DINAMIKA ILMU - Vol. 22 No. 2 - Developing Transdisciplinary-based Material Design for Akidah Akhlak Learning

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Transdisciplinary-based learning (TDBL) addresses classroom teaching and learning problems by integrating Islamic instruction into science knowledge in a holistic manner. The study develops TDBL-based learning materials for the Aqidah Akhlak subject and applies Plomp’s research and development model across problem analysis, design, realization, implementation, and evaluation. Expert validation results for student and teacher books are highly eligible for field trials and categorized as practical. Student outcomes are mostly at a moderate level, and T-test results confirm the materials’ effectiveness, supporting use for both students and teachers.

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Abstract

A. Introduction

Aqidah Akhlak learning objectives and classroom challenges

Prior related research and identified gaps

Rationale for transdisciplinary-based learning (TDBL)

Transdisciplinary aims and expected benefits

DINAMIKA ILMU Vol. 22 No. 2, 2022 P-ISSN: 1411-3031; E-ISSN: 2442-9651 doi: [http://doi.org/10.21093/di.v22i2.4809](http://doi.org/10.21093/di.v22i2.4809) Developing Transdisciplinary-based Material Design for Akidah Akhlak Learning Lusinta Rehna Ginting1 , Saiful Akhyar Lubis2, Rusydi Ananda3 123North Sumatra State Islamic University [uchi1704@gmail.com](uchi1704@gmail.com), [saifulakhyarlubis@uinsu.ac.id](saifulakhyarlubis@uinsu.ac.id), [rusydiananda@uinsu.ac.id](rusydiananda@uinsu.ac.id) Abstract Transdisciplinary-based learning (TDBL) is a need of teachers in teaching where its existence offers for solutions to solve teaching and learning problems in class. In this case, the presence of TDBL in Aqidah Akhlak subject means integrating Islamic teaching into science as knowledge in a holistic way. Thus, this study aims to propose a new way of teaching by developing the learning materials for the Aqidah Akhlak subject which is integrated into TDBL. Plomp’s model of research and development design is used in this research which typically includes five stages including problem analysis, design, realization, implementation, and evaluation. The result from expert validation both for student and teacher books is considered in the eligible category, highly eligible for field trial assessment, and practical category for the practical assessment. Students’ performance on Aqidah Akhlak subject is dominated by moderate level rather than high one. T-test proved that the use of TDBL Aqidah Akhlak learning materials effective to be utilized in class. Through the result of the study, it can be concluded that the proposed product of TDBL Aqidah Akhlak learning materials can be used both for students and teachers. Discussion and research implications are discussed further in this study. Keyword: Aqidah Akhlak learning, research and development, secondary level context, Transdisciplinary-based material design A. Introduction Aqidah Akhlak is part of Islamic Religious learning which aim is to introduce, comprehend, and keep a belief, and learn how to build relations to God (Hablumminallah) and to humans (Hablumminannas) (Zainuddin, 2019) . Students are expected to build noble characters and high moral awareness in relation to their personalities and social lives (Majid & Andayani, 2004) . Particularly in Islamic Junior High Schools or so-called Madrasah Tsanawiyah (MTs) in Medan, Indonesia, showed a specific phenomenon that the researchers found based on preliminary research where the learning process done by teachers of Aqidah Akhlak referred to the use of old paradigm i.e., knowledge is transferred to passive students. The Grammar Translation Method was used repeatedly to have the students take notes and memorize the materials without building the reasoning skill of students which caused the low willingness to take the subject. Moreover, the learning activities of Aqidah Akhlak at MTs level in Medan need to be developed, especially towards the everyday use of a regular handbook with rare innovations in the learning design. Therefore, this research is intended to answer the challenges faced by teachers and students by offering the development of Aqidah Akhlak learning materials. Moreover, previous researchers’ attention towards the development of Aqidah Akhlak material and learning design in different levels is considered very limited, especially to the level of high school and junior high school. In elementary levels, varied models of Aqidah Akhlak learning materials had been done e.g., the development of attractive Aqidah morals comics (Fahyuni & Fauji, 2017), the creation of Aqidah Akhlak book to increase students’ comprehension (Zainuddin, 2019), the development of learning materials of Aqidah Akhlak subject by using kids magazines (Alimaturraiyah & Wahab, 2019), and the development of learning materials of Aqidah Akhlak subject by using kids magazines (Almuhtadin, 2022) . At Junior High School level, the design

FAQs

What is the main goal of this research on Aqidah Akhlak learning materials?

To propose a new teaching approach by developing Aqidah Akhlak learning materials integrated into transdisciplinary-based learning (TDBL).

Which research and development model is used to design the learning materials?

Plomp’s research and development model, consisting of five stages: problem analysis, design, realization, implementation, and evaluation.

How effective are the TDBL Aqidah Akhlak learning materials according to the study?

Expert validation classifies the materials as highly eligible for field trials and practical. A T-test indicates that the TDBL-based materials are effective for classroom use.

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