Peran Guru Pendidikan Agama Islam Sebagai Garda Moderasi Strategi Pendidikan Islam Dalam Mencegah Paham Radikalisme Di SMP Angaksa Lanud Husein Sastranegara Bandung

Abstract

This study was motivated by the increasing spread of radicalism in society, particularly within educational institutions, especially at the junior high school level. Radicalism has emerged as a phenomenon of serious concern in Indonesia’s religious, national, and societal life. This ideology is not only associated with extreme religious attitudes but also has the potential to incite intolerance and violence, posing a threat to national unity. Ironically, radicalism is often cloaked in seemingly legitimate narratives, making it difficult to identify at an early stage. The purpose of this study is to identify, describe, and analyze the efforts of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers in preventing radicalism at SMP Angkasa Lanud Husein Sastranegara Bandung. This research employs a qualitative approach with a case study method, examining the natural conditions of the research object using triangulation techniques (observation, interviews, and documentation), accompanied by inductive data analysis. The results of the study indicate that the prevention of radicalism begins with the planning of Islamic Religious Education materials that explicitly and implicitly incorporate values of moderation and anti-radicalism. Implementation in the classroom is carried out through the delivery of materials integrated with messages of tolerance and critical dialogue. These efforts have had a positive impact on changing student attitudes, particularly in fostering openness, tolerance, and respect for diversity in their daily social interactions. Thus, the role of the Islamic Religious Education teacher extends beyond that of an instructor to that of an agent of change who instills national values and moderation through well-planned and integrated learning strategies.