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This study examines the integration of Islamic Religious Education and Mathematics within a digital learning environment and its potential role in shaping students' character in the context of Society 5.0. The study employs the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method to analyze existing studies on the integration of these two subjects through digital learning platforms. The results of the literature review reveal various models of integration, highlighting the role of technology in facilitating the merging of religious education with mathematical thinking. Additionally, this study evaluates the impact of this integration on the development of students' moral and ethical values, as well as the enhancement of their critical, logical, and creative thinking skills. The findings suggest that the integration of Islamic Religious Education and Mathematics not only improves academic learning but also plays a crucial role in character building, fostering values such as responsibility, honesty, and respect. Despite its great potential, this integration faces challenges such as limited technological infrastructure and teacher readiness. This research provides insights into the practical implications of this integration in educational practice in the digital era.  

This study examines Ahmad Dahlan's thoughts on education as a means of community empowerment and social transformation. Ahmad Dahlan, the founder of the Muhammadiyah organization, viewed education as the primary tool to liberate Muslims from ignorance, backwardness, and social injustice. His educational approach integrated religious and general sciences while providing practical skills relevant to societal needs. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach with a literature study to explore Ahmad Dahlan's educational concepts and their application in community empowerment. The findings reveal that Ahmad Dahlan emphasized inclusive education, ensuring access for all social groups, including the poor and women, while focusing on the development of individuals with strong social and moral awareness. In his perspective, education functions as an agent of social change, fostering a more just, prosperous, and civilized society. Rooted in Islamic values, his educational model remains relevant in addressing modern educational challenges.    

Islamic Religious Education is a subject aimed at fostering noble character and instilling spiritual values in students. One indicator of the success of our education system is the success in strengthening faith and piety as well as cultivating noble character. The nobility of character and morals is a tangible measure of the goals of national education. However, the reality is that Islamic Religious Education in schools today is more bound to the school system, which is more focused on teacher-centered learning approaches. Educators play a vital role in achieving the desired learning outcomes in the teaching and learning process. Meanwhile, students act as both subjects and objects in applying the contextual teaching and learning method. Teachers can use various methods to convey information to students (transfer knowledge), whether it is related to teaching materials or global perspectives. The process of knowledge transfer through conventional methods can no longer be sustained, as society expects students to be intelligent and responsive to the times, not merely passive observers and listeners. The breakthrough offered by education experts is a new concept called contextual teaching and learning (CTL). This method is not merely about transferring knowledge from teacher to student but also empowers students to engage, experiment, and reconstruct the material they learn from the teacher, correlating it with their real-life experiences. The hope is that they can solve various problems in their lives, families, and communities. This research focuses on three aspects: character education, religious character, and character education through a contextual approach aimed at forming religious character. Based on this discussion, the objective of this paper is to understand: Character Education, Religious Character, and Character Education through a Contextual Approach in shaping Religious Character. This research employs a qualitative approach using a literature study.

Critical thinking skills are important skills that need to be developed in students to face the challenges of 21st century modern fantasy literature such as Harry Potter and traditional literature such as The Legend of Malin Kundang in developing students' critical thinking skills. With David Krech's qualitative narrative approach and social perception theory, it was found that Harry Potter presented complex moral conflicts with universal values, while Malin Kundang taught moral lessons about family relationships and responsibility. This research also proposes a literature-based learning strategy that integrates local and global values to improve students' critical thinking and cultural appreciation.

This article discusses Islamic education in grave pilgrimage and tourism activities carried out by the Shomadiyah Mendolo congregation. The focus of the study in this study is what activities are carried out by the congregation in grave pilgrimage and tourism and what Islamic Education values ​​are contained in these activities. This study uses a qualitative field research method. The results of this study are as follows: the values ​​of Islamic Education contained in the grave pilgrimage and tourism activities of the Shomadiyah Mendolo congregation are faith values, muamalah values, moral values, spiritual values ​​and scientific values.

This study focuses on the importance of the role of monthly religious studies in shaping students’ religious attitudes at SMAS Budi Agung Medan, considering that religious studies are one of the effective means to teach religious values, strengthen faith, and shape students’ character and morals in everyday life. The method used is a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data collection was carried out through documentation, observation and interviews. The subjects of the study were the principal, vice principal for student affairs, Islamic Religious Education teachers, and students. Data analysis was carried out by data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study showed that (1) Monthly religious studies activities at SMAS Budi Agung Medan are carried out once a month on the first week starting at 08.00 to 11.00 WIB at the Al-Huda Marelan Mosque. The three activities carried out in this monthly religious study are the opening, core and closing. (2) The materials discussed include faith, jurisprudence, morals, as well as the Qur’an and Hadith of the Prophet. (3) The role of monthly religious studies in forming the religious attitudes of SMAS Budi Agung Medan students includes spiritual, moral, social and educational roles. (4) The monthly religious study program held at SMAS Budi Agung Medan is considered to have a positive impact on SMAS Budi Agung Medan students, because the religious studies are able to gradually improve the students’ religious attitudes.

Gundala (2019) can be seen as a work that not only entertains but also reflects and criticizes Indonesian social realities. This film conveys a message about the importance of courage and solidarity in facing social injustice, as well as raising issues that are relevant to society, such as corruption, economic inequality, and the struggles of the lower classes. This film by Joko Anwar represents heroic values such as courage, patience, willingness to sacrifice, and optimism, which not only inspires but also provides relevant moral learning, especially for the younger generation. This research aims to describe the heroic values displayed in Joko Anwar's Gundala (2019). This research uses a qualitative descriptive research method. The results of this research show that the heroic values found in the film Gundala (2019) by Joko Anwar are in accordance with Matta's (2004) theory. This theory reveals that heroic values contain four symbols, namely Courage, Patience, Willingness to Sacrifice, Optimism and implication.

This article discusses the importance of integration between Islamic education and sharia law in building the character of the young generation who have noble morals and have strong legal awareness. With a theoretical and practical approach, this study explores how the Islamic education curriculum can be aligned with the values ​​of sharia law through holistic learning methods. This study also presents a case study of the successful implementation of this integration in several educational institutions in Indonesia.

This study aims to analyze the integration of Islamic education values in the school curriculum as an effort to form Islamic character in students. By using descriptive qualitative method, this research examines how spiritual, moral, and social aspects in Islam can be applied in various subjects. The results show that the integration of Islamic values in the curriculum has a positive impact on the formation of students' morals, discipline, and responsibility in everyday life.

Employee productivity is one of the key factors determining the success of an organization. In Islam, good work ethics are not only based on technical competencies and skills but also on moral and spiritual values that improve work quality. The five key elements of Muslim work ethos—sincerity for Allah, honesty in all matters, responsibility toward work and trust, justice in actions, and dedication and professionalism in work—play a significant role in enhancing employee productivity. This article aims to examine the implementation of these five elements of Muslim work ethos across various industry sectors and their impact on employee productivity. Based on literature review, the application of Muslim work ethics has proven to yield significant results in improving productivity, efficiency, and employee satisfaction. This research is expected to contribute to the development of human resource management based on Islamic principles in the workplace.

Children's da'wah at LPKA Class I Medan has an important role in building children's character with noble morals. Through creative and innovative preaching dynamics, children are taught religious values ​​that can be applied in everyday life. This research aims to analyze the dynamics of da'wah in building children's character in LPKA Class I Medan. This research uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data was collected through observation and interviews. The research results show that the dynamics of da'wah in LPKA Class I Medan is carried out using various methods, such as lectures, group discussions, educational games, and simulations. The preaching material taught includes the definition and types of uncleanliness, sources and examples of uncleanness, laws and procedures for purification, the role of cleanliness in faith, and application in daily life. Da'wah at LPKA Class I Medan has a significant influence on the formation of children's character. Religious values ​​conveyed through da'wah help children develop good personalities and noble morals. By implementing appropriate and consistent strategies, it is hoped that LPKA Class I Medan can become an effective educational institution in building the character of children who have noble character and faith in Allah SWT.

Socializing and improving literacy movement skills in schools have not yielded maximum results because of the low level of mentoring and training to improve literacy awareness and skills among students and teachers. Many teachers still assume that literacy is the responsibility of Indonesian language subject teachers. In addition, reading materials and texts available in schools have not been optimally utilized to develop students' literacy skills. The purpose of this study was to determine the use of folklore as a medium for strengthening Indonesian language literacy in the world of education. This study used a library research method to analyze the use of folklore as a medium for strengthening Indonesian language literacy. The results of the study showed that folklore has great potential in strengthening Indonesian language literacy. Folklore not only functions as an entertaining medium, but also as an effective learning tool to develop students' reading and writing skills. Through folklore, students can enrich their vocabulary, understand text structures, and improve their understanding of good and correct Indonesian. In addition, folklore also teaches moral, social, and cultural values ​​that are very relevant to students' daily lives. By introducing values ​​such as honesty, hard work, and respect for parents, folklore can educate students to have a good attitude in their lives. Folklore also plays an important role in introducing and preserving local culture, strengthening the nation's cultural identity, and increasing pride in Indonesia's cultural heritage.

This study aims to explore the role of Muhammadiyah leadership in building student character at MTs 2 Muhammadiyah. The method used in this study is a qualitative approach, with data collection through interviews, observations, and documentation studies. The results of the study indicate that Muhammadiyah leadership has a significant positive impact on the formation of student character, including in moral, ethical, and social aspects. Leaders in the MTs 2 Muhammadiyah environment apply religious and social values upheld by Muhammadiyah, which encourage students to behave well and responsibly. The conclusion of this study confirms that leadership based on Muhammadiyah values not only improves academic achievement, but also shapes students' character into better individuals, who are ready to face challenges in the future.

Leadership in Islamic education is an important aspect aimed at forming a generation that is not only intellectually intelligent but also strong in faith and morals. The basic concept of leadership in this context includes several key aspects, namely leadership based on Islamic values, noble character, and educational goals. Leaders in Islamic education are expected to serve as role models for students, implement the principle of shura (consultation) in decision-making, and emphasize the importance of beneficial knowledge. The purpose of this research is to understand the principles of leadership in Islamic education derived from the Qur'an and Hadith. Data was collected through literature studies and document analysis. The results of the research indicate that leadership in Islamic education must be based on Islamic principles such as honesty, justice, and wisdom. Islamic education leaders are responsible for guiding students towards optimal self-development, both academically, morally, and spiritually. The conclusion of this research shows that the concept of leadership in Islamic education must combine modern leadership principles with spiritual and ethical values of Islam to create a good leadership model. This research provides insights into the basic concepts of leadership in Islamic education.

This paper explores the educational philosophy of KH. Imam Zarkasyi, the founder of Pondok Modern Darussalam Gontor, and his significant contributions to modernizing Islamic education in Indonesia. Imam Zarkasyi's approach redefined the traditional pesantren model by integrating religious and secular education to prepare students for the challenges of the modern world. His educational philosophy emphasized a balance between moral, intellectual, and spiritual development, with the goal of producing independent, ethical, and globally aware graduates. This study examines the background and biography of Imam Zarkasyi, the core educational values he implemented at Gontor, and his lasting impact on contemporary Islamic education in Indonesia. Through a qualitative literature review of primary and secondary sources, this research identifies Gontor’s education system as a model of Islamic education that fosters both character and knowledge, contributing to the broader reform of pesantren education in Indonesia.

This research aims to analyze the moral values ​​contained in the novel The Most Wanted Girl by Quinwriter. This novel was chosen because it is considered to represent various moral aspects that are relevant to social life. A qualitative approach was used in this research with a content analysis method to identify, categorize and interpret the moral values ​​conveyed through the characters, storyline and conflicts presented in the novel.  The research results show that the moral values ​​in this novel include the values ​​of sincerity, patience, mutual help, and gratitude. Sincerity is depicted through the behavior of the main character who always tries to be open-minded about what is happening. Dispersion is shown through the characters to protect their families and communities. Please Help appears in interactions between characters who need help in the school environment, while Thanking is shown through the characters' feelings to express their pleasure. Thus, this novel not only provides entertainment, but also provides moral lessons that can be implemented in everyday life.  It is hoped that this research can be a reference for readers in understanding moral values ​​in literary works and the importance of applying these values ​​in life. These findings also contribute to literary studies as an effort to preserve the educational function of a work.

Many Muslim communities still consider business ethics to be unimportant in business activities, because business is nothing more than just seeking profit. This study will discuss how business ethics are in the perspective of the Qur'an. This study includes library research, namely research that examines data sourced from library materials, using the thematic interpretation method. This study is based on the interpretation of verses of the Qur'an that directly discuss business morality and verses that do not directly discuss business morality. Business in the Qur'an is both material and immaterial. Where business in the Qur'an does not only prioritize material profit but also spiritual profit. The existence of business morality cannot be separated from the business itself. The business morality of the Qur'an contains basic business values ​​such as the values ​​of unity, balance, free will, accountability, and ihsan. Then it gives birth to business morality which is free from elements of falsehood, damage and injustice such as usury, fraud, reducing the measure or fraud, corruption, bribery, gambling, gharar and hoarding and so on. Then business in the Qur'an highly prioritizes hasanah values ​​such as honesty, trustworthiness, fairness, social responsibility, istiqomah, tolerance and friendliness in business life. Thus, business ethics in the Qur'an are not only oriented towards fulfilling the needs and welfare of life in the world, but also business as a means of goodness for safety in the hereafter.

This study examines the optimization of Ramadan fasting education through worship simulation to instill patience values in third-grade students at SDN 04 Birugo, Bukittinggi. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected via classroom observations, interviews with Islamic education teachers, and documentation of learning activities. The findings reveal that worship simulations, designed to mimic real fasting practices, significantly enhanced students' enthusiasm, understanding of Ramadan’s spiritual significance, and behavioral changes reflecting patience. Students demonstrated improved self-control, discipline, and social cooperation during and after the simulations. Teachers reported that experiential learning through simulations facilitated deeper engagement compared to conventional methods, enabling students to internalize abstract values through concrete experiences. Key recommendations include integrating simulations into Islamic education curricula, providing teacher training, and fostering parental involvement to reinforce learned values. This study highlights the effectiveness of simulation-based learning in fostering holistic religious and moral development, advocating its adoption as an innovative pedagogical tool in primary Islamic education.

This study investigates effective strategies for fostering religious discipline and filial piety in children through family-based education. Employing a qualitative research design, data were obtained via observation, in-depth interviews, and a comprehensive literature review. The findings reveal that consistent reinforcement of religious values within the family setting plays a pivotal role in shaping a child’s moral and spiritual character. Children raised in households that model regular worship practices and demonstrate respectful interpersonal behavior are more likely to exhibit strong religious commitment and courteous conduct toward their parents. These results underscore the importance of integrating religious values into daily parenting practices and offer practical insights for educators, parents, and policymakers seeking to strengthen character education in the home environment.

Education plays a strategic role as a tool for social transformation capable of shaping individual character, addressing social inequality, and driving societal change. In the Indonesian context, character education has become a central issue in building a generation that is faithful, pious, morally upright, and responsible in accordance with the values of Pancasila. Through a holistic approach, character education integrates spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and social aspects to create quality individuals. Furthermore, learning methods that involve role modeling, habituation, and community participation emphasize the importance of collaboration between schools, families, and communities. As an agent of change, education also aims to create a knowledge-based society where science, innovation, and problem-solving serve as key pillars. Through lifelong learning, problem-based learning, and collaborative approaches, education provides space for the development of human potential relevant to global challenges. However, challenges such as educational disparities, curriculum relevance, and teacher capacity remain obstacles that need to be addressed through inclusive policies, continuous training, and improvements in educational infrastructure. By adopting an integrated approach, education can serve as a solid foundation for building a just, inclusive, and adaptive society in response to social changes.