Character development of students through aqidah akhlak education: Insights from muhammadiyah educational institutions

Abstract

The background to this research is that many students often commit behavioral deviations and experience declining moral values in Indonesia. This research aims to explore the implementation of Aqidah Akhlak education in developing student character at SMA Muhammadiyah 4 Yogyakarta. Qualitative methods with a descriptive approach were used to collect data through interviews, observation, and documentation. The results of the research show that the implementation of Aqidah Akhlak education has succeeded in influencing the development of student's character, supported by a school environment that facilitates religious programs such as Duha prayers and congregational prayers. Aqidah Akhlak teachers play an important role in an effective learning process. Supporting factors include the teacher's role as a role model in behavior and action. In contrast, inhibiting factors include students' disharmonious family conditions, the influence of gadgets, and the challenges of mentoring teenagers who tend to be exploratory.