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The strategy to improve the quality of higher education cannot be separated from a development system that is planned, directed and organized in running the organization, productive efforts and breakthroughs really need to be carried out and developed because higher education is a forum for producing intellectual generations as well as producing generations who have moral character. The strategy for improving the quality of higher education does not only start from building adequate infrastructure but also must pay attention to increasing the competency of human resources (HR), so that they have good quality competence, both at the national and international level because quality universities are capable of responding to the challenges, needs and desires of society in line with the progress and development of science that continues to advance.

This research aims to explore the prophetic leadership in the story of the prophet Solomon. First, this story is one of the stories that contains many lessons and can be taken by subsequent leaders with Solomon's firm, clever and disciplined leadership style. Everything is explained in QS. Al-Naml verses 15-44. Second, Prophet Solomon was a prophet and king who did not make wealth a priority even though he had perfect power, but led according to God's rules. Third, the stories in the Qur'an are certainly inseparable from warnings and lessons, so it is necessary for every group to emulate what is taught in the Qur'an, one of which is emulating the leadership attitude of Prophet Solomon. The leadership criteria are: thorough and firm in leading, intellectual, sharp in decisions, virtuous, anti-bribery, physically fit, and always praying.

Students are the nation's successors, so students need to have good morals and morals. This character will grow through the family, school and community environments. One way to instill good morals and morals is through discipline at school. The words discipline are sometimes a scourge for students, because some teachers still apply violence in disciplinary education. Punishment is not an effective method for creating self-control in students. The punishment imposed will encourage bullying at school. The impact of punishment has a negative impact on students not only physically but also mentally. Therefore, it is necessary to apply positive discipline in every school, because by implementing positive discipline, long-term self-discipline will be created. This research on the application of positive discipline was carried out at Mts PUI Ciwedus Kuningan. We hope this research provides a new picture of nonviolent discipline patterns. It is hoped that this research will provide a new picture of non-violent discipline patterns when examining incidents of teacher violence for disciplinary reasons.    

This research article was conducted to determine the effectiveness of the application of the wafa method, namely a method using the right brain in improving the ability to read the Al-Qur'an at SDIT Tawakkal Pacitan for the 2023/2024 academic year. This wafa method has been implemented at SDIT Tawakkal since 2018, making it the first elementary school in Pacitan to apply the Wafa method for learning the Al-Qur'an. This research was carried out from 25 May 2024 to 25 June 2024. This research was carried out at SDIT Tawakkal involving students in class 3 B or Ali Bin Abi Talib class as research subjects. The research uses descriptive methods with a qualitative approach. Based on research in the field, it was found that the application of the wafa method at SDIT Tawakkal can improve the ability to read the Al-Qur'an.

This study aims to examine the strategy of Da'wah and cadre applied by Kh Abdullah Said in forming agents of social change in Indonesia. The background of this study is the significant role of Abdullah Said in the world of Da'wah and Islamic education through the establishment of Hidayatullah Islamic boarding school. The research method used is a literature study, where data is collected from various library sources such as books, journals, and related documents. Research findings indicate that Abdullah Said placed da'wah as a top priority and was active in Cadre from a young age. He developed a structured method of Da'wah known as Manhaj Sistematika Nuzulul Wahyu, and founded a boarding school that combined religious education with practical skills training. The implications of this study suggest that a systematic approach and high commitment in Da'wah can produce effective agents of social change. The study also suggests the need for further research to explore the long-term impact of Abdullah Said's da'wah methods in different social contexts.

This research aims to determine the role of PAI teachers in improving students' character and the supporting and inhibiting factors for students at SMK NU Darussalam, Srono District. The research method used in this research is qualitative. This research used observation, interview, and documentation techniques to collect data. In this research, there are two data sources used, namely primary and secondary data sources. The data analysis technique used is interactive analysis consisting of data reduction, data presentation, and concluding. The research results show that the role of PAI teachers at SMK NU Darussalam, Srono District, positively impacts student character formation. Supporting factors include a supportive family environment, facilitating educational institutions, a positive community environment, and supportive technological media. On the other hand, inhibiting factors include an unstable family environment, negative school culture, negative peer influence, and the negative impact of technological media.    

The purpose of this research is to explain the role of religious education in helping the process of character formation of students at Madinatussalam Private MTs. Qualitative descriptive research method. In the process of collecting data, using observation, interviews and documentation methods. Meanwhile, for the analysis, qualitative descriptive analysis techniques are used, namely in the form of written or verbal data from people and observed behavior so that in this case the author attempts to conduct research that thoroughly describes the actual situation. The author can conclude the results of this research as follows: First, the school's efforts to realize character education are: 1) conducting Islamic studies; 2) take advantage of the commemoration of Islamic Holidays (PHBI); 3) oblige and get used to saying hello and shaking hands with teachers; 4) oblige and make it a habit to always comply with the rules and culture at school; 5) make it mandatory and get used to always praying in congregation when at school. Second, the efforts of Islamic religious education teachers in forming student character: 1) maximizing the delivery of Islamic religious education material; 2) instilling the Islamic style of Ahlusunnah Waljama'ah; 3) Islamic religious education teachers must be active and be role models for their students in applying character education. Third, the strategies carried out by Islamic religious education teachers: 1) use of effective learning approach methods; 2) use of discussion and demonstration methods.    

This research examines the law of studying science in article 1, that science is always developing until now. This study aims to understand the general view of the obligation to study knowledge, hadith about the obligation to study knowledge, and how the ethics of studying knowledge. This study concludes that the law of studying knowledge explains that studying knowledge is one of the most important parts of human life, without knowledge humans will not be able to develop. Demanding knowledge is also considered as a starting point in fostering awareness in behavior. Moreover, in the concept of Islam there is a belief that emphasizes that learning is an obligation and sinful for those who leave it. This belief is so shaping in believers, so they have a high learning ethos and are full of enthusiasm and expect God's “sublime promise” as said in His verse.  

The Ta'lim Muta'alim discusses earnestness, continuity, and lofty ideals. In this chapter, it is recommended to aspire to be noble in knowledge and have sincerity in learning. The lofty ideals recommended in this chapter involve exerting one's utmost effort, supporting oneself, and avoiding laziness. The seeker of knowledge must be earnest and continuous in learning. On the other hand, in order for success to be achieved, it is necessary for all three parties: the student, the teacher, and the parents. Students should be able to learn and repeat lessons continuously. The approach used in this journal is library research, which is entirely a search for reading materials that are library in nature, recording, reading and analyzing books, articles, and literature that have a relationship with the title of the study in this journal.From the explanation above, it can be concluded that a student who is serious about his aspirations must learn by repeating knowledge continuously. Students should repeat knowledge at the beginning of the night and the end of the night because at that time there is a blessing for the one who learns. At night students will be able to concentrate because there are no crowds.    

Aqidah Akhlak education is the initial education or religious foundation that children must have from an early age, Aqidah Akhlak education in elementary schools has been integrated into Islamic religious education subjects. This is in accordance with the aim of education, namely to make students as human beings who fear God Almighty and have noble character. Aqidah itself refers to belief and faith in Allah SWT and its practice, and morals are habits and behaviors that depart from self-awareness both in human relationships with God, human relations and the natural environment. Character building has a meaning as an effort that is carried out in earnest to form character or behavior that can become a person's characteristics, whereas to form the character of elementary school students is not an easy thing because elementary school students have different characteristics. Therefore, this study aims to determine the extent to which the role of aqeedah moral education plays a role in building the character of elementary school students. The method used in this research is a literature study method by reviewing journals and previous research using content analysis techniques. Based on the research that has been done, the results show that aqidah moral education has a very important role in building the character of elementary school students.    

Edukasi agama adalah bagian integral dari pendidikan yang bertujuan untuk mengembangkan dan meningkatkan pemahaman, kesadaran, dan praktik spiritual dalam kehidupan dunia. Mahasiswa merupakan salah satu bagian yang berpengaruh dalam mengembangkan edukasi agama. Peran mahasiswa dalam mengembangkan edukasi agama sangat penting karena mereka merupakan agen perubahan sosial yang memiliki potensi besar untuk dapat mempengaruhi masyarakat di lingkungannya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji peran mahasiswa dalam mengembangkan edukasi agama dalam konteks masyarakat modern. Di zaman sekarang, nilai-nilai keagamaan sering dihadapkan pada tantangan dan perubahan, di mana era yang semakin modern, banyak generasi muda tidak tertarik dengan meningkatkan kapasitas pengetahuan dalam ilmu agama. mahasiswa dianggap sebagai agen perubahan sosial yang memiliki potensi besar untuk memengaruhi masyarakat sekitarnya agar dapat meningkatkan pemahaman dan kesadaran pentingnya ilmu agama. Studi ini mencermati berbagai peran yang dapat dimainkan oleh mahasiswa dalam konteks pengembangan edukasi agama. Melalui pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif, penelitian ini mengidentifikasi peran-peran kunci yang dimainkan oleh mahasiswa dalam pengembangan edukasi agama.

This article discusses the ideology of Muhammadiyah, the largest Islamic organization in Indonesia which was founded by KH. Ahmad Dahlan in 1912. Muhammadiyah ideology focuses on purifying Islamic teachings, with the aim of returning religious practices to the Koran and Sunnah of the Prophet. Throughout its journey, Muhammadiyah has also adopted a modern and progressive approach in the fields of education, health and social welfare. This article explores the basic principles of Muhammadiyah ideology, including the concepts of purification (tajdid) and renewal (islah), as well as their implementation in various social programs and activities. Apart from that, the challenges and adaptations of this ideology in facing social, political and cultural dynamics in Indonesia are also discussed. Through this analysis, this article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the contribution and relevance of Muhammadiyah ideology in the context of modern society.    

This research is motivated by technological advances in the 4.0 era. With these technological advances, teachers must have the ability to use learning technology. So in this study, researchers examined the effectiveness of ICT learning media in Islamic Religious Education subjects at SMPM 2 Balongpanggang. This research aims to find out how effective ICT learning media is in Islamic Religious Education subjects at SMPM 2 Balongpanggang. The method used is quantitative. The population in this study was 21 students. The sample used in the research was 21 students. Data collection techniques use questionnaires. The data analysis technique uses simple linear regression  

This study examines the positive factors of Western culture that contribute to enhancing Islamic religious education. Western culture brings forth various influences that can positively impact the development of Islamic religious education. The study explores factors such as increased access to information, innovative educational approaches, critical thinking, and the promotion of pluralism and tolerance. These factors provide opportunities for Muslims to broaden their knowledge and deepen their understanding of Islamic teachings through wider access to information, engaging educational methods, and the development of critical thinking skills. Additionally, Western culture's emphasis on pluralism and tolerance can contribute to fostering a more inclusive and harmonious environment within Islamic religious education. By analyzing and utilizing these positive factors, Islamic religious education can be enriched and made more relevant in the context of contemporary challenges while upholding the core values of Islam.

Teachers often encounter many obstacles when writing scientific articles. One of them is limited knowledge about how to write scientific papers and how to use reference applications. Another obstacle is the lack of motivation, especially to produce quality scientific papers. Limited access to good literature also poses obstacles in the writing process. In fact, legally, teachers are regulated to be able to develop their competence and professionalism, one of which is by writing. This activity is a solution to these problems with a participatory approach aimed at overcoming a problem encountered by teachers. The results of the activity are shown by the enthusiasm of teachers in learning scientific writing which will later be given a container in the form of a journal for publication of their writings.

This research aims to examine Hamka's views on neo-Sufism and understand how he views this phenomenon from a religious, social and intellectual perspective. Hamka, as one of the Islamic reformers in Indonesia, tried to harmonize the exoteric (natali) and esoteric (batini) aspects in his teachings. He offers a concept of Sufism that prioritizes cleanliness of the heart and seeks to synergize social and spiritual elements. This research uses a qualitative research design with a content analysis method. The data analyzed includes descriptions and opinions from books written by Hamka as well as discussions of thoughts written by them and others. Through this analysis, the researcher seeks to understand the complexity of the relationship between religious traditions and the challenges of modernity in Hamka's view of neo-Sufism. The results of the research show that Hamka criticizes certain aspects of neo-Sufism which he considers to be contrary to true Islamic teachings, such as mystical practices that have no basis in the Koran and Sunnah, as well as excessive emphasis on spiritual experiences without being based on solid religious knowledge. Hamka emphasized the importance of knowledge, education and spiritual guidance in achieving a correct understanding of Islam and the practice of Sufism in accordance with Islamic values. Hamka's views on neo-Sufism also reflect his concern about the social and cultural changes of his time. He offers active, dynamic and progressive Sufism as a solution to the spiritual crisis of modern humans. Hamka emphasized the need for stronger and more dynamic involvement in society, as well as maintaining a balance between worldly life and the afterlife. This research provides insight into the complexity of the relationship between religious traditions and the challenges of modernity within the framework of Hamka's thinking, as well as the importance of maintaining the integrity of Islamic teachings in facing the dynamics of changing times. The study of Hamka's views on neo-Sufism provides an important basis for understanding the religious and intellectual dynamics in contemporary Islam.    

Practical Lectures and Community Service (KPPM) is a form of student service required by IAKN Tarutung, which is carried out in semester VI and lasts for three months. This program aims to improve community welfare and make the nation's life smarter through social activities that use science and technology. In Sipahutar Village, Sipoholon District, KPPM activities are carried out with the aim of increasing children's learning motivation through private tutoring programs, encouraging a spirit of mutual cooperation with the community, and holding healthy exercise with PKK mothers. The research method used involved two main stages: initial observation to identify educational problems in schools, and implementation of a free private tutoring program every Friday for 120 minutes for elementary school children. Apart from that, mutual cooperation activities and healthy exercise with PKK mothers were carried out as part of efforts to improve community welfare and health.The results of KPPM activities show that private tutoring has succeeded in increasing children's interest and motivation in learning in Sipahutar Village. An interactive learning approach adapted to school subjects helps children understand the material more easily. Mutual cooperation carried out with the community shows an increase in togetherness and citizen participation in social activities. Meanwhile, regularly held healthy exercise improves the fitness and health of PKK women, as well as strengthening social relations between them. The conclusion of this activity emphasizes the important role of students in serving society through education, health and other social activities. The KPPM program in Sipahutar Village has succeeded in creating positive change by involving all levels of society in a joint effort to improve welfare and education.

This study discusses the social role of the ummah in building solidarity based on the interpretation of Surah At-Tawbah verse 71. The study method used is to use literature review. This study outlines the concept of solidarity in Islam and how Muslims can play an important role in strengthening solidarity in society. By analyzing the interpretation of verse 71 of Surah At-Tawbah, this article highlights the importance of cooperation, help, and social care in creating strong solidarity among Muslims.

The Qur'an as a beacon of life for Muslims has holiness, authenticity and breadth of discussion that never dries up, in fact it cannot be refuted in line with advances in science and technology. The existence of the Al-Qur'an revealed by Allah as a revelation to the Prophet Muhammad SAW in the form of a mushaf has very interesting and complex dynamics to be studied and practiced as a guide to mankind. The word tarbiyah is used for a broader meaning, namely the process of coaching and direction for the formation of personality and mental attitudes, while the word taklim is used for a more specific meaning, namely the process of providing provisions in the form of knowledge and skills and ta'dib is the material taught including language lessons, speech lessons. , good writing lessons, history lessons about heroes and great commanders in order to absorb the experience of their success, swimming, archery and horse riding (skills lessons). Based on the terms above, education according to the Qur'an is formulated as an effort carried out in a planned and gradual manner to provide knowledge, skills and mental attitudes to students as provisions for carrying out their duties as servants and caliphs of Allah on earth. Based on the terms above, education according to the Qur'an is formulated as an effort carried out in a planned and gradual manner to provide knowledge, skills and mental attitudes to students as provisions for carrying out their duties as servants and caliphs of Allah on earth. The aim of education according to the Qur'an is to develop humans so that they are able to carry out their functions as servants of Allah and His caliphs in order to build this world in accordance with the concepts set by Allah or in other words to make humans devoted to Allah SWT.

Folklore is part of cultural history that reflects the past and thoughts of the community, passed down from generation to generation orally or in writing, and contains various values of life. This research is a descriptive qualitative research with a structural approach, aiming to analyze the religious values contained in the folklore “Sunan Muria Mosque” contained in the book “East Coast Folklore” by Mohammad Kanzunnudin, published by CV Adhigama in 2024. The data is a fragment of the story “Masjid Sunan Muria”. The research data are facts about the structure and religious values found in the folklore. The data collection technique used reading and listening methods. Data analysis uses the Miles and Huberman method which consists of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of the analysis show that the folklore “Masjid Sunan Muria” contains motifs of shortcomings and shortcomings that can be overcome as well as exemplary religious values, including aspects of belief, worship, knowledge, and practice. Sunan Muria, the main character in the story, shows a strong belief in the teachings of Islam and his ability to practice these values in real actions. The implication of this research is to provide inspiration and learning about the importance of religious values in everyday life and how these values can be applied for the common good.