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This study aims to analyze and design Al-Islam learning media on the material of emulating the stories of the apostles Ulul Azmi through an engaging and effective digital storytelling approach to improve the understanding of fifth-grade students at SD MUTU Nunukan. Al-Islam learning, which emphasizes moral and spiritual values, requires innovative media to help students better understand and internalize exemplary attitudes from the prophets. The research method used is Research and Development (R&D) with the ADDIE model, which is limited to two stages: analysis and design. The analysis stage focuses on identifying student characteristics, learning needs, and curriculum requirements related to Al-Islam subjects. Meanwhile, the design stage involves planning digital storytelling-based learning media that integrates visual, audio, and narrative elements aligned with learning objectives. The designed media is expected to support student-centered learning, increase motivation, and make learning activities more meaningful. Through digital storytelling, students are encouraged to actively engage with the content, understand the moral values of the apostles Ulul Azmi, and apply these values in daily life.

This study aims to analyze the synergy between the Cambridge Curriculum and Islamic Education in fostering students’ character who are faithful, knowledgeable, and globally competitive. The research employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, following the PRISMA protocol to trace, screen, and synthesize relevant literature from reputable databases (Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar) within the 2015–2025 timeframe. Out of 142 identified articles, 38 met the thematic and methodological eligibility criteria. The findings indicate that the integration of the Cambridge Curriculum and Islamic Education creates a hybrid educational model that balances global academic achievement with spiritual and moral development. The Cambridge Curriculum provides a framework for 21st-century competencies, while Islamic Education embeds values, manners, and moral accountability. This synergy requires a paradigm shift among teachers, pedagogical innovation, and curriculum policies centered on character formation. The study concludes that character development based on the integration of global curriculum and Islamic values is a strategic pathway to cultivating an excellent and adaptive Muslim generation ready to face global challenges.

The independent real college work (KKN) of Muhammadiyah Sumatra Utara was carried out at MTS Al-Washliyah, Hamparan Perak sub-district, Deli Serdang district. This KKN program aimed to improve literacy and highlight the importance of education for children’s abilities in both character development and student intelligence. The goal of education is to advance intellectual development while instilling moral values, ethics, integrity, and tolerance in students. The results of this study indicate that the role of parents is crucial in developing literacy in students. Parents are encouraged to help children develop a habit of reading books, thus providing a positive influence on their children's educational progress. Additionally, parents' active involvement allows children to have better opportunities to develop their literacy skills. By creating a supportive home environment and fostering positive reading habits, parents play a vital role in improving the overall literacy of students. This KKN program has shown that collaboration between parents and educational institutions can significantly enhance the literacy development of students.

This study examines the crucial role of political ethics in anti-corruption efforts in Indonesia, focusing on Pancasila as the moral and philosophical foundation (Nasoha et al., 2024; Atqiya & Nasoha, 2024). Through a qualitative literature review, the research reveals that weaknesses in political ethics significantly contribute to corrupt practices among elites and state institutions. The study highlights that corruption often stems from a lack of adherence to ethical standards within the political system. Therefore, strengthening political ethics is essential to preventing corruption. The principles of justice, accountability, and public responsibility are critical to this effort, ensuring that government actions align with ethical values. Pancasila’s core values, especially social justice and gotong royong (mutual cooperation), provide a solid moral framework for fostering a transparent, fair, and integrated government system. By embedding these values into political practice, Indonesia can strengthen its anti-corruption efforts, improve public trust, and promote a more just and accountable political environment.

The independent real college work (KKN) of Muhammadiyah Sumatra Utara was carried out at MTS Al-Washliyah, Hamparan Perak sub-district, Deli Serdang district. This KKN program aimed to improve literacy and highlight the importance of education for children’s abilities in both character development and student intelligence. The goal of education is to advance intellectual development while instilling moral values, ethics, integrity, and tolerance in students. The results of this study indicate that the role of parents is crucial in developing literacy in students. Parents are encouraged to help children develop a habit of reading books, thus providing a positive influence on their children's educational progress. Additionally, parents' active involvement allows children to have better opportunities to develop their literacy skills. By creating a supportive home environment and fostering positive reading habits, parents play a vital role in improving the overall literacy of students. This KKN program has shown that collaboration between parents and educational institutions can significantly enhance the literacy development of students.

This study aims to analyze how Islamic education policy in Indonesia functions as a social mechanism in shaping and maintaining societal integration amidst modern social change. Based on Émile Durkheim's functionalism theory, this study views Islamic education as an institution that plays a vital role in maintaining moral order, social solidarity, and preventing symptoms of anomie resulting from an imbalance between traditional values and the demands of modernity. The approach used is qualitative with an exploratory-descriptive orientation, with data collection techniques through literature studies of policy documents, institutional reports, and related scientific research results. The analysis is conducted descriptively and analytically to interpret the social function of the policy based on the concepts of social solidarity, division of labor, and anomie. The results show that policies such as madrasah integration, religious moderation programs, and teacher professionalization have a manifest function in expanding access to education, increasing social mobility, strengthening gender equality, and strengthening cohesion between religious communities. However, latent functions are also found in the form of bureaucratization of educational institutions, resource inequality, and value resistance among local communities. These findings confirm that Islamic education policy operates ambivalently: as an integrative instrument that strengthens social solidarity, but also as an arena for value negotiation between tradition and modernity. Therefore, Islamic education policy needs to be directed in a more contextual and participatory manner to optimally function as an agent of inclusive, adaptive, and sustainable social transformation for modern Indonesian society.

This study examines the role of the martial art Silat Pangean in Kuantan Singingi  Regency, Riau, in reducing crime rates in Singingi Subdistrict. Silat Pangean serves not only as a local cultural heritage but also plays a crucial role in shaping character and moral values within the community. By focusing on the values embedded in the teachings of Silat Pangean, this martial art becomes a constructive medium for enhancing social cohesion and the safety of practitioners, the community, and the broader society from criminal threats. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, applying security theory and cultural communication analysis to explain the impact of this cultural practice on daily life and community security. The research findings indicate that the practice of Silat Pangean contributes to strengthening the social, educational, cultural, economic, and health foundations in Kuantan Singingi Regency and helps in reducing crime rates.

This study aims to determine the role of Community Service Program (KKN) students in increasing interest in learning Islamic Religious Education (PAI) at the Al-Muttaqin Foundation MDTA. The background of this study stems from the low enthusiasm and motivation of students in participating in religious lessons, so that learning innovations are needed that can rekindle their enthusiasm for religious values. KKN students, as part of the implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, have a social responsibility to contribute directly to society, one of which is through educational activities. In its implementation, students apply various creative, interactive, and fun learning methods, such as educational games, group discussions, and role-model-based approaches that make students more active and motivated. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with observation, interview, and documentation techniques during the two-month activity. The results show that the presence of KKN students has a positive influence on increasing student interest in learning, seen from increased discipline, active participation, and curiosity about PAI materials. In addition to being teachers, students also play a role as moral guides who instill religious values ​​through positive behavior and habits.   

Learning design in Islamic religious education plays a crucial role, as it focuses not only on mastering knowledge but also on the development of students' morals and spirituality. This study attempts to explain how Islamic values ​​can be integrated into the learning design process through a thematic study of verses from the Qur'an. This study employed a library research method with a thematic approach, examining verses from the Qur'an related to education and learning themes. The study found that verses such as QS Al-Baqarah: 31, QS An-Nahl: 125, and QS Ali-Imran: 159 contain educational principles relevant to learning design, including careful planning, wisdom in delivery, and compassion in educating. These values ​​align with the principles of modern, learner-oriented learning design. Therefore, the integration of Qur'anic values ​​into Islamic religious learning design serves as an important foundation for creating a holistic and Islamic learning process

Traditional games are an important part of cultural heritage rich in educational, social, and moral values. However, technological developments in the modern era have led children in Merangin Regency to abandon traditional games. They spend more time with gadgets, causing a decline in social interaction and awareness of local culture. Among various types of traditional games, congklak has become one of the least played. This situation encouraged designers to create an educational and engaging medium for children. As a solution, an Illustrated Book of the Traditional Game Congklak of Merangin Regency was designed as both a learning medium and an effort to preserve local culture. The illustrated book was chosen because it can convey messages visually and verbally in an appealing way, making it easier for readers to understand the story and the values contained within it. The design process used the 4D method (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate) with 5W+1H analysis to meet design needs. In addition to the main book, supporting media such as posters, x-banners, t-shirts, tumblers, tote bags, bookmarks, and e-books were also developed. The design feasibility test obtained a score of 90%, categorized as very feasible, covering aspects of storyline, illustration, layout, and language. The content feasibility test achieved a score of 100%, also categorized as very feasible, including cultural, cognitive, social, and character education values. This book is declared highly feasible and effective as a learning medium as well as a means of preserving the local culture of Merangin Regency.

The moral crisis affecting adolescents in the modern era poses a serious challenge to the world of education, particularly Islamic Religious Education (PAI). Phenomena such as declining morals, deviant behavior, and low moral awareness demonstrate the need for strategic efforts in developing adolescent character. This article aims to examine various PAI strategies in addressing the adolescent moral crisis, including strengthening religious values, implementing interactive and participatory learning methods, teacher role models (uswah hasanah), utilizing social media as a means of moral education, collaboration between schools and parents, and developing religious-based extracurricular activities. Through the implementation of these strategies, it is hoped that PAI learning can be more effective in instilling moral and spiritual values ​​in adolescents, thereby forming a generation with Islamic character, noble morals, and capable of facing the moral challenges of the digital era.

This study examines character and competency development through a philosophical approach. This philosophical approach plays a crucial role in developing students' character and competency, ensuring that education is not solely oriented toward knowledge but also toward the formation of morals and a holistic personality. This study employed a descriptive qualitative method, examining the ontological, epistemological, and axiological dimensions within the context of character education. The results indicate that a philosophical approach provides a profound understanding of the nature of humans as moral and rational beings capable of internalizing good values ​​through reflection. This approach also encourages students to think critically, be responsible, and demonstrate integrity in all their actions. Furthermore, spiritual and social aspects are strengthened through the development of empathy, wisdom, and ethical awareness in interactions with the environment. The application of a philosophical approach makes the educational process more meaningful because it touches on the realms of knowledge, morals, and spirituality in a balanced manner. Thus, philosophy-based education can create individuals who are not only intellectually intelligent but also possess strong character, a reflective spirit, and are able to make a positive contribution to society.

The goal of Islamic education focuses not only on improving cognitive abilities, but also on the formation of a complete human being (insan kamil) who integrates knowledge, attitudes, spirituality, and life skills based on Islamic values. This article aims to examine the relevance of Bloom's Taxonomy in the context of Islamic education, particularly its application to Islamic values ​​in educational institutions. This research uses a literature study method with a descriptive qualitative approach through analysis of classical and contemporary literature. The results show that the three main domains in Bloom's Taxonomy—cognitive, affective, and psychomotor—are aligned with the goals of Islamic education. The cognitive domain, as implied in Q.S. Al-'Alaq: 1–5, emphasizes the importance of reading, understanding, and critical thinking as forms of intellectual development. The affective domain is related to the formation of noble character, sincerity, and self-control (Q.S. Al-Syu'ara: 88–89), which serve as the moral foundation of students. Meanwhile, the psychomotor domain emphasizes the application of Islamic values ​​in real behavior through worship, discipline, and social responsibility. The integration of these three domains reflects a holistic approach to Islamic education that balances intellectual, spiritual, and moral aspects. Thus, Bloom's Taxonomy can be used as an integrative learning model that enriches the Islamic education process and strengthens its role in character and civilization formation. Consequently, Islamic educators need to develop learning strategies that not only measure cognitive abilities but also foster students' religious attitudes and skills, leading to individuals of faith, knowledge, and noble character.

This study aims to find the values ​​contained in the novel shown through the characterization of the characters. These characterizations are related to the values ​​that occur in the lives of the characters in the novel Simfoni Persahabatan by Fakhri Violinist. This study uses a qualitative method with a structural approach that focuses on characterization and its relationship to educational values. Data were collected through document study techniques by carefully reading the novel and noting parts related to characterization, then analyzed using content analysis techniques to draw conclusions about the values ​​and messages contained in the novel. The results of the study show that the author successfully presents the characterization of two main characters, namely Nancy who has an arrogant nature and often insults others, and Bintang who is humble and always prays to God. Through the characterization of these two characters, the author conveys various educational values ​​including the value of simplicity, the spirit of pursuing ideals, moral education such as diligent study and humility, character education regarding respect for parents and teachers, the value of hard work, responsibility, patience in facing trials, the importance of admitting mistakes and forgiveness, and friendship. This research contributes to the world of education in utilizing children's literature as a medium for character formation, and provides references in selecting reading materials that suit the needs of children's character development.

This study aims to find the values ​​contained in the novel shown through the characterization of the characters. These characterizations are related to the values ​​that occur in the lives of the characters in the novel Simfoni Persahabatan by Fakhri Violinist. This study uses a qualitative method with a structural approach that focuses on characterization and its relationship to educational values. Data were collected through document study techniques by carefully reading the novel and noting parts related to characterization, then analyzed using content analysis techniques to draw conclusions about the values ​​and messages contained in the novel. The results of the study show that the author successfully presents the characterization of two main characters, namely Nancy who has an arrogant nature and often insults others, and Bintang who is humble and always prays to God. Through the characterization of these two characters, the author conveys various educational values ​​including the value of simplicity, the spirit of pursuing ideals, moral education such as diligent study and humility, character education regarding respect for parents and teachers, the value of hard work, responsibility, patience in facing trials, the importance of admitting mistakes and forgiveness, and friendship. This research contributes to the world of education in utilizing children's literature as a medium for character formation, and provides references in selecting reading materials that suit the needs of children's character development.

Human philosophy is one of the branches of philosophy that explores the essence of human beings, their existence, the values inherent within them, and their relationship with the surrounding environment. In Indonesia, the study of philosophy is often perceived as an abstract subject, distant from everyday life. However, when students are introduced to various cross-cultural philosophical perspectives, a new awareness emerges about what it truly means to be human in a richer and more reflective sense. This study employs a qualitative approach to provide contextual and narrative understanding of students’ experiences in learning human philosophy from diverse cultural and global perspectives. In-depth interviews were conducted with 24 students who had taken the human philosophy course, and the data were analyzed using content analysis to identify key emerging themes. The findings revealed six major themes: developing critical and reflective thinking, understanding cultural diversity, strengthening ethics and morality, increasing self-awareness, making decisions through philosophical perspectives, and fostering tolerance and appreciation for differences. These findings highlight that the study of human philosophy is not only academically relevant but also transformative in shaping students’ character and global awareness. Therefore, it is recommended that human philosophy be taught using a multicultural and global approach, rather than being limited to a single cultural perspective.

This Independent Community Service Program (KKN Mandiri) was conducted to foster the habit of saving and to enhance students’ understanding of the fundamental principles of Islamic finance in Gunung Melayu Plantation Village, Rahuning District, Asahan Regency, North Sumatra Province. The program was designed as an educational-based community engagement activity involving students, teachers, and local residents. The implementation methods included educational approaches such as socialization, counseling, interactive discussions, saving practice sessions, and community service activities as collaborative learning media. The results revealed a significant improvement in students’ awareness of the importance of saving from an early age, their ability to manage pocket money effectively, and their understanding of Islamic financial values such as the prohibition of riba (usury), fairness in transactions, and the importance of seeking blessings in wealth. Furthermore, this program strengthened community and school participation in supporting sustainable Islamic financial literacy initiatives. Overall, the KKN activity had a positive impact on shaping students’ financial intelligence, discipline, and Islamic moral character.

Conflict is an inevitable phenomenon in organizational life and has the potential to greatly affect performance, interpersonal relationships, and institutional sustainability. The complexity of interactions in educational, business, and social environments makes this issue increasingly relevant for in-depth study. This study aims to examine the development of scientific studies on types of conflict and conflict management strategies over the past six years. The main focus of the study is to answer two questions: what types of conflict are most dominant in organizations, and how are conflict resolution strategies applied in various institutional contexts? The research method used is a literature review with the main keyword “types of conflict,” through searches in several scientific databases. From the selection results, five relevant articles were obtained and then analyzed based on research themes and trends. The analysis results show three main findings. First, conflicts within organizations can be classified into intrapersonal, interpersonal, and intergroup conflicts. Second, conflict resolution strategies emphasize the importance of effective communication, collaboration, mediation, and participatory leadership in creating sustainable solutions. Third, ethical and religious dimensions are also important aspects in building fair and harmonious resolutions. This study confirms that effective conflict management requires a multidimensional approach that integrates managerial, psychological, and moral values. Researchers are encouraged to conduct comparative studies between institutions to enrich their understanding of organizational conflict dynamics.

This article aims to explore the leadership management of Timothy, a young leader in the Bible, by examining his values, principles, challenges, and the relevance of his leadership for contemporary Christian students. The study employs a qualitative literature review method by analyzing the books of 1 and 2 Timothy, supported by relevant management and theological literature. The findings reveal that Timothy’s leadership is characterized by faithfulness, exemplary living, humility, courage, spiritual discipline, and a strong commitment to maintaining the purity of Christ’s teachings. In facing challenges such as false doctrines, social pressures, and limited congregational support, Timothy demonstrated managerial skills grounded in faith and obedience to the guidance of the Apostle Paul. The study highlights that Timothy’s leadership principles remain highly relevant for Christian students today in developing integrity, resilience, and service-oriented leadership. Furthermore, his example provides valuable insights into integrating spiritual management within academic and organizational contexts. This article contributes to a deeper theological understanding of leadership management that unites faith-based values, moral responsibility, and practical competence to respond wisely and ethically to the challenges of modern life.

Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) as traditional Islamic educational institutions not only serve as places for shaping students’ character, morals, and spirituality but also hold great potential in developing community economic independence through the management of pesantren business units. These business units are a concrete manifestation of the values of independence, hard work, and responsibility taught in the pesantren’s educational process. The purpose of this study is to examine in depth the role of pesantren business units in supporting the economic self-reliance of the pesantren itself as well as their contribution to empowering the surrounding community. This study employs a descriptive qualitative method with a case study approach on several pesantren that have successfully developed various business units such as cooperatives, agriculture, livestock, garment production, and student shops. The results show that pesantren business units function not only as a means of entrepreneurship education for students but also as a primary source of funding to support the operational activities of the pesantren. In addition, they act as the driving force of the local economy by creating employment opportunities, increasing income, and promoting community-based economic empowerment. The success of pesantren business units is influenced by professional management, strong leadership support, and the ability to innovate and adapt to changing times.