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Memorizing the Qur’an is not just about the ability to store verses in memory, but also about how to maintain those memorized verses so that they remain strong and enduring in the long term. At MA Raudlatul Ulum Putri, the tahfidz activity is an essential part of the daily routine of the female students, and the method of takror (repetition) is implemented as the main strategy to support the sustainability of their memorization. This study aims to describe how the takror method is implemented in the Qur’an Memorization program and its impact on students' retention of memorized verses. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data was collected through observations, interviews with the tahfidz teachers, and several students.  The findings show that the implementation of takror is carried out in three stages: planning, implementation, and evaluation. All activities are organized by one teacher responsible for tahfidz, and are conducted in a special class that accommodates takror time separately from general lessons. This takror method not only strengthens the students' memory of the verses they have memorized but also fosters a sense of responsibility, discipline, and provides tranquility and satisfaction for the students in the process of memorizing the Qur’an).

The learning process is the implementation of the curriculum in educational institutions to influence students to achieve predetermined goals. Lack of student enthusiasm in the learning process results in learning outcomes that are not optimal. The purpose of the study was to analyze the influencing factors and teacher strategies in improving the learning outcomes of fifth grade students in Mathematics at Al-Muhajirin Islamic Elementary School. The method used is qualitative. Data collection techniques with observation, interviews and documentation. The research findings show that student learning outcomes at Al-Muhajirin Islamic Elementary School are classified as good, but there are still students with low learning outcomes. This can be seen from the average score of the midterm exam which although it is quite satisfying, but there are students who have not reached the standard of completeness. The research conclusions include the supporting and inhibiting factors for student learning outcomes. Internal supporting factors include motivation and attitude, while external supporting factors come from relationships with parents, teachers and the environment. Meanwhile, internal inhibiting factors are motivation, intelligence, interest and talent, self-confidence, and discipline. External inhibiting factors include family, school and peer environment. The teacher's strategy in improving student learning outcomes is to provide motivation, use varied learning strategies, provide learning methods that are in accordance with the situation and conditions of students and use interesting learning media in accordance with learning materials.

Qur’anic literacy plays a strategic role in shaping students’ character in Islamic educational institutions, particularly at TPQ and RTQ. This study aims to analyze how Qur’anic literacy contributes to strengthening children’s moral, spiritual, and social values in both formal and non-formal educational contexts. Employing a qualitative approach through an extensive literature review, the research synthesizes findings from previous studies on Qur’an-based character education, emphasizing the multidimensional nature of literacy that goes beyond reading and memorization. Qur’anic literacy encompasses understanding, internalizing, and applying Qur’anic teachings in daily behavior and decision-making processes. The results indicate that several interrelated factors influence this process, including habituation through regular practice, exemplary role models provided by parents, teachers, and community leaders, as well as the role of the social environment in reinforcing values. Furthermore, constructive implementation of rewards and sanctions is found to be effective in sustaining children’s motivation and discipline. Early habituation of reading, memorizing, and reflecting on the Qur’an has been proven to nurture positive traits such as responsibility, honesty, empathy, and social awareness. The study highlights that Qur’anic literacy is not only a pedagogical tool but also a holistic instrument of character formation that aligns spiritual values with modern educational challenges. These findings affirm the necessity of optimizing Qur’anic literacy programs through synergy among families, schools, and communities, ensuring that children grow into religious, virtuous, and resilient individuals. Ultimately, Qur’anic literacy serves as a foundation for building a generation that is intellectually capable, spiritually grounded, and socially responsible in contributing positively to society and addressing global challenges.

This study aims to analyze the principal's strategy in fostering student discipline at Madrasah Aliyah Al-Hidayah Sungai Bengkal, Tebo Regency. Student discipline is a crucial aspect of character development and academic success. This research employs a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data collection techniques include observations, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The findings indicate that the principal implements various strategies such as enforcing school rules, instilling religious values, applying rewards and sanctions, and enhancing communication with parents. However, challenges exist, including students’ lack of awareness regarding the importance of discipline and limited school supervision. Therefore, this study recommends increasing the involvement of all stakeholders, including teachers and parents, to support student discipline development.

This study aims to explore how cooperative learning strategies contribute to the enhancement of students’ religious character within the context of Islamic Religious Education (PAI). Using a literature review approach, this research collects and analyzes various scholarly sources concerning cooperative learning models, religious character values, and the teacher’s role in shaping students' personalities based on Islamic principles. The findings indicate that cooperative learning strategies not only engage students cognitively but also create a learning environment that fosters the internalization of religious values such as honesty, responsibility, discipline, empathy, and tolerance. The teacher's role as a facilitator is crucial in guiding group dynamics to be infused with moral and spiritual values. Thus, this strategy proves to be both relevant and effective in supporting a holistic approach to religious character education.

This study aims to determine the extent to which learning outcomes in Catholic Religious Education and Character Education can be improved through the application of the scientific learning method among second-grade students at SD Santa Maria Cirebon. The learning materials focused on the topics “My Parents,” “The Role of Family Members,” and “Playing with Friends.” The research subjects consisted of 20 second-grade students, while the object of the study was their learning outcomes following the implementation of the scientific learning method. This method encourages students to actively observe, question, experiment, reason, and communicate their learning outcomes independently and responsibly. The research was conducted over three cycles, each including planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. The results indicated a significant improvement in students' learning outcomes. In the first cycle, the average student achievement was 75%, which increased to 85% in the second cycle and reached 100% in the third cycle. In addition to cognitive development, there was also notable improvement in social aspects such as independence, responsibility, and discipline. The number of students showing positive development increased from 75% in the first cycle to 95% in the second cycle, and further to 98% in the third cycle. These findings suggest that the scientific learning method is effective in enhancing both academic performance and social character in Catholic Religious Education and Character Education. Therefore, it is recommended that this method be more widely applied in similar learning contexts.

Islamic education plays a crucial role in shaping the character and spiritual intelligence of students. Through Islamic learning strategies, students are not only provided with religious knowledge but also guided to develop moral, ethical, and spiritual values in their lives. This article discusses the influence of Islamic education on the development of spiritual intelligence, the role of educators, and the challenges and implications of its implementation. The research findings show that Islamic education significantly contributes to the formation of disciplined, honest, responsible, and empathetic individuals. Although there are some challenges in the implementation of this strategy, such as limited resources and resistance to religion-based approaches, Islamic learning strategies can have a significant positive impact on the moral and spiritual development of students. Islamic education also has positive implications in students' social relationships and the development of environmental awareness.

The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the learning process. Based on observations of teacher activities during Cycle I, teacher engagement increased from 65% in the first meeting to 81% in the second meeting. This improvement indicates that teacher activity falls within the "good" category. However, not all observed indicators were fully met in each session. In contrast, student activity during the learning process was categorized as "fair," with 61% in the first meeting and 75% in the second meeting. The results of the action test in Cycle I showed that classical learning mastery reached only 36%, which did not meet the predetermined target of 85%. The classical absorption rate was 63%, also falling short of the expected 65%. Out of all students, 8 achieved learning mastery, while 14 did not. This was primarily due to a lack of motivation and limited understanding of the concepts being taught. Based on the observations of both teacher and student activities and the Cycle I test results, the researcher proceeded with Cycle II in an effort to make the learning process more effective and efficient. The teacher made efforts to reflect on and address the shortcomings from Cycle I.

This research uses a qualitative approach to identify societal issues that affect both individuals and communities. At SMP Negeri 17 Malang City, the principal, student representatives, PPKn teachers, and a number of students served as data sources. Data collection methods included observation, interviews, and documentation. The collected data includes both primary and secondary sources. We used both formal and unstructured interviewing methods. This study's data analysis process included three steps: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion/verification. We also used triangulation methods to assess the validity of the data. Pre-field, fieldwork, involvement during data collection, and data analysis are the phases of the study process. To define Pancasila ideals and learn how to apply them using the cooperative learning model at SMP Negeri 17 Malang City, this research set out to ascertain the role that PPKn instructors play in doing so. The study's findings demonstrated that instructors have a responsibility to care for, acknowledge, and counsel pupils who lack motivation or discipline in addition to imparting knowledge. To prevent such issues, it is recommended that future research focus more on the role PPKn instructors play in boosting students' enthusiasm to study and selecting learning models that fit the infrastructure and facility requirements.

This article explores the nature of the philosophy of Islamic education and its integration with the philosophy of mathematics in the learning process. The philosophy of Islamic education is rooted in the Qur’an and As-Sunnah and is further reinforced by the thoughts of Muslim philosophers. It encompasses three main aspects: ontology (the nature of existence), epistemology (the sources and methods of acquiring knowledge), and axiology (values and purposes). Islamic education aims not only to shape individual character but also to build a holistic educational system based on Islamic values. In this context, education is not merely a process of knowledge transfer but a means of fostering moral and spiritual development in learners. On the other hand, the philosophy of mathematics from the perspective of Islamic education emphasizes that mathematics is not solely an exact science of arithmetic, but also a discipline closely related to ethical and moral values in Islam. Mathematics is viewed as part of the divine order of Allah’s creation, reflecting His greatness. Therefore, the integration of Islamic educational philosophy and mathematical philosophy in learning offers a deeper approach to mathematical concepts. This approach not only enhances students’ cognitive understanding of the material but also instills spiritual awareness and values of faith and piety. By combining scientific and religious aspects, the learning process becomes more systematic, meaningful, and aligned with the comprehensive goals of Islamic education.

This study aims to explore the factors that affect the effectiveness of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in improving student learning outcomes. PBL is a learning method based on real problem solving that requires students to think critically and work collaboratively. Although PBL has been proven effective in a variety of contexts, its implementation in developing countries and in various disciplines still faces challenges. The factors tested in this study included student characteristics (such as motivation and critical thinking skills), facilitator quality, environmental support (including educational facilities, technology, and policies), and subject matter characteristics. Through a literature analysis and case studies in several educational institutions, this study found that the effectiveness of PBL is highly dependent on the interaction between these factors. The characteristics of active and independent students, well-trained facilitators, and adequate environmental support can promote the achievement of better learning outcomes. Meanwhile, subject matter that is relevant and in accordance with the needs of students also plays a big role in the success of the implementation of PBL. This study provides recommendations for educators and policymakers to consider these factors in designing and implementing PBL in the educational environment.  

Student discipline is a crucial aspect in the world of education that directly affects the effectiveness of the learning process. This study aims to analyze the implications of punishment on student discipline using a behaviorist learning theory approach. In this theory, punishment functions as a consequence that reduces unwanted behavior, while positive reinforcement aims to encourage expected behavior. A case study of Mrs. Supriyani, a teacher accused of committing violence against students, is the focus of this study. The results of the study indicate that punishment given appropriately and consistently can build a deterrent effect and increase student discipline. However, excessive or unfair punishment tends to have negative impacts, such as emotional resistance and damaged teacher-student relationships. To achieve more effective discipline, a combination of educational punishment and positive reinforcement is needed so that students not only understand the bad consequences of violations but are also motivated to demonstrate good behavior. Prospects for further development of this research include the implementation of restorative justice methods in conflict resolution and strengthening the role of teachers as learning facilitators who educate without having to cause fear.

The purpose of this study is to determine and describe quantitative data on the effect of learning discipline on social studies learning outcomes in grade V. This study uses a quantitative approach with a Pre-Experimental Design type of research. The experimental design used is One-Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The population and sample in this study were grade V students with a total of 20 students. The data collection techniques used were observation and testing. The data analysis techniques used were descriptive statistical analysis and inferential statistical analysis. The results of this study indicate that the application of learning discipline has an effect on student learning outcomes. This can be seen in the difference in the average number of learning outcomes before applying learning discipline (pretest) of only 54.37. While the average number of learning outcomes after applying discipline (posttest) was 83.43. And the results of the inferential statistical analysis using the t test showed that the t-count value obtained was 7.935. Degrees of freedom (db) = 20 - 1 = 19 with a significance level of 0.05 obtained t table = 2.093. So, tcount > ttable or 7.935 > 2.093, then the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected and the alternative hypothesis (H1) is accepted. This means that the application of learning discipline has an effect on student learning outcomes in the subject of social studies class V SDN Wadukopa.

The era of globalization brings great challenges to the world of education, especially in shaping the character of the younger generation. Christian Religious Education (PAK) learning has a very important role in facing these challenges, especially in strengthening students' character. This study aims to analyze the role of PAK learning in building students' character amidst the flow of globalization. The method used in this study is a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis, through data collection from interviews, observations, and literature studies. The results of the study show that PAK learning not only teaches religious values, but also provides a solid moral foundation for students in facing the negative effects of globalization. PAK plays a role in shaping students' attitudes of discipline, responsibility, tolerance, and integrity, which are very important in facing the changing times. Therefore, Christian religious education is one of the important means in strengthening students' character so that they are able to adapt well in the challenging era of globalization.

The development of preschool children is crucial to monitor, as they are vulnerable to developmental deviations if not provided with proper stimulation. One essential aspect of development is gross motor skills, which involve movements of the whole body, particularly core muscle activities such as the arms and legs. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of penguin exercise and kids yoga on the development of children's gross motor skills. The research design used was a pre-experimental design with a two-group pre-post test model. The population consisted of 66 students from RA Masyithoh V in Probolinggo City, with 40 respondents selected using purposive sampling. Data collection included editing, coding, scoring, and tabulating. The instruments used were KPSP Observation Sheets, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and activity modules. The data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. The results showed significant differences in children's gross motor development before and after the implementation of penguin exercise and kids yoga, with a p-value = 0.000 (ρ < α = 0.005). The Z-value for pre-post penguin exercise was -4.379, while for pre-post kids yoga it was -4.134. These results indicate that penguin exercise is more effective in improving gross motor development in children. Movements in penguin exercise, such as opening wings, turning heads, flapping arms, and stomping, help stimulate various muscle groups. Meanwhile, kids yoga, when practiced regularly and with discipline from an early age, also positively contributes to the enhancement of gross motor skills in young children.

This study aims to examine the communication strategies implemented in the Qur’an memorization (tahfidz) program at Al-Qur’an Ath-Thabraniyah Islamic Boarding School (Pesantren). The tahfidz program is a complex process that not only emphasizes the cognitive aspect of memorization but also involves deep emotional and spiritual approaches. Communication strategies serve as the main instrument in building understanding, creating acceptance, and motivating students (santri) to achieve their memorization targets. This research uses a qualitative approach with methods including observation, interviews, and documentation to obtain in-depth data. The findings reveal that tahfidz instructors apply communication strategies based on Pace and Faules’ theory, which consists of three main objectives: To Secure Understanding, To Establish Acceptance, and To Motivate Action. These strategies are applied through providing insight into the virtues of Qur’an memorizers, setting appropriate schedules for memorization activities, and delivering motivation through inspirational stories and the benefits of memorizing the Qur’an. The tasmi’ sessions, held regularly, also serve as a medium for evaluation and for strengthening the students’ spiritual and mental development. With effective communication strategies, the tahfidz guidance process becomes more efficient, thus enhancing students’ enthusiasm and discipline in memorizing the Qur’an optimally.

This study investigates the influence of learning motivation, student discipline, and ethics on sixth-grade students’ learning attitudes in IPAS at UPT SPF SD Negeri Ujung Tanah 1 Makassar. Employing a quantitative approach with a saturated sample of 65 students, data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed through multiple linear regression with SPSS 26. The results demonstrate that motivation, discipline, and ethics each positively and significantly affect students’ learning attitudes. Simultaneously, these variables jointly influence learning attitudes significantly. Among them, student ethics was identified as the most dominant predictor. These findings suggest that fostering ethical behavior and enhancing motivation and discipline is critical in shaping positive learning attitudes among elementary students in the context of IPAS.

This study aims to examine the implementation of social competence of Christian Religious Education (PAK) teachers in disciplining students at UPTD SD Negeri 070988 Hilinakhe, Gunungsitoli City. The social competence of PAK teachers has an important role in creating harmonious relationships between teachers, students, and parents, which can support the creation of discipline in the school environment. This study uses a qualitative approach by exploring library sources to describe how PAK teachers apply social competence in disciplining students. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with PAK teachers, direct observation in class, and analysis of documents related to discipline policies implemented in schools. The results of the study indicate that PAK teachers at UPTD SD Negeri 070988 Hilinakhe have implemented their social competence in an effective way, through good communication with students, providing moral and spiritual examples. The conclusion in this study shows that the implementation of consistent discipline strategies for the diversity of student backgrounds is greatly influenced by the social competence of teachers through good communication. In addition, there is closer cooperation between the school, students, and parents to strengthen the implementation of discipline in the school environment.

This study aims to analyze the role of Christian Religious Education (PAK) teachers' work ethic in character building of students at SMP Negeri 4 Tuhemberua, North Nias Regency. The work ethic possessed by a teacher not only affects the quality of learning, but also has a significant impact on the formation of students' character, in terms of discipline, responsibility, and integrity. PAK teachers have a strategic role in instilling moral and spiritual values ​​through role models and teachings applied in everyday life. This study uses a qualitative approach with a literature study method to describe the work ethic of PAK teachers that contributes to the formation of students' character. The results of the study indicate that the work ethic of PAK teachers, which includes exemplary behavior, discipline, and commitment to the profession, has an impact on the formation of students' character at SMP Negeri 4 Tuhemberua. Students who are equipped with the basic work ethic of teachers show an increase in attitudes of discipline, responsibility, and honesty. The conclusion in this study is that strengthening the capacity of PAK teachers in integrating work ethic in all aspects of learning is useful for supporting the formation of students' character.

Challenges faced by Christian Religious Education (PAK) teachers in dealing with the diversity of student backgrounds that affect the acceptance of the values ​​taught This study examines the role of Christian Religious Education (PAK) teachers in providing examples through noble morals to students at SMP Negeri 1 Lahomi, West Nias Regency. The noble morals possessed by a PAK teacher play an important role in shaping students' character, especially in the context of religious education that emphasizes moral and spiritual values. This study uses a qualitative literature method. Data were collected through document analysis related to learning activities and teacher interactions with students. The results of the study indicate that PAK teachers at SMP Negeri 1 Lahomi provide strong examples through noble morals in various aspects, such as patience, honesty, discipline, and compassion. PAK teachers also use an approach based on religious values ​​to guide students in developing good character. This study concludes that strengthening PAK teachers to provide examples in developing noble morals has an impact on students in creating themselves as role models for others.