Al-Hashif: Jurnal Pendidikan dan Pendidikan Islam

Media Literacy and Social Awareness in Funeral Practices in the Digital Era

2026-02-22T05:01:52+00:00

The rapid development of digital technology has significantly changed the way people access and interpret information. The abundance of digital information is not always accompanied by accuracy, potentially leading to misunderstandings. This study aims to analyze the role of media literacy in fostering social awareness regarding funeral practices in the digital era. This research used a qualitative approach with a phenomenological method and was conducted in Ampangan District, Payukumbuh. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with informants, participant observation, and documentation of digital content. Data validity was ensured through source triangulation and member checking. The findings indicate that media literacy enhances individuals' ability to critically evaluate information, strengthens social participation, and reinforces collective responsibility in cemetery management. However, challenges such as misinformation, reduced in-person social interaction, and the commercialization of funeral services remain significant. This study highlights the importance of integrating media literacy into community education and involving religious leaders in disseminating accurate information. These findings contribute to the development of socio-religious communication studies and offer practical implications for strengthening community-based media literacy programs.

Teachers’ Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence Integration in Elementary School Learning: A Phenomenological Study

2026-02-22T05:06:19+00:00

The development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought significant changes to the world of education, including at the elementary school level. This study aims to describe and understand in-depth teachers' responses to the implementation of AI in the learning process in elementary schools, including their perceptions, experiences, challenges, and opportunities in utilizing AI technology. This study uses a qualitative approach with a phenomenological method, focusing on the subjective experiences of teachers as the main actors in the implementation of AI-based learning. The research subjects consisted of elementary school teachers who have used or are familiar with AI technology in learning activities. Data collection techniques were carried out through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. Data were analyzed using the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion to obtain the essential meaning of the teachers' experiences. The results show that most teachers responded positively to the implementation of Artificial Intelligence because it is considered to increase learning efficiency, help personalize materials, and foster student interest and motivation in learning. However, this study also found obstacles such as limited digital competence of teachers, lack of specialized training, and concerns about technological dependency and the ethical aspects of AI use in early childhood learners. The implications of this research indicate the need for policy support, improving teachers' digital literacy, and developing ethical and pedagogical guidelines for implementing AI in elementary schools to ensure its optimal use and alignment with educational goals.

The Use of Animated Videos to Increase Learning Motivation for the Material on Renewal Movements in Islam

2026-04-14T08:11:42+00:00

The use of animated video media in education has an influence on increasing learning motivation. Ignoring it can result in a decrease in student motivation in learning. This is due to the lack of student motivation in learning Islamic Cultural History. This is seen as some students do not listen to the material from the teacher, get bored easily, and walk around outside the classroom, with various reasons given. The purpose of this writing is (1) to describe the activities of teachers and students through the use of animated video media, (2) to describe the increase in student learning motivation through the use of animated video media in learning Islamic Cultural History, especially in the material of the Renewal Movement in Islam. This research is a Classroom Action Research (CAR) which consists of 4 stages, namely planning, action, observation, and reflection. The subjects of this research are students of class XI Religion at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri 2 Bireuen. Data collection techniques through (1) teacher activity observation sheets, (2) student activity observation sheets, (3) questionnaires. Based on the results of the research data analysis, it was found that (1) teacher activity in cycle I was 80% in the good category, cycle II increased to 92% in the very good category, while student activity in cycle I was 76% in the good category, in cycle II it increased to 91% in the very good category, (2) the percentage of student learning motivation in cycle I was 84% in the good category, in cycle II the percentage of student learning motivation was 92% in the very good category. So it can be concluded that the use of animated video media can increase student learning motivation in the material of the Renewal Movement in Islam.

The Effect of a Deep Learning Approach on Students’ Conceptual Understanding and Critical Thinking Skills in Elementary Social Studies Education

2025-12-13T16:24:27+00:00

The use of deep learning methods in Social Studies has become a growing approach in elementary schools because it is considered capable of helping students understand concepts more deeply. This study aims to analyze the effect of using deep learning methods on improving students' conceptual understanding and critical thinking skills in Social Studies learning. The study used a mixed methods approach, combining quantitative data through learning achievement tests and qualitative data through observation and interviews. The study sample consisted of 60 students from two classes selected using a cluster sampling technique, while qualitative data were obtained from subject teachers and students involved. Quantitative analysis was conducted using a difference test to observe changes in learning outcomes, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically to describe the process of implementing the method. The results showed that the use of deep learning had a positive effect on improving conceptual understanding and students' ability to relate Social Studies material to real situations. Students appeared more active in providing arguments, processing information, and solving problems. Learning became more focused because the teacher facilitated analysis, in-depth discussions, and reflection. This study has implications that the deep learning method can be applied as an alternative strategy in Social Studies learning in elementary schools to improve the quality of the learning process and outcomes. These findings can form the basis for further research in developing more innovative Social Studies learning designs oriented towards deep understanding.