PERAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DALAM MENCEGAH BULLYING: STUDI KUALITATIF PADA PEMBELAJARAN AKIDAH AHLAK DI MTS NEGERI 4 KARAWANG

Abstract

Bullying behavior in schools is a serious problem that impacts the psychological and social development of students. Previous research has tended to discuss the role of teachers in general, but has not specifically examined the role of Islamic Religious Education (PAI), particularly through the teaching of Akidah Akhlak (Islamic Aqidah) in preventing bullying at the Madrasah Tsanawiyah (Islamic Junior High School) level. This study aims to analyze the role of PAI in preventing bullying behavior at MTs Negeri 4 Karawang. This study used a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with four students and one Akidah Akhlak teacher selected purposively. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, which includes data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results indicate that students' understanding of bullying is quite good, but there are still gaps in practice, particularly regarding verbal bullying, which is often perceived as a joke. PAI plays a role in preventing bullying through the internalization of moral values, teacher role models, and religious-based school programs. Theoretically, these findings suggest that the effectiveness of PAI lies in the successful integration of cognitive, affective, and behavioral aspects in student character development. However, the main challenge comes from the influence of social media, necessitating synergy between schools and parents in providing education and supervision.