PERAN GURU PENDIDIKAN ISLAM DALAM MEMBENTUK KARAKTER MODERAT DI TENGAH ARUS RADIKALISME DIGITAL

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers in developing moderate character amidst the tide of digital radicalism among students. The phenomenon of digital radicalism through social media, online forums, and instant messaging applications has influenced students' mindsets, religious behavior, and social interactions, thus requiring strategic intervention from Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers as agents of religious moderation. The research method used was normative-qualitative with a library research approach. Data were obtained from Islamic Religious Education (PAI) curriculum documents, academic literature related to religious moderation, and previous research on digital radicalism in developing countries. The analysis was conducted systematically through content analysis to examine pedagogical practices, learning strategies, and teacher interventions that have the potential to shape students' moderate character. The results show that Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers play a strategic role as value keepers and moral mentors. The integration of moderation values ​​into formal and hidden curriculum learning, teacher role models of moderation, and ethical guidance on digital media use effectively shape students who are critical, tolerant, and able to discern provocative information. Collaboration with parents and the community strengthens the effectiveness of this strategy. The impact of this research confirms the transformation of the Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teacher's role from mere instructor to digital guide and value mentor, while also providing a basis for educational policy to strengthen the synergy between technology, religion, and morality in Islamic education