SINTHOP: Media Kajian Pendidikan, Agama, Sosial dan Budaya
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): January-June

The Role of Teachers in Building Gender Identity and Equality in Integrated Islamic Kindergartens in Banda Aceh

Ramadhani, Leony Novita (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Jun 2025

Abstract

This study aims to examine the construction of gender identity and roles, as well as the practice of socializing gender equality values by teachers in three Integrated Islamic Kindergartens (TKIT) in Banda Aceh. Employing a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through participatory observation and in-depth interviews with teachers at TKIT Al-Fatih, Permata Sunnah, and Khalifah 3. The findings reveal that teachers adopt thematic and contextual approaches to introduce gender identity and encourage cross-gender interactions through play, discussions, and exemplary behavior. The pedagogical practices reflect transformative efforts toward inclusive education responsive to equality. However, subtle biases in communication patterns indicate the need to strengthen gender literacy among educators. These findings confirm that Islamic educational institutions can serve as strategic spaces to instill gender equality values through reflective, critical, and contextual approaches.

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ojs

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Religion Humanities Education Social Sciences Other

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SINTHOP: Media Kajian Pendidikan, Agama, Sosial dan Budaya is a double-blind peer-reviewed academic journal published by Lembaga Aneuk Muda Peduli Ummat in collaboration with LaKaspia, Banda Aceh, Indonesia. The journal is committed to advancing scholarly discourse and disseminating high-quality ...