Islamic Religious Education Teachers' Strategies for Developing Students' Islamic Morality at MTsN 7 Pidie

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the strategies employed by Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers in fostering students’ Islamic morality at MTsN 7 Pidie, identify the current condition of students’ Islamic morality, and examine the supporting and inhibiting factors influencing its implementation. The study employed a qualitative approach using a descriptive research design. Data were collected through observations, in-depth interviews, and documentation, and were analyzed using the stages of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The trustworthiness of the findings was ensured through source and method triangulation. The findings indicate that students’ Islamic morality is generally in the good category, as reflected in their regular worship practices, respect for teachers, discipline, and active participation in religious activities. The strategies implemented by PAI teachers include integrating Islamic values into classroom instruction, providing exemplary role models, cultivating religious habits, offering advice and motivation, and conducting moral guidance through persuasive approaches. Supporting factors include the madrasah’s religious culture, structured religious programs, teachers’ exemplary conduct, and parental support. Meanwhile, the major inhibiting factors consist of social media influence, peer pressure, differences in family backgrounds, and the limited instructional time allocated to Islamic Religious Education.