Management Model for Religious Activity Programs in Shaping Students' Religious Character in Schools

Nakibul Mujahidin; Abu Hasan Agus R

doi:10.61987/jemr.v5i6.3216

Authors

Nakibul Mujahidin Universitas Nurul Jadid, Indonesia
Abu Hasan Agus R Universitas Nurul Jadid, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61987/jemr.v5i6.3216

Keywords:

Religious Character, Program Management, POAC Framework, School Culture

Abstract

Religious character education is a responsibility of schools, yet occasional activities alone may not ensure the internalization of religious values. This study aimed to examine how the management of religious activity programs supports students’ religious character development at school, through the planning, organizing, actuating, and controlling (POAC) framework. A qualitative descriptive-analytical approach was employed. Data were collected through observation, interviews with the principal, Islamic Religious Education teacher, religious activity coordinator, and students, and documentation. Data were analyzed through data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification, with credibility supported by source and method triangulation and member checking. The findings show that planning establishes objectives, schedules, responsibilities, and success indicators; organizing and actuating distribute roles and coordinate religious activities through school stakeholder collaboration; and controlling monitors implementation, student participation, and character-related behavior to inform program improvements. The study concludes that religious character development requires an integrated and sustainable management process rather than activity frequency alone. The POAC-based model offers guidance for strengthening religious school culture.

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