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Gamification of Iqra’ to Strengthen Religious Literacy of Migrant Children Azzudy, Muhammad Saifuddin; Arifin, Syamsul; Ishari, Nurhafid
Academia Open Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): December
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/acopen.10.2025.12424

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General Background: Education for Indonesian migrant children abroad often faces limitations in access, resources, and teacher availability, which weakens their religious literacy. Specific Background: At the Indonesian Education Center (PPWNI) Klang, Malaysia, the ability of children to read hijaiyah letters is hindered by monotonous methods and low motivation. Knowledge Gap: Previous studies have shown the effectiveness of gamification in general and formal education, but little research has examined its integration with the Iqra’ method in non-formal migrant contexts. Aims: This study investigates how gamification can be applied in Iqra’ learning for migrant children and evaluates its impact on motivation, discipline, participation, and literacy skills. Results: Using a qualitative case study with 30 students and one teacher, the findings reveal that gamification elements—such as points, scoreboards, challenges, and star rewards—improved attendance (from 70% to 90%), raised average scores (from 58 to 82), and enhanced confidence in reading aloud. Novelty: This research uniquely integrates gamification with the Iqra’ method in a non-formal migrant setting with limited resources, demonstrating effectiveness without relying on digital technology. Implications: The study contributes theoretically by offering a community-based gamification model and practically by providing an enjoyable and replicable solution for strengthening religious literacy among migrant children. Highlights: Gamification effectively boosts motivation, discipline, and literacy skills. Integrating Iqra’ with gamification in migrant settings is novel. Simple, low-tech strategies can improve learning outcomes significantly. Keywords: Gamification, Iqra’ Method, Religious Literacy, Migrant Children, Non-Formal Education  
Sustainability of Non-Formal Education for Indonesian Migrant Children Faradila Aini; Nurhafid Ishari; Ahmad Ihwanul Muttaqin
Academia Open Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): December
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/acopen.10.2025.12445

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General Background: Access to education for Indonesian migrant children in Malaysia remains limited due to immigration restrictions and socio-economic barriers, making non-formal education a vital alternative. Specific Background: The Sentul Guidance Center (Sanggar Bimbingan Sentul) serves as a Community Learning Center (PKBM) under the Indonesian Embassy, providing literacy, numeracy, and religious habituation to children without formal school access. Knowledge Gap: Previous studies have examined program effectiveness but rarely explored long-term sustainability, especially the interplay of institutional support, parental involvement, and spiritual practices. Aims: This study investigates the factors sustaining non-formal education, analyzing how institutional, pedagogical, and community elements ensure continuity despite limited resources. Results: Using a qualitative case study, findings reveal that sustainability depends on embassy-backed institutional support, adaptive teacher strategies, parental moral encouragement, and high student motivation. Religious activities, particularly the duha prayer, enhance discipline and learning focus. Novelty: Unlike prior research, this study highlights the combined influence of state educational diplomacy, collaborative community engagement, and the integration of spiritual practices as critical to program resilience. Implications: The results provide a model for policy development and program design, demonstrating that multi-stakeholder collaboration and the inclusion of spiritual dimensions can sustain non-formal education for migrant children in challenging contexts. Highlights: Institutional and community collaboration ensures program continuity. Adaptive teaching and duha prayer enhance learning discipline. Parental moral support motivates children despite limited involvement. Keywords: Non Formal Education, Migrant Children, Sentul Guidance Center, Calistung, Duha Prayer