The Role of Islamic Education Teachers in Developing Students’ Religious Character in Grade Six at SD Negeri 3 Genggelang in the Era of Digital DistractionFajrul Anwar1, Muslihan2, Aldin Ahyana3
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The development of digital technology presents significant challenges to the development of religious character among elementary school students. Excessive use of digital devices may divert students’ attention from learning activities, religious practices, and the cultivation of virtuous behavior. This situation requires Islamic Religious Education (IRE) teachers to play an active role in instilling religious values amid the growing phenomenon of digital distraction. This study aims to describe the role of IRE teachers in developing the religious character of sixth-grade students at SD Negeri 3 Genggelang and to identify the supporting and inhibiting factors encountered in the process. The study employs a qualitative approach using a descriptive case study design. The research participants include the IRE teacher, the school principal, the homeroom teacher, sixth-grade students, and their parents. Data are planned to be collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The data will be analyzed through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing, while data trustworthiness will be established through triangulation. The study focuses on four dimensions of the IRE teacher’s role: serving as a role model (uswatun hasanah), providing moral and spiritual guidance, motivating students and facilitating religious habituation, and supervising and evaluating students’ behavior. The development of religious character will be examined through indicators such as good manners, social concern, punctuality and discipline in religious practices, honesty, and self-control in the use of digital devices. This study is expected to provide an in-depth understanding of Islamic education strategies relevant to the challenges posed by digital technology at the elementary school level. Furthermore, it is expected to inform teachers, schools, and parents in strengthening collaborative efforts to foster students’ religious character. Thus, Islamic Religious Education is expected not only to enhance students’ religious understanding but also to promote the internalization of Islamic values in their daily behavior and encourage them to use digital technology wisely and responsibly.References
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