IMPLEMENTASI KURIKULUM CINTA UNTUK MENIGKATKAN AKHLAK PESERTA DIDIK DALAM PEMBELAJARAN AKIDAH AKHLAK DI MAN 2 PAMEKASAN

Abstract

This research is motivated by the importance of developing students’ morals amidst social developments and changes in the behavior of the younger generation in the educational environment. The implementation of the Love Curriculum is seen as an effort to instill the values of compassion, discipline, responsibility, and social awareness in the teaching of Aqidah Akhlak at MAN 2 Pamekasan. The objectives of this study are, first, to determine the implementation of the Love Curriculum in Aqidah Akhlak teaching and second, to determine its impact on improving students’ morals at MAN 2 Pamekasan. This study used a qualitative approach with a descriptive research method. Data collection techniques were conducted through observation, interviews, and documentation, involving the principal, Aqidah Akhlak teachers, and students as research informants. Data were analyzed through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Data validity was tested using source and technique triangulation. The results indicate that, first, the implementation of the Love Curriculum is carried out through religious habits, a humanistic approach, teacher role models, motivation, and a good relationship between teachers and students. Second, the implementation has a positive impact on improving students’ morals, such as increasing discipline, courtesy, responsibility, social awareness, and active participation in religious activities.