The Challenges Faced by Islamic Religious Education Teachers Amidst the Flow of Digital Technology Development

Abstract

This research discusses the challenges faced by Islamic education in response to the rapid advancement of digital technology. In the era of globalization, Islamic education must be able to adapt to the changes taking place, including in the dissemination of information that involves various relevant factors. This study identifies several key issues, including difficulties in utilizing technology, barriers in the educational process for students, and challenges in ensuring the quality of education amidst a flow of unfiltered information. Furthermore, the research also emphasizes the importance of integrating technology into the Islamic education curriculum to enhance learning effectiveness and inspire students. Given the significance of this issue, cooperation from all stakeholders is needed to address these challenges and harness technology as a tool to advance Islamic education in the digital era. The method used in this study is library research with a qualitative approach, along with a phenomenological approach to delve into the existing phenomena. The results indicate that the development of the times, marked by the emergence of information technology, has both positive and negative impacts on various aspects of life, including in the field of Islamic religious education, which continues to undergo changes, particularly in teaching approaches.