs Ma'arif NU Randegansari is a persuasive strategy which is a way or an attempt to be able to influence the attitudes, opinions and behavior of students both verbally and nonverbally. Persuasive strategies are not coercive, changes in attitude or behavior come from personal encouragement. Thus persuasive strategies create more consistent attitudes and behaviors. directing smoothly will prevent students from feeling afraid and coerced when students do something that is actually an order from the teacher.

Professionalism of Christian Religion Education Teachers at Public Elementary Schools in Southeast Minahasa Regency

Professionalism of Christian Religion Education Teachers at Public Elementary Schools in Southeast Minahasa Regency

Religious pluralism and the challenge of relativism

This article deals with the various challenges of relativism when engaging with the reality of religious diversity in teaching and research. The richness of the teachings and practices of various religious traditions, combined with an acute awareness of the contingency of one’s own religious identity have made it more than ever difficult to argue for the importance or relevance of commitment to a particular religious tradition. I argue that an open and honest engagement with other religious traditions from a confessional perspective offers the most promising alternative to either a classical theological engagement with the resources of only one religious tradition on the one hand, or a neutral comparison of religions on the other. The field of comparative theology offers such middle ground which allows for a genuine openness toward other religious traditions while remaining grounded in the normative teachings of a particular religion. This field offers new approaches to both teaching and research in the area of religious diversity.

Szkolna lekcja religii – założenia a rzeczywistość

Socio-political changes in Poland resulted in the return of religious education to the public school system in 1990, which triggered a widespread social discussion, involving educators, parents and students. This elaboration demonstrates the results of a survey conducted among primary school pupils presenting their opinions on religion lessons, as well as the expectations directed towards a religious professional. The results of the analyses indicate that pupils perceive the importance of religion lessons for their moral development, and that participation in religion lessons provides an opportunity to encourage pupils to practice religion. The effectiveness of religion lessons depends on the religion teacher, his/her preparation and the way the didactic and educational process is implemented. Keywords: religious education, religion lesson, religious professional, pupil.

The Relationship of Supporting Factors That Influence the Performance of Hindu Religious Teachers

<p style="text-align: justify;">Several supporting factors are alleged to influence the performance of teachers. This study aimed to describe the relationship between each research variable and teachers’ performance, either directly or indirectly. This research was conducted through surveys and quantitative approaches that included correlational research types. The research subjects were Hindu religion teachers in 119 state junior high schools, consisting of 517 teachers. The sample of 256 people was determined using the Krejcie and Morgan formula and the Warwick and Lininger formula. The samples from each sub-population were determined with the proportional random sampling technique, and the personal sampling of sample members was determined with the use of lottery techniques. The data were collected using a five-point Likert scale model questionnaire with high validity and reliability. The data analysis technique used in this study was structural equation modelling. The conceptual model met the standards of comprehensive goodness-of-fit requirements. The results of the study show that the average levels of Hindu principals’ leadership, the emotional intelligence of teachers, supervision of school superintendents, school culture, teachers’ work motivation, and the performance of Hindu religion teachers are in the high category. In addition, the hypothesis testing results show there is a significant direct and indirect relationship between the variables in the state junior high school.</p>

Swedish Religion Education in Public Schools—Objective and Neutral or a Marination into Lutheran Protestantism?

Abstract This article takes its point of departure in the recommendations by the Council of Europe, and Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) that recommend that European states should offer education about religions for all school students, regardless of religious or non-religious background. Sweden is one of the countries that provides such education through a compulsory non-denominational religion education (RE) school subject. The compulsory nature of the school subject is possible as long as the teaching is both ‘objective and pluralistic’. In this article, the concept of objectivity but also neutrality is discussed, using the Swedish school subject as an example. The argument pursued is that RE in Sweden, although presented as objective and neutral, also can be understood as ‘marinated’ in Lutheran Protestantism. In the end, the protestant taste of the Swedish non-denominational and compulsory RE is used as a call for further awareness of how the religious history of a given country affects not only education but also the way people perceive the phenomena called religion. These are important perspectives not only for RE teachers who are demanded to teach in a neutral and objective manner, but perhaps also for lawyers?

The Effect of Pancasila Education, Civic Education, and Religion Education on Value Education for The Students During COVID 19 Pandemic

During COVID-19 attack, there are change in the teaching and learning process from onsite to online. It is the challenge for the lecturers in Bina Nusantara to instill value education through Pancasila Education, Civic Education, and Religion Education to instill Value Education. In this situation the purpose of this study is to observe the extent of students' understanding of Pancasila Education, Civic Education and Religion Education on Value Education for the students during Covid-19 pandemic. This research used a quantitative method carried out by distributing questionnaires to 150 respondents as simple random sampling. The collected data were processed using SPSS 22, then completing it using path analysis. This research showed that Pancasila Education and Religion Education in Covid-19 pandemic significantly affect on Value Education. But there is no significant effect of Civic Education on the Value Education. The implication is that Pancasila Education and Religion Education should be delivered more intensively and seriously to instill value education more over Civic Education, so that the students as the young generation are not only having Pancasila, Civic, and Religion understanding but also can live up to the values which are used as core values by Bina Nusantara University.

The Significance Influence of Pancasila Education and Religion Education on the Formation of Pancasila Student Profile by Hybrid Learning

With the rapid development and progress of science and technology, there is almost no place where a hybrid learning system cannot be implemented, namely onsite or face-to-face learning and online learning via zoom meetings or Google meet or other online media, and it is no exception for Tri Mulya Junior High School at Cigugur, Kuningan, West Java, Indonesia. Therefore, this research can be carried out with the main objective to find out how significant the influence of Pancasila Education and Religion Education, in this case the Sundanese Wiwitan Religion, are on the formation of Pancasila student profile, which now is being promoted by the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia? This simple study was designed using a quantitative method by distributing questionnaires to 35 students who are the total number of the students at Tri Mulya Junior High School . From the data obtained, after being processed with the SPSS 22 software program, it was found that Pancasila Education and Religion Education had a very significant influence on the Formation of Pancasila Student Profile for the students at Tri Mulya Junior High School, Cigugur, Kuningan, West Java, Indonesia.