Ahlussunnah: Journal of Islamic Education

Education Financing Strategies in Improving the Quality of Islamic Education Institutions

Susisofianti Susisofianti, Hamdi Abdul Karim — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Improving the quality of Islamic educational institutions is highly dependent on effective, efficient, and sustainable financing strategies. This study aims to analyze various financing strategies that can be applied to improve the quality of Islamic education. Through a literature review, this article identifies several key strategies, including: the integration of information technology in financial management, diversification of funding sources, economic empowerment of the community through pesantren business units, and optimization of Islamic philanthropic funds such as zakat, infaq, sadaqah, and waqf. Additionally, participatory budgeting, regular evaluation, and strict oversight are also crucial pillars in an accountable and transparent financing system. This study shows that effective financing strategies have a positive impact on improving educators' competencies, providing adequate facilities and infrastructure, and increasing community participation. However, challenges remain, such as limited resources, resistance to digitalization, and weak managerial capacity. Therefore, synergy between the government, community, and educational institutions is needed to strengthen financing policies and governance. The results of this study provide recommendations for strengthening data-based financial systems, professionalizing fund management, and involving all stakeholders to achieve excellent, independent, and sustainable Islamic education.

The Influence of Teacher Role Models on the Learning Manners of Students at Islamic Boarding Schools

Nailis Sa’adah Alwi, Zaitun Zaitun, Idris Idris — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0700

Discussions about santri etiquette are always interesting to study because they are directly related to every action and behavior of santri that is in line with the character values in educational goals. This study aims to examine the influence of teacher role modeling and self-regulated learning on santri learning etiquette at the Darussalam Islamic Boarding School in Kabun. This study uses a quantitative approach with a correlation method. Data collection techniques include questionnaires, observations, and documentation. Data analysis techniques to measure all variables in this study use SPSS version 24 software, starting with preliminary data tests consisting of normality tests and linearity tests, followed by hypothesis testing, specifically simple regression tests. The sample consisted of 187 students selected from a total population of 350 male and female students at the Darussalam Islamic Boarding School in Rokan Hulu, Riau. The sample was selected using the Slovin formula, and the researcher employed probability sampling techniques. The results of this study indicate that the influence of teacher role modeling on student learning manners is 28%. Thus, there is a significant influence of teacher role modeling on student learning manners at the Darussalam Islamic Boarding School in Kabun, Rokan Hulu.

Development of Educational Videos Using the Animaker Application with Interactive Quizzes Using the Wordwall Application in Junior High Schools

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This research aimsto develop learning videos with interactive quizzes on SKI subjects at MTsN.This research uses the method R&D (Research and Development). The model used is a 4D model. This model consists of four stages, namely: Stage Define(definition), this stage involves needs analysis, learning media analysis, CP, TP and ATP analysis, and material analysis. Design (design), at this stage the steps taken are designing the material and illustrations, makingflowchart, programing and making learning video products. Level Development (development), at this stage, validation is carried out by material, media, and language experts. After that, practicality testing is carried out by educators and students with two small group and large group trials.Analysis resultsshows that the development of learning videos and interactive quizzes has met the criteria of being very valid and very practical so that it is worthy of being developed. Research resultThe results showed that the learning video with interactive quizzes met the criteria for valid, practical, and effective media. Expert validation results indicated that the learning video with interactive quizzes was highly valid in terms of material/content, construction/media, and language, with an overall score of 94.93%. The practicality test results showed that the learning video with interactive quizzes was highly practical, with a score of 95.83. This means that the developed product is very practical for use in the learning process.

Islamic Cultural History Learning With Picture and Picture Model

Mega Azzahra, Sriwardona Sriwardona, Resi Anda Yani — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0700

The purpose of this study was to describe how the application of the Picture and Picture learning model can help improve students' learning outcomes in the Islamic Cultural History (SKI) lesson. The Picture and Picture model is an approach in cooperative learning that uses pictures as a medium to invite students to interact in the learning process. This study was conducted using the classroom action research (CAR) method in two cycles. The subjects of this study were grade VII students at one of the Madrasah Tsanawiyah. The data collection tools used were observation, interviews, and learning capacity tests carried out by students. The first result found in this study was that Picture and Picture can motivate and improve understanding of Islamic history material in an introspective manner. This increase is substantive, namely an increase in expected values, and process, namely, active student involvement during teaching. Therefore, Picture and Picture should be used in teaching SKI because it is varied and not boring.

The Influence of Strip Story Media on Learning Outcomes and Collaboration Skills of Junior High School Students

Ramadhanul Ikhsan, Hadeli Hadeli, Radhiatul Hasnah — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This study aims to determine the effect of strip stoty media on students' learning outcomes and collaboration skills in the Al-Qur'an Hadith subject at Mtsn 6 Agam. This study uses a quantitative experimental method with a research design. posttest only group design. The population consisted of 10 classes from class VII 1 to VII 10 with the sampling technique using the techniqueclaster random sampling.The sample consists of class VII 3 as the control class and VII 4 as the experimental class. The data source was taken from the control class and the experimental class totaling 64 students through the provision of learning outcome tests and filling out questionnaires. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis and independent sample t-test using SPSS version 23. The results of the learning outcome test analysis showed an average of 76.88 for the control class, an average of 85.47 for the experimental class, and an independent sample t-test of 0.000 <0.05, which means there is an influence of strip story media on the learning outcomes of the Qur'an at MTsN 6 Agam. The results of the collaboration ability test analysis showed an average of 73.31 for the control class, an average of 83.06 for the experimental class, and an independent sample t-test of 0.001 <0.05, which means there is an influence of strip story media on the learning outcomes of the Qur'an at MTsN 6 Agam. The results of this study can be used as initial data for subsequent researchers in examining this problem in different contexts and issues.

Fishing Game Innovation as a Strategy for Developing Fine Motor Skills and Concentration in Early Childhood

Yolanda Pahrul, Despa Ayuni, Adinda Salsabila Rosandi — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0700

The development of fine motor skills and concentration are crucial aspects for promoting optimal development in early childhood. However, effective, enjoyable, and affordable stimulation strategies remain a challenge in educational practice. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of a fishing game on improving children's fine motor skills and concentration. The research design used a pretest–posttest experiment with one experimental group and a control group. The instruments were fine motor observation and concentration tests, with data analysis using the Wilcoxon test using JASP. The results showed a significant increase between the pretest and posttest in fine motor skills (p = 0.001 < 0.05) and concentration (p < 0.001 < 0.05), thus the fishing game is proven to be effective in supporting early childhood development. The novelty of this study is the proof of the benefits of the fishing game not only on concentration as in previous studies, but also on fine motor skills. These findings provide empirical contributions and practical implications for educators and parents in utilizing simple games as a medium for stimulating child development.

Development of Learning Media Assisted by Smart Apps Creator Application in Islamic Education Subjects in Senior High Schools

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This research aimsto develop a product in the form of Android-based learning media assisted by the Smart Apps Creator application which is valid, practical and effective and focuses on increasing students' learning motivation.This research uses the methodR&D with the ADDIE model (Aanlyze, Desaign, Development, Implementation, Evaluation), which was held on June 4, 2025 at SMA N 1 Ampek Nagari Class X. Data at this stageAnalyze obtained through interviews, at the level Design done early planning, at the level Development data collected through the results of the Validity test on the material, media and language aspects, at the stageImplementation Data was collected through practicality tests on teachers and students (small scale and large scale), at the stageEvaluation Data was obtained from the effectiveness of increasing student learning motivation based on the Pre-Test and Post-Test using N-Gain.Research resultin the form of a series of product development processes for learning media assisted by the Smart Apps Creator application in the PAI subject for class X at SMA N 1 Ampek Nagari. Validity in the material aspect obtained a score of 94%, in the media aspect obtained a score of 94% and in the language aspect obtained a score of 95%. The small-scale practicality test obtained a score of 96%, in the large-scale test obtained a score of 97%, and the teacher's practicality test obtained a score of 96%. The effectiveness test based on the Pre-Test and Post-Test using N-gain showed an average N-Gain result of 77% which is in a larger interpretation of 76% which can be said that the learning media assisted by the Smart Apps Creator application in the PAI subject is proven to be effective and able to increase learning motivation in students.

Analysis of Islamic Religious Education Learning Methods in Improving Student Learning Motivation in Malaysia

Juliana Juliana, Hasrian Rudi Setiawan — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0700

The purpose of this study was to analyze Islamic Religious Education (PAI) materials taught at Tadika Bijak Lestari Penang, Malaysia, determine their effectiveness, and determine which variables support or hinder efforts to increase students' intrinsic learning desires. The research location was Tadika Bijak Lestari in Malaysia. Using in-depth interviews with the principal and class instructors as data sources, this qualitative technique employed a case study approach. Participants could be observed, interviews could be conducted, and notes could be kept as data collection techniques. According to this study, the learning strategies used were lectures, memorization, and basic interactive activities. However, research shows that student interest and engagement in learning are negatively impacted by the prevalence of lecture techniques. The availability of adequate educational facilities and certain student learning motivations are factors that facilitate the implementation of learning, but limited diversity of approaches and teachers' difficulties in adapting learning strategies are inhibiting factors. This study shows that Tadika Bijak Lestari Malaysia has successfully implemented various Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teaching strategies effectively. To achieve progress in this area, new approaches to Islamic Religious Education (PAI) that are more creative, flexible, and contextual are needed. By adapting creative techniques to the needs of early childhood, it is hoped that this will increase their enthusiasm for learning, which in turn will make the Islamic Religious Education learning process more relevant in building religious values and holistic personality.