IMPLEMENTASI KEGIATAN KEAGAMAAN DALAM MEMBENTUK KARAKTER RELIGIUS SISWA MTs HIDAYATUL MUBTADIIN TASIKMADU KOTA MALANG

Abstract

This study investigates how religious activities are implemented to foster students' religious character at MTs Hidayatul Mubtadiin Tasikmadu, Malang City. The research is based on the concern that students' religious character cannot be effectively developed without systematic and continuous religious habituation in schools. Unlike previous studies that primarily examined the influence of religious activities on students' character, this study focuses on the implementation process, including planning, execution, and outcomes. A qualitative case study approach was employed, with data collected through observations, semi-structured interviews, and documentation involving the principal, Islamic education teachers, religious activity coordinators, and students. Data were analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldana, while credibility was ensured through source, technique, and time triangulation. The findings reveal that religious activities are systematically planned through coordination meetings and implemented consistently through congregational Dhuha prayer, Yasin and Tahlil recitation, short surah recitation, religious speeches (kultum), and memorization evaluations. These activities positively contribute to strengthening students' religious character, as reflected in improved worship discipline, Qur'an literacy, politeness, responsibility, social awareness, and self-confidence, ultimately creating a sustainable religious culture within the madrasah.