INTEGRATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION LEARNING

Abstract

This study discusses the integration of information technology in Islamic Religious Education (IRE)
learning in the digital era. The rapid development of information technology has significantly
influenced the education sector, including the implementation of IRE learning, which is required to
be more adaptive and innovative. This study aims to examine the role, benefits, and challenges of
integrating information technology in Islamic Religious Education learning. The research method
used is a literature review by analyzing various sources, including books, national and international
scientific journals, and relevant research articles related to information technology and Islamic
education. The results of the study indicate that the integration of information technology in IRE
learning can improve learning effectiveness, enhance students’ learning motivation, and expand
access to Islamic learning resources, such as digital Qur’an applications, interactive learning
media, and online learning platforms. In addition, the use of information technology encourages IRE
teachers to develop more creative, contextual, and student-centered learning strategies that are in
line with the characteristics of learners in the digital era. However, the implementation of
information technology in IRE learning still faces several challenges, including limited teachers’
digital competencies and unequal availability of technological infrastructure. Therefore,
strengthening teachers’ digital skills and institutional support is essential to ensure the optimal and
sustainable integration of information technology in Islamic Religious Education learning.