INJECT Interdisciplinary Journal of Communication
Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025)

Development And Evaluation of A Sufi Oriented Experiential Learning Model In Islamic Religious Education

Suharjo (Universitas Islam Negeri Imam Bonjol Padang)
Duski Samad (Universitas Islam Negeri Imam Bonjol Padang)
Ulfatmi Amirsyah (Universitas Islam Negeri Imam Bonjol Padang)
Samsul Nizar (Universitas Syarif Kasim Riau)



Article Info

Publish Date
27 Dec 2025

Abstract

This study addressed the low emotional-spiritual intelligence among students at SMAN 1 Kinali, a problem stemming from a conventional Islamic Religious Education (PAI) approach overly focused on cognitive and dogmatic instruction. The research aimed to develop, implement, and evaluate the validity, practicality, and effectiveness of a Sufi-oriented experiential learning model that integrates Al-Ghazali’s spiritual stages (maqamat) with Kolb’s experiential learning cycle. Employing a Research and Development (R&D) design using the 4D model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate), data were collected through mixed methods, including pre-test/post-test ESQ scales, participant observation, reflective journals, and in-depth interviews. The experimental group (n=32) underwent the intervention, while a control group (n=30) received conventional instruction. Quantitative data analysis using paired and independent sample t-tests revealed a significantly higher ESQ improvement in the experimental group (mean gain = +27.52, p < 0.01, d = 3.78) compared to the control group (mean gain = +10.09). Qualitative thematic analysis showed students' progression to the initial taubah (repentance) stage, marked by heightened self-awareness, behavioral changes, and value internalization. The findings conclude that the developed model is valid, practical, and effective in enhancing students' ESQ. This study offers a replicable pedagogical framework for holistic PAI, emphasizing the integration of spiritual psychology and experiential pedagogy.

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inject

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Religion Computer Science & IT Environmental Science Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

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Focus and Scope INJECT journal focuses on the discussion of interdisciplinary communication, social-religious research that includes culture, Media Communication using quantitative or qualitative research methods. This journal is a media to accommodate the result of field research of students, ...