As-Sulthan Journal of Education
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): Maret

INCLUSIVITY IN ISLAMIC EDUCATION AMID STUDENT DIVERSITY: A PHENOMENOLOGICAL STUDY AT MUHAMMADIYAH 9

Ilham Cahya Hardiansyah (Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Mar 2026

Abstract

This study examines the inclusive teaching practices of Al-Islam teachers amidst the increasing diversity of student backgrounds at SMA Muhammadiyah 9 Bekasi City. The research aims to describe and understand in depth the essential structures of teachers' experiences in implementing inclusive and adaptive attitudes without compromising the ideological identity of Muhammadiyah. A qualitative method with a phenomenological approach was employed. Data were gathered through in-depth interviews with three Al-Islam teachers of varying tenures, complemented by classroom observations and school activity documentation. Data analysis involved reduction, thematic clustering, and the extraction of essential meanings from the informants' experiences. The findings reveal that teacher inclusivity is manifested through an awareness of diversity as sunatullah, the implementation of dialogic-participatory learning strategies, and reflective efforts in addressing pedagogical challenges. This inclusivity is deeply rooted in the values of "Progressive Islam" (Islam Berkemajuan), which emphasize balance, justice, and humanity. In conclusion, the teacher's role as a moral role model and agent of a tolerant culture is pivotal in delivering moderate and relevant Islamic education within a pluralistic society. This research contributes significantly to the development of a contextualized inclusive Islamic education model within the Muhammadiyah school environment.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

asje

Publisher

Subject

Education Social Sciences

Description

As Sulthan Journal of Education (ISSN 3063 8313) is a peer reviewed open access journal that publishes high quality research articles in the field of education. The journal operates under a double blind review process to ensure the integrity and rigor of the review process, with the aim of fostering ...