Strategi Inovatif Guru dalam Pembelajaran Akidah Akhlak untuk Menanamkan Nilai-Nilai Karakter di Madrasah Ibtidaiyah

Abstract

Instruction in Akidah Akhlak (Islamic creed and ethics) at the Madrasah Ibtidaiyah faces serious challenges due to the digital era, which has contributed to the erosion of students' character values. This study aims to describe innovative teaching strategies for Akidah Akhlak, analyze their implementation in instilling character values, and identify the factors supporting or hindering their execution in these schools. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, utilizing a library research methodology. The research data were sourced from accredited national journal articles published between 2022 and 2024. Data interpretation employed the content analysis method. The study illustrates that the innovative strategies implemented by teachers include religious habituation, role modeling, project-based learning, and contextual approaches integrated with the madrasah culture. The implementation of these strategies proved effective in fostering religious character, discipline, and tolerance among students. Key supporting factors included support from the school principal and a school environment consistent, while limited instructional time and behavioral challenges associated with the digital era served as primary obstacles. This research contributes to the development of Islamic educational science, particularly in designing character-based Akidah Akhlak teaching strategies that are adaptable to the changing times.