LUX ISLAMICA: Journal of Islamic Studies
LUX ISLAMICA: Journal of Islamic Studies is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Postgraduate Program of Universitas Al-Qolam Malang (UQM). The journal publishes scholarly research in the field of Islamic Studies and is issued four times a year, Januari, April, July, October. LUX ISLAMICA: Journal of Islamic Studies welcomes high-quality research articles from academics, researchers, educators, teachers, trainers, and practitioners on a wide range of topics in Islamic Studies, including but not limited to: Qur’anic Exegesis and Hadith Studies, Islamic Law (Fiqh and Usul al-Fiqh), Islamic Philosophy and Theology, Sufism and Islamic Spirituality, Islamic Educational Management, Islam and Politics, Islam and Governance, Islamic Economics and Finance, Islam and Gender Issues, Arabic Language Education, as well as Islam in local and global contexts. E-ISSN : XXXX-XXXX
Postgraduate of Universitas Al‑Qolam Malang
Strengthening Islamic Values-Based Critical Thinking in the Educational Curriculum: A Case Study at Darul Khoirot Integrated Bilingual Junior High School
This research is motivated by the need for Islamic secondary education to prepare students who are able to think critically, reflectively, and remain rooted in Islamic values. Critical thinking is often understood as a purely cognitive skill, whereas in the Islamic educational tradition it needs to be associated with manners, the search for truth, moral responsibility, and the courage to dialogue. This study aims to analyze the strategy of strengthening critical thinking based on Islamic values in the curriculum of Darul Khoirot Integrated Bilingual Junior High School, a formal school under the foundation of modern Islamic boarding schools that maintains mastery of the yellow book. The research method uses a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data is collected through interviews, learning observations, and curriculum documentation, then analyzed through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawn. The results of the study show that strengthening critical thinking is carried out through the integration of formal curriculum, bilingual learning, halaqah of the yellow book, habituation of discussion manners, and reflective assignments. In conclusion, the Darul Khoirot model shows that critical reason can be developed without separating the intellectual and spiritual dimensions
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Integration of Islamic Values and 4C Competencies in Islamic Education at An Nur II Al-Murtadlo Islamic Boarding School Malang
Islamic education in the digital age faces the complex challenge of aligning religious morality with the global demands of the 21st century that emphasize critical thinking skills, creativity, collaboration, and communication (4C). This study aims to analyse the integration of Islamic values and 4C competencies in the implementation of the curriculum at the An Nur II Al-Murtadlo Islamic Boarding School Malang to produce a generation that is competitive and pious at the same time. Using a qualitative approach with a case study design, data was collected through in-depth interviews with caregivers and educators, participatory observation, and curriculum documentation analysis. The results of the study show that the integration is carried out through the formulation of a hybrid curriculum that synergizes the Al-Miftah early acceleration method with the flexibility of the national Independent Curriculum. The 4C competencies are integrated through the "Islamization of Competencies" strategy, where critical thinking is transformed as the capacity of tabayyun, collaboration as ta'awun, creativity as a medium of digital da'wah teaching, and communication is framed by the ethics of qaulan ma'rufan. In conclusion, this synergy gave birth to an adaptive and religious character education model for generations Z and Alpha in welcoming the challenges of globalization.
Innovation Strategy for Islamic Religious Education Learning in The Era of Society 5.0: A Case Study at SMK Islam Darut Tauhid Pagelaran
his research is motivated by the demands of the transformation of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning in the era of Society 5.0 which places people, technology, and religious values in mutually reinforcing relationships. The purpose of this study is to analyze PAI learning innovation strategies, map supporting and inhibiting factors, and formulate relevant implementation models at SMK Islam Darut Tauhid Pagelaran Malang. The research uses a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data was obtained through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation, and then analyzed through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawn. The results of the study show that PAI learning innovations are built through the integration of the pesantren ecosystem, the use of digital media, religious project-based assignments, strengthening teacher examples, and character-oriented reflective evaluations. The strategy increases learning engagement, religious discipline, and the relevance of PAI materials to students' vocational needs. The research concludes that PAI innovation in the Society 5.0 era is effective if technology is positioned as a pedagogical instrument controlled by Islamic vision, school culture, and adaptive learning leadership.
Integration of Constructivist Theory in Maharah Kalam Learning: A Literature Analysis on The Effectiveness of Active Communication
The teaching of Maharah Kalam still faces the problem of low speaking skills, limited communicative practices, and the dominance of teaching patterns that position students as language recipients. These conditions require a pedagogical framework capable of activating experience, interaction, collaboration, and reflection in Arabic language learning. This article aims to analyze the integration of constructivism theory in Maharah Kalam teaching and test its effectiveness in active communication based on the latest scientific literature. This study uses a qualitative approach with a systematic literature review design of reputable journal articles relevant to the theme studied. Data were analyzed through the stages of identification, selection, thematic coding, critical synthesis, and review of conceptual propositions. The results show that constructivism strengthens Maharah Kalam through four main mechanisms: experiential meaning-making, social interaction and scaffolding, authentic communicative tasks, and reflective assessment. Strategies such as cooperative learning, contextual teaching, role-playing, project-based learning, social media, Telegram, and gamification have been shown to encourage participation, confidence, fluency, and negotiation of meaning. In conclusion, constructivism integration is effective when it is designed in a structured, context-based manner, and supported by teacher competence and a sustainable language environment.
Analysis of the Basic Concept of Education Policy in the Style of the Prophet Muhammad Shallallahu Alaihi Wasallam
For 14 centuries ago, the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) has finally conveyed the concept of justice to the Companions in particular and all Muslims in general. Mainly, it is fair in a policy, especially education policy. Not only in Islamic education the policy must be made as fair as possible, but also wider in scope for education in general. Policy makers must comprehensively understand the basic concept of education policy, especially in Indonesia so that the policies offered do not reap controversy in society. Likewise, education activists are obliged to understand the basic concept of education policy to be able to analyze whether the policies set are in accordance with the basic concept or even the laws and regulations set in Indonesia. Also, of course, is the policy fair if it is applied in the educational order. This article aims to better understand the basic concepts of education policy analysis, especially the concept of education policy in the style of the Prophet. The method used in this study is a literature study by referring to relevant and quality scientific works to be compared to produce new scientific findings. This research reveals a finding that the current concept of education policy is in accordance with the concept of education policy in the style of the Prophet. What makes the public confused and often gives birth to cases turns out to be irresponsible policy holders.