The Character Journal Of General and Character Education

SINERGISITAS GURU PAI DAN ORANG TUA DALAM PEMBENTUKAN KARAKTER RELIGIUS SISWA

Nursila Sofia — 2025-06-30

This research was synergy between Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers and parents in shaping students' religious character at SMAN 1 Kerinci. The study was motivated by the observed limitation among students at SMAN 1 Kerinci, particularly their lack of awareness and internalization of religious values. The research employed a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, while the data analysis was conducted through the stages of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing.

The results of the study revealed several key findings. First, PAI teachers allocate specific time to meet with parents to discuss the spiritual and moral development of students, address challenges and achievements, and help parents better understand the importance of religious education in shaping their children’s character. In addition, activities such as congregational prayers, religious study sessions (pengajian), and Qur'an recitation, which are regularly held at school, aim to habituate students to worship and deepen their spiritual understanding.

Second, the school actively celebrates major Islamic holidays by involving parents in the planning and implementation of these events, thereby creating a joyful atmosphere that enhances religious learning. PAI teachers and parents collaborate in designing these activities, which strengthens the connection between school and family while reinforcing the students’ religious education

QUANTUM TEACHING: STRATEGI INOVATIF UNTUK MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR SISWA

Anggun Viona — 2025-06-30

Islamic Religious Education plays a vital role in shaping students’ religious character. However, PAI instruction in schools often still relies on conventional approaches that fail to encourage active student participation, leading to decreased learning motivation. This study aims to describe the effectiveness of the Quantum Teaching model in enhancing students’ learning motivation in PAI subjects at SMPN 1 Sungai Penuh. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation. The research subjects consist of the PAI teacher, the vice principal, and students from class VIII. The results indicate that the implementation of Quantum Teaching through the TANDUR stages (Grow, Experience, Name, Demonstrate, Repeat, Celebrate) successfully creates an active, enjoyable, and meaningful learning atmosphere. This model enhances students’ emotional, social, and cognitive engagement, which positively impacts their motivation to learn. The teacher shifts from being a traditional instructor to a facilitator who is able to accommodate various learning styles and individual student characteristics.The study concludes that Quantum Teaching is effective in increasing learning motivation and is particularly relevant for PAI instruction, especially within the context of the Kurikulum Merdeka (Independent Curriculum), which emphasizes contextual, humanistic, and student-centered learning.

MODERASI BERAGAMA DI PONDOK PESANTREN : STUDI DI AZZAKARIYAH MERANGIN

Ahmad Syapuan — 2025-06-30

This research is motivated by the emergence of conservative, intolerant, and extremist religious views in responding to local wisdom, as well as a lack of national commitment. The objectives of this study are: (1) to describe the current condition of Pesantren Azzakariyah in Muara Panco Village, Renah Pembarap District, Merangin Regency; (2) to analyze the implementation of religious moderation values at the pesantren; and (3) to identify supporting and inhibiting factors in the implementation of religious moderation values. This study employs a qualitative approach with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis is conducted using triangulation techniques.

The findings indicate that: (1) religious moderation at Pesantren Azzakariyah is reflected in attitudes of tasamuh (tolerance), national commitment, al-musawah (anti-discrimination and non-violence), and acceptance of local culture; (2) the implementation of religious moderation values is carried out in three stages: planning, implementation—through formal learning in the madrasah, classical Islamic book studies (kitab kuning), Arabic language training, and extracurricular activities—and evaluation; This study recommends strengthening collaboration between pesantren and the local community in promoting religious moderation values, as well as optimizing the role of digital media as an inclusive and tolerant religious education platform.

INTEGRASI ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) PADA KURIKULUM MERDEKA

Junso Nainggolan — 2025-06-30

This study examines the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Islamic Religious Education at SMPN 5 Kerinci as part of the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum. Using a qualitative approach and the Miles and Huberman data analysis technique, the study involved three informants: the Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teacher, the principal, and the vice principal of SMPN 5 Kerinci.

The findings reveal that AI has successfully enhanced the development of more interactive and relevant learning content. Applications such as the “Mobile APP Al-Qur’an Tajwid Tafsir and Audio” and “Complete Prayer Guide APP” provide real-time and in-depth visual feedback, enriching the learning process by helping students better understand Qur’anic recitation and prayer procedures.

However, the study also identifies several challenges, including unstable internet access, limited devices, and a lack of AI application content specific to Islamic education. These issues hinder the effective use of AI and affect the integration of technology in learning. To address these challenges, teachers at SMPN 5 Kerinci adopted strategies such as downloading materials for offline access, sharing devices, and creating additional content. This adaptive approach allows for more optimal use of AI despite existing limitations.

These findings offer valuable insights into the challenges and solutions in implementing AI technology in religious education and provide recommendations for future research in different contexts.