This study aims to determine: (1) the learning outcomes before using the Reading Guide learning strategy in the Islamic Theology and Ethics (Akidah Akhlak) subject on the topic of Asmaul Husna in class 4A of MIN 1 Serdang Bedagai; (2) the learning outcomes after using the Reading Guide strategy in the same subject and class; and (3) the implementation of the Reading Guide strategy in improving students’ learning outcomes. This research is a Classroom Action Research (CAR) involving 27 students from class 4A as the research subjects. The findings indicate that prior to the implementation of the strategy, students’ average score was 58.9%, with only 26% (7 students) achieving the minimum mastery criteria. After applying the Reading Guide strategy in Cycle I, the average score increased to 67.03%, with 59% (16 students) achieving mastery. In Cycle II, the average score further increased to 83.37%, with 100% (27 students) meeting the mastery criteria. Therefore, it can be concluded that the Reading Guide strategy effectively improves students’ learning outcomes in the Islamic Theology and Ethics subject on the topic of Asmaul Husna in class 4A of MIN 1 Serdang Bedagai for the academic year 2022–2023.

The use of instructional media is expected to address learning challenges, particularly early reading difficulties among students. This study aims to develop a syllable card learning media that is valid, practical, and effective. The method used is Research and Development (R&D) with the ADDIE model, involving 29 second-grade students at MIS Ar Rahman.  The research results indicate that syllable cards help students overcome reading difficulties. Validity tests by media and content experts yielded an average score of 86% (highly valid). Practicality was assessed through a teacher response questionnaire, scoring 96% (highly practical). Effectiveness was tested using a Pretest-Posttest approach, resulting in an N-Gain Score of 76% (effective category), with the students’ average pretest score at 57.9 and posttest score improving to 90.1.

This study examines the role of the Madani Club Study as a platform for developing the professional competence of prospective Islamic Religious Education educators at the Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, State Islamic University of North Sumatra. The focus of the study is how the Madani Club Study helps in improving pedagogical skills and internalizing Islamic values. This study uses a qualitative method with data collection techniques obtained through observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis related to the Madani Club Study activities. The results of the study indicate that the Madani Club Study is effective in improving students' pedagogical competence through collaborative learning and self-reflection, as well as helping internalize Islamic values ??in the context of modern education. The interaction between students and supervising lecturers in the Madani Club Study also creates an environment that supports personal and social growth. This study emphasizes the importance of extracurricular programs based on collaboration and Islamic values ??to be integrated into the curriculum of Islamic universities in order to prepare prospective educators who are competent in facing the challenges of contemporary Islamic education.