LENTERNAL: Learning and Teaching Journal

Religious Life in the Lives of School Dropout Adolescents: A Case Study in the Rambak Area

2025-09-20T15:42:56+07:00

This study aims to analyze the phenomenon of high school dropout rates among adolescents in the Rambak area, Jelitik Village, Sungailiat District, which coincides with their low religious awareness. Adolescents who drop out of school are often involved in negative behaviors such as unemployment, promiscuity, and a lack of religious practice. Although various religious activities are held in the community, the participation of adolescents in these activities remains limited. The purpose of this study is to describe the religious condition of school dropouts and to identify the factors that contribute to their decision to not continue their education. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, this study involved 8 school dropouts, their parents, religious leaders, and community members as informants. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using data reduction, presentation, and conclusion techniques. The results of the study revealed that the religious dimensions of the school dropouts in Rambak consist of five aspects: ideological, ritualistic, experiential, intellectual, and consequential. Although they acknowledge religious teachings, their religious practices and knowledge remain low, and their religiosity does not significantly influence their behavior. The factors contributing to their decision to drop out of school include economic problems, lack of parental attention, low interest in education, and environmental influences.

The Effect of Memorizing the Quran on Academic Achievement of Students at Hidayatul Qur'an Islamic High School

2025-09-20T15:36:25+07:00

This study explores the influence of Quranic memorization on the academic achievement of twelfth-grade students at Madrasah Aliyah Swasta Hidayatul Qur’an, Puding Besar. Using an associative quantitative approach with simple linear regression analysis, data were collected through questionnaires, observations, and documentation of semester grades. The findings indicate a significant positive relationship between the intensity of Quranic memorization and students’ academic performance, with a contribution rate of 40%. Statistical analysis shows that the calculated t-value (4.758) exceeds the critical value (2.034), supporting the acceptance of the alternative hypothesis. These results suggest that Quranic memorization is a key factor in enhancing academic achievement. The study offers practical recommendations for Islamic educational institutions to strengthen tahfidz programs as an integral part of the formal curriculum.

Implementation of the Think Pair Share Cooperative Learning Model to Improve Students' Understanding of Islamic Religious Education at SMP Negeri 1 Airgegas

2025-09-20T15:36:25+07:00

This study aims to examine the implementation of the Think Pair Share type of Cooperative Learning model and its impact on improving students' understanding in Islamic Religious Education at SMP Negeri 1 Airgegas. The background of this research is the low level of students’ comprehension of Islamic Religious Education material, which is attributed to the use of monotonous and passive teaching methods. The research employs a quantitative approach, involving two sample classes: an experimental class applying the Think Pair Share model and a control class using conventional teaching methods. The implementation of the TPS model in the experimental class was carried out through three stages: think (individual reflection), pair (discussion in pairs), and share (sharing discussion results with the class). The research instruments used were pre-tests and post-tests to measure students' understanding before and after the treatment. The Wilcoxon test results for the experimental group showed a significant improvement between pre-test and post-test scores, indicating that the TPS model effectively enhanced students’ comprehension. Furthermore, the Mann-Whitney test showed a significant difference between the post-test scores of the experimental and control groups, suggesting that students taught using the TPS model achieved a higher level of understanding compared to those taught with conventional methods