Internalization of Islamic Values through School Culture in Character Formation of Students at MI AL-Hidayah Kebon IX Sungai Gelam: A Naturalistic Qualitative Study

Authors

  • Ahmad Syukri Saleh Postgraduate State Islamic University Sulthan Thaha Saifuddin Jambi
  • Ahmad Husen Ritonga Postgraduate State Islamic University Sulthan Thaha Saifuddin Jambi
  • Wanada Siti Salsabilah Postgraduate State Islamic University Sulthan Thaha Saifuddin Jambi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37251/jber.v7i3.3316

Keywords:

Basic Education, Character Education, Islamic Values Internalization, Qualitative Naturalistic, School Culture

Abstract

Purpose of the study: This study aims to explore the internalization of Islamic values through school culture in shaping students’ character at MI AL-Hidayah Kebon IX Sungai Gelam.

Methodology: A qualitative naturalistic approach was employed to capture the authentic experiences and practices within the school environment. research was conducted at MI AL-Hidayah Kebon IX Sungai Gelam. data analysis process followed data reduction, data display, and conclusion.

Main Findings: The findings indicate that Islamic values are internalized through a combination of religious routines, habituation practices, teacher role modeling, and a supportive environment, which collectively contribute to the development of students’ character, including religiosity, discipline, responsibility, and respect.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this study lies in its integrative analysis of Islamic value internalization, school culture, and character formation within a naturalistic framework, highlighting the role of implicit practices and lived experiences in basic education contexts.

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“Internalization of Islamic Values through School Culture in Character Formation of Students at MI AL-Hidayah Kebon IX Sungai Gelam: A Naturalistic Qualitative Study”, J. Bs. Edu. R, vol. 7, no. 3, pp. 221–227, May 2026, doi: 10.37251/jber.v7i3.3316.

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