Integration of Religious Studies and Science in PAI Learning: A Transdisciplinary Approach
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The integration of religious sciences and science has become a key focus in the development of education at Islamic Higher Education Institutions (PTKI), such as UIN Sumatera Utara. This study aims to examine the implementation of a transdisciplinary approach in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning at UIN Sumatera Utara, investigating how the integration of religious knowledge and science is applied in the curriculum and teaching processes. A qualitative approach with field research was employed, involving classroom observations, in-depth interviews with lecturers, students, and curriculum managers, as well as document analysis. The findings indicate that the transdisciplinary approach has been implemented through the use of digital technology, contemporary scientific studies, and the integration of classical literature with modern scientific knowledge. Students showed high enthusiasm for this approach, leading to increased active participation, critical thinking skills, and a more contextual understanding of religious teachings. This research contributes to the development of a more holistic and adaptive PAI learning model, strengthening the relationship between religion and science in Islamic education at PTKI.
Integrasi ilmu agama dan sains menjadi fokus utama pengembangan pendidikan di Perguruan Tinggi Keagamaan Islam (PTKI), seperti UIN Sumatera Utara. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji implementasi pendekatan transdisipliner dalam pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) di UIN Sumatera Utara, dengan meneliti bagaimana penggabungan ilmu agama dan sains diterapkan dalam kurikulum dan proses pembelajaran. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan studi lapangan, yang melibatkan observasi kelas, wawancara mendalam dengan dosen, mahasiswa, dan pengelola kurikulum, serta analisis dokumen terkait. Temuan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pendekatan transdisipliner telah diterapkan melalui penggunaan teknologi digital, kajian ilmiah kontemporer, dan integrasi literatur klasik dengan ilmu pengetahuan modern. Mahasiswa menunjukkan antusiasme yang tinggi terhadap pendekatan ini, yang meningkatkan partisipasi aktif, kemampuan berpikir kritis, dan pemahaman keagamaan yang lebih kontekstual. Penelitian ini berkontribusi pada pengembangan model pembelajaran PAI yang lebih holistik dan adaptif terhadap perkembangan ilmu pengetahuan, serta memperkuat hubungan antara agama dan sains dalam pendidikan Islam di PTKI.
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