The Islamic Education Teacher Profession: A Q Methodology Study

Authors

  • Taufiqur Rahman Universitas Ibrahimy

Keywords:

professionalism, PAI, Teacher

Abstract

This study aims to explore students' views of the Islamic Education (PAI) teaching profession and its impact on improving their learning experience. Using Q methodology, this study identified three main factors that influence students' perceptions and how they contribute to the quality of their learning experience in the context of teaching Islamic Education. The first factor is the Teacher's Role in Planned Character Building of Students. This view emphasises the importance of the teacher's role in shaping students' character through careful lesson planning. Students who support this view believe that good planning allows teachers to create a learning environment that supports moral development and akhlaqul karimah, which positively affects their learning experience. The second factor, Conventional and Authentic Assessment as a Tool to Improve Learning, shows that the combination of conventional and authentic assessment is very effective in improving the learning process. Students see that conventional assessment provides a clear frame of reference, while authentic assessment allows a more in-depth and relevant evaluation of students' abilities in real situations. This encourages them to be more critical and reflective in measuring learning progress. The third factor, Development of Learning by PAI Teachers According to Context and Student Needs, highlights the importance of flexibility and adaptation in teaching. This view reflects the belief that PAI teachers who are able to adapt learning methods to the context and needs of students will be more effective in delivering materials and achieving educational goals. Students who support this view are inspired to adopt a student-centred approach, which has the potential to improve the quality of their learning experience. This research shows that students' views on the profession of PAI teachers are strongly influenced by holistic, adaptive and diverse approaches to teaching. By understanding and applying these views, students are expected to develop competence as prospective teachers who are able to provide better and more meaningful learning experiences for their students.

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2025-01-08

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Rahman, T. (2025). The Islamic Education Teacher Profession: A Q Methodology Study . Review of Islamic Studies, 4(1), 1–22. Retrieved from https://ojs.pps-ibrahimy.ac.id/index.php/ris/article/view/721