Jurnal Pendidikan Agama Islam Indonesia (JPAII)

Teachers' Creativity in Teaching Islamic Religious Education and Its Impact on Students' Learning Interests

Maryam Hulinggi — 2025-09-15

Purpose of the study: This study aims to describe the creativity of Islamic Religious Education teachers in teaching and its relation to the learning interests of grade VII students at Muhammadiyah Pone Junior High School.

Methodology: This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study type to gain an in-depth understanding of creative learning strategies carried out by Islamic Religious Education teachers in the school context. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with teachers, students, and principals, direct observation in teaching and learning activities, and analysis of supporting documents such as learning implementation plans and evaluation notes. Data analysis was carried out using data reduction techniques, data presentation, and interactive conclusion drawn. The research procedure includes the preparation stage (determining the focus of the problem and research permits), the stage of data collection in the field, the stage of repeated analysis to find creative learning patterns, to the stage of verifying findings through triangulation of sources and methods.

Main Findings: The results of the study show that Islamic Religious Education Teachers apply various creative approaches, such as the use of Islamic stories, simulations of worship practices, visual media, and contextual discussions related to students' daily lives.

Novelty/Originality of this study: Islamic Religious Education learning that is managed creatively, with the support of the principal, is able to foster student involvement and interest in learning in a more meaningful way, so that grade VII students have high enthusiasm, activeness in class, and positive learning interest in Islamic Religious Education subjects.

The Use of the Quantum Teaching Method to Improve Learning Outcomes of the Al-Qur'an and Hadith Subject for Class IX.6 Students

An'nisa Miranti Amri — 2025-09-16

Purpose of the study: The purpose of this study was to determine the learning outcomes of the Al-Qur'an Hadith of class IX.6 students before using the quantum teaching method, the learning outcomes of the Al-Qur'an Hadith of class IX.6 students after using the quantum teaching method, and the differences in learning outcomes of class IX.6 students before and after using the quantum teaching method.

Methodology: The type of research used was Pre-Experimental with a One Group Pre-Test - Post-Test design. The sample of this research was class IX.6 as an experimental class totaling 25 students without a control class.

Main Findings: The study concluded that student learning outcomes before using the quantum teaching method were in the "very low" category. Student learning outcomes after using the quantum teaching method showed an increase in learning outcomes. There was a significant difference between the scores before and after using the quantum teaching method.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty in this study is the use of the Quantum Teaching Method which can Improve Learning Outcomes of the Qur'an and Hadith Subjects in Grade IX Students. This is because there has never been a similar study before which makes this study something new and a new reference for readers and further research who want to study the quantum teaching method in the subjects of the Qur'an and Hadith.

The Social Competence of Al-Qur’an Hadith Teachers and the Learning Motivation of Seventh Grade Students at Madrasah Tsanawiyah

Nurjamilah Indah Lestari — 2025-09-27

Purpose of the study: The purpose of this study is to examine the implementation of the social competence of Qur’an and Hadith teachers in optimizing the learning motivation of seventh-grade students at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Radhiatul Adawiyah Mangga Tiga Makassar.

Methodology: This research employs a descriptive qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, with participants consisting of Qur’an and Hadith teachers and seventh-grade students.

Main Findings: The findings reveal that teachers’ social competence significantly enhances students’ learning motivation. Teachers demonstrated strong social skills through openness, fairness, effective communication, and the ability to foster harmonious relationships with students and the school environment. This competence was implemented through enjoyable teaching methods, the use of diverse learning media, and teachers’ active involvement in stimulating students’ enthusiasm for learning. Supporting factors included teacher collaboration and a familial approach, while inhibiting factors comprised students’ low discipline, limited school facilities, lack of specialized training for teachers, and students’ weak foundational abilities.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The originality of this research lies in its specific focus on Qur’an and Hadith teachers at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Radhiatul Adawiyah Mangga Tiga Makassar, offering new insights into the role of teachers’ social competence as an effective strategy to enhance students’ learning motivation in Islamic secondary education. This study emphasizes the importance of teachers’ social competence in creating a positive learning atmosphere and fostering active student participation.