Fitrah: Jurnal Studi Pendidikan

Positive Psychology Approach in Islamic Religious Education Learning

2026-02-02T19:30:20+00:00

This study aims to analyze the application of a positive psychology approach in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning as an effort to build psychological well-being and Islamic character in students at SDN 15 Pekat. The study used a qualitative method with a case study design. Data collection was conducted through observation, interviews with the principal, teachers, and students, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that the positive psychology approach is implemented through positive reinforcement, habituation of worship, instilling the values of gratitude, patience, and honesty, and creating a supportive and enjoyable learning environment. The implementation of this approach has a positive impact on increasing self-confidence, optimism, learning motivation, and psychological well-being of students. In addition, this approach also contributes to the formation of Islamic character, such as honesty, discipline, responsibility, empathy, and social concern. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of the role of teachers in consistently integrating the principles of positive psychology with Islamic teachings to create comprehensive and meaningful PAI learning.

Student Learning Activity in Arabic Language Learning Reviewed from Students' Perceptions of Arabic Language Teachers

2026-02-19T16:15:56+00:00

This study aims to describe students' learning engagement in Arabic language learning and examine the factors influencing it based on students' perceptions of their Arabic teachers. This research employed a qualitative approach using observation and interviews as data collection techniques. The data were analyzed using the interactive model of Matthew B. Miles and A. Michael Huberman, which includes data reduction, data display, and verification. Data validity was ensured through source and technique triangulation. The findings revealed that students' learning engagement at MTs Nurul Mi'raj Ndewel varied across different indicators. Based on students' perceptions of their teachers, several factors influencing learning engagement were identified, including interaction management, clarity of teacher explanation, task assignment and guidance, use of learning media, and equal participation in group discussions. The study concludes that understanding students' perceptions can serve as an evaluation tool for teachers to improve instructional strategies in order to enhance students' learning engagement.

Counseling Model Design in Optimization Learning the Qur'an

2026-02-23T00:03:09+00:00

Learning the Qur'an plays a role role crucial in Islamic education, no only in increase skills reading and memorizing, but also deep form character and spirituality students . However , various challenge like low motivation, difficulties in understand text, and obstacles psychological often hinder effectiveness of the learning process. This study aim For designing a counseling model systematically to optimize learning the Qur'an in institutions Islamic education. The methods used is review literature that analyzes theory and research relevant about integration counseling in Islamic education. Findings show that counseling model consists of from three stage Main : (1) Initial Assessment , which identifies obstacle Study students, (2) Assistance Based Counseling, which applies technique like listening, empathy, reflection, and exploration For increase motivation and understanding student towards the Qur'an, and (3) Evaluation Sustainable, which involves monitoring progress and adjustment of intervention strategies If required. This model recommended as approach holistic For increase effectiveness learning the Qur’an and can implemented in institutions Islamic education.

AI integration in Literacy in Indonesian Language Education Literature

2026-03-01T15:40:16+00:00

This study aims to analyze the trend of Artificial Intelligence (AI) utilization in Indonesian Language and Literature learning and formulate an AI-based Digital Ethnopedagogy model that is contextualized with local cultural values. The research background is based on the increasing adoption of generative AI in education, which demands a pedagogical framework that is not only technologically adaptive but also critical and ethical. This study uses the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method with reference to the PRISMA guidelines to select and synthesize relevant articles related to AI and language learning. The selection process is carried out through the stages of identification, screening, eligibility, and inclusion based on thematic relevance and publication quality criteria. The results of the study indicate that AI contributes to improving digital literacy, literary creativity, and critical thinking skills, but also presents ethical challenges, potential dependency, and the risk of reducing originality. Based on the synthesis of findings, an AI-based Digital Ethnopedagogy model is formulated that integrates technological, cognitive-critical, creative, academic ethics, and local cultural context dimensions as the foundation of learning. This model emphasizes that AI needs to be positioned as a collaborative tool that strengthens reflection and the production of meaning, not as a substitute for the role of educators. This study recommends further empirical testing to measure the effectiveness of the model at various levels of education to strengthen its conceptual and implementative validity.

Stimulation of the Development of Verbal Linguistic Intelligence in Autistic Students at Muhammadiyah Elementary School 16 Surabaya

2026-06-08T04:54:06+00:00

Autistic individuals experience verbal and nonverbal communication problems by 40%-50%. This disorder causes verbal-linguistic intelligence in autistic children to be very slow or absent altogether. Therefore, verbal-linguistic intelligence in autistic students needs to be developed, by providing specific stimuli. This study aims to describe the provision of stimuli in improving verbal-linguistic intelligence in autistic students at Muhammadiyah 16 Elementary School, Surabaya. This research is a qualitative research combined with a case study approach. The primary data sources in this study were the inclusion coordinator and one shadow teacher of grade II, and one shadow teacher of grade V. In collecting data, the researcher conducted overt or covert observations, semi-structured interviews, and documentation. The research instruments were interview guidelines and observation guidelines. In data analysis techniques, the researcher used data condensation, data display, conclusion drawing, and verification techniques. The results of the study showed that providing stimulus for the development of verbal linguistic intelligence in autistic students was carried out using various techniques, namely providing stimulus referring to body movements, moving objects, and saying words repeatedly, gradual assistance, using interesting learning media, visual learning media consisting of picture cards and posters, while audiovisual media in the form of children's song videos, cartoon films, gross motor exercises, providing fine motor exercises, presenting learning through storytelling, and role playing, as well as inviting autistic students to imitate animal sounds and pronounce the names of letters.

The Discourse of Digital Transformation and the Epistemology of Islamic Education

2026-06-09T12:05:37+00:00

Digital transformation has triggered moral disruption, the fragmentation of religious authority, and the threat of misinformation within Islamic Education. This study aims to formulate a new paradigm through the reconstruction of an adaptive Islamic Education epistemology in the digital age. Employing a descriptive-qualitative literature review, this study adopts a multidisciplinary approach that integrates aspects of technology, sociology and the philosophy of religion. The findings reveal that the epistemological reconstruction of Islamic Education must synergise revelation, reason and analytical data through the strengthening of the tabayyun (verification) framework in the digital era, alongside the development of teacher competencies based on twenty-first-century skills. The implications of this study underscore the urgency of reformulating the Islamic Education curriculum so that it focuses not merely on the transfer of knowledge or the enhancement of students’ cognitive abilities, but is equally capable of preserving the authenticity of spiritual values and character. This model serves as a strategic reference for Islamic educational institutions in nurturing a generation that is technologically proficient whilst possessing profound moral character amidst the tide of global disruption.

Santri Mengajar: The Amaliyah Tadris Model in Shaping the Spirit and Teaching Skills at Nurul Hakim Islamic Boarding School, West Lombok

2026-06-13T10:32:57+00:00

This study aims to analyze the "Santri Mengajar" (Students Teach) model through the implementation of the Amaliyah Tadris program in developing the pedagogical and professional competencies of students (santri) at the Nurul Hakim Islamic Boarding School (Pesantren) in Kediri, West Lombok. Using a qualitative descriptive approach with a case study method, the researcher acted as the primary instrument. Primary data were obtained through non-participatory observation, documentation of learning plans, and semi-structured interviews with the boarding school leadership, teachers (asatidz), supervisors (musyrif/musyrifah), and students. Data analysis was conducted interactively, encompassing data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing, with validity checks performed through prolonged observation and triangulation. The results of the study show that: First, the Amaliyah Tadris program is implemented through a structured systemic cycle that integrates the curricula of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Medina, and Gontor. This includes the stages of lesson plan preparation (I’dad), teaching practice (Tadris), and critical evaluation through a Naqd (critique) session based on the values of al-‘adl (justice), ash-shihah (truth), at-ta’aawun (cooperation), and al-ifadah (usefulness). Second, this program simultaneously succeeds in developing the students' pedagogical competence by forming the profile of Mudarris al-Mahir (skilled teacher) and professional competence by fostering Ruh al-Mudarris (the spirit of an educator). Nevertheless, a critical-reflective analysis indicates challenges in the form of procedural rigidity and tight clinical supervision patterns, which potentially limit the instructional creativity space of the practicing students.

Evaluation of Child-Friendly School Policies at SMPN 14 Surabaya

2026-06-09T12:05:37+00:00

This study aims to evaluate the implementation of the Child-Friendly School (SRA) policy in SMP Negeri 14 Surabaya using James E. Anderson's policy evaluation theory which includes aspects of policy substance, policy implementation, and policy impact. The research uses a qualitative method with data collection techniques through interviews, observations, documentation, and questionnaires to school principals, teachers, and students. The results of the study show that the SRA policy was implemented in response to the increase in bullying behavior in the school environment. From the substance aspect, the policy is considered relevant to the needs of schools and has a clear legal basis. In the implementation aspect, schools involve all school residents through the division of tasks, teacher training, the application of positive discipline, and the provision of child-friendly support facilities. The impact of the policy shows positive changes in the form of increased learning comfort, better relationships between teachers and students, and the creation of a safer and conducive school environment. However, bullying and violent behavior is still found in the student environment, so it is necessary to evaluate and strengthen policies in an ongoing manner.

Reconstruction of the Meaning of Learning Motivation of Students from Low Socioeconomic Backgrounds in Continuing Higher Education

2026-06-18T20:22:18+00:00

Students from low socioeconomic backgrounds often face various limitations in accessing education, such as financial constraints, learning facilities, and information about higher education opportunities. These conditions have the potential to influence their learning motivation and decisions to continue their education to a higher level. This study aims to analyze the meaning of learning motivation for low socioeconomic students in their efforts to continue their education to a higher level. The study used a library research method by reviewing various scientific literature such as books, articles, and journals that align with the research theme. Data were analyzed using content analysis techniques to identify concepts, patterns, and findings related to learning motivation and students' socioeconomic conditions. The results of the study indicate that learning motivation plays a significant role in encouraging low socioeconomic students to continue their education. This motivation is interpreted as a drive to improve living conditions, achieve goals, make their families proud, and achieve a better future. In addition to intrinsic motivation, support from parents, teachers, the school environment, and access to educational information also contribute to strengthening students' enthusiasm in overcoming various economic limitations. Therefore, inclusive educational support, adequate access to information, and educational assistance programs are needed to increase students' opportunities to continue their higher education.

A Conceptual Framework of Islamic Religious Education for Strengthening Religious Moderation in a Multicultural Society

2026-06-22T13:55:45+00:00

Religious moderation has become a strategic educational agenda in multicultural societies as a response to the increasing challenges of religious intolerance, radicalism, and socio-cultural polarization. Although numerous studies have examined the relationship between Islamic Religious Education (IRE) and religious moderation, existing research generally focuses on individual educational components, such as curriculum, teachers, learning strategies, or institutional policy, without explaining the systematic relationship among these components. This study aims to develop a Conceptual Framework of Islamic Religious Education for Strengthening Religious Moderation in a Multicultural Society. The study employed a Systematic Library Research (SLR) approach by analyzing peer-reviewed journal articles published between 2020 and 2025 and indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, DOAJ, and SINTA. The selected literature was synthesized using Thematic Analysis to identify recurring concepts and reconstruct theoretical relationships. The findings reveal five interconnected dimensions of the proposed framework, namely Input (Wasatiyyah values, multicultural society, and national commitment), Islamic Religious Education (curriculum, teacher competence, learning strategies, school culture, and digital literacy), Internalization Process (dialogue, reflection, habituation, experiential learning, and collaborative learning), Output (religious character, tolerance, justice, inclusiveness, and mutual respect), and Outcome (religious moderation, social harmony, and a peaceful multicultural society).

Collaborative Transformation of Teachers and Principals in Strengthening the Quality of Science Learning in Elementary Schools

2026-06-22T14:50:08+00:00

This study aims to analyze the collaborative transformation between teachers and principals in strengthening the quality of Natural Science (IPA) learning in elementary schools through a qualitative literature study approach. Educational collaboration is not only understood as technical cooperation, but also as a transformational process involving paradigm shifts, participatory leadership, and a culture of continuous learning in the school environment. This research method uses a literature study approach by analyzing various scientific sources, such as reputable journals, academic books, and national education policy documents. The results of the study indicate that collaborative transformation between teachers and principals plays a significant role in improving the quality of science learning through strengthening pedagogical competence, methodological innovation, and visionary collaborative leadership. This transformation takes place through three main dimensions: structural, cultural, and pedagogical transformation. First, in the structural dimension, principals reform the learning management system to be more participatory, by involving teachers in strategic decision-making, curriculum planning, and evaluation of learning outcomes. Second, in the cultural dimension, collaboration is transformed into a school culture that fosters mutual trust, openness, and a commitment to quality learning. The principal acts as a catalyst for change, fostering reflective, innovative, and collaborative values within the school environment. Third, in the pedagogical dimension, collaboration generates innovation in science learning practices.

Strategic Management of Character Development to Enhance Creativity Among Junior High School Students

2026-06-25T15:00:36+00:00

This study focus upon examining strategic management applied within formation concerning student character value, alongside hope concerning fostering their creativity. Essential, this study aim to identify effective method for building student character that can help enhance their creative ability within school environment. This particularly important because, within today’s era concerning globalization, student creativity remain key to preparing innovative younger generation capable concerning competing at global level. Research method employed were qualitative, utilizing case study at junior high school that have implemented character development program regular plus systematic. Research result indicate that character development involving daily habit, project-based learning, plus extracurricular activity have significant impact upon enhancing student creativity. Based upon this finding, it recommended that school incorporate character development into curriculum upon regular basis plus involve various stakeholder to create more organized program that better support student creativity.

A Model for Public Relations Management in Islamic Boarding Schools Based on Islamic Values in Addressing Public Stigmatization

2026-06-25T15:42:36+00:00

This study addresses the critical reputational challenges faced by Islamic boarding schools in the digital age, where the rapid flow of information amplifies the risk of public stigmatization. Recognizing their dual role as transmitters of religious knowledge and builders of social legitimacy through communication practices rooted in Islamic values, this study develops a precise model of public relations management for pesantren. The model is grounded in the operationalization of core Islamic values amanah, ṣidq, tablīgh, and ḥikmah and aims to equip Islamic boarding schools with effective strategies to counter negative public perception. Employing a qualitative case study at Pondok Pesantren Kasyifudduja Madura Ra’as, the research demonstrates that integrating religious values with modern public relations practices ensures a more adaptive, ethical, and sustainable institutional reputation. The study’s thesis is that only through such integration can Islamic boarding schools effectively address public stigmatization and maintain credibility in contemporary societal contexts.