EFFORTS OF ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION TEACHERS IN OVERCOMING YOUTH DELINQUENCY IN THE DIGITAL ERA CASE STUDY OF SMKS BINONG PERMAI

Abstract

This study aims to determine the efforts of Islamic religious education (PAI) teachers and is based on the phenomenon of increasing juvenile delinquency due to the rapid development of technology and digital media, which affects students' morals, ethics and behavior. PAI teachers have an important role in fostering students' character through a religious approach and value education. The research method used is qualitative descriptive with data collection techniques through interviews, observations and documentation. The results of the study indicate that the efforts of Islamic Religious Education teachers are carried out through three main approaches, namely preventive (moral and spiritual development to prevent delinquency), curative (direct handling of problematic students) and rehabilitative (continued development for students who have committed violations). In addition, collaboration between teachers, parents and schools is key to creating a conducive educational environment. The results of this study emphasize the importance of the role of PAI teachers in shaping students' character in the digital era, as well as the need for a religious education strategy that is relevant and adaptive to the development of information technology.