Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities

Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) in Islamic Religious Education: An Implementation Analysis

Fauzi Ananda (STAI Nurul Ilmi Tanjungbalai)
Fauziatun Azhima (STAI Nurul Ilmi Tanjungbalai)
Shopiana (STAI Nurul Ilmi Tanjungbalai)
Gunawan Syahputra (STAI Nurul Ilmi Tanjungbalai)
Nurmisdaramayani (Institut Jam'iyah Mahmudiyah Langkat)
Muhammad Ilham (Institut Jam'iyah Mahmudiyah Langkat)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Jul 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) approach in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) subjects to improve students' understanding and practice of religious values ​​in their daily lives. This study uses a literature study type of research by collecting related data on contextual components in Islamic Education learning in schools. The results of the study indicate that PAI learning with a contextual approach successfully transforms the learning process from mere memorization of material into a meaningful learning experience. Implementation is carried out through seven main components of CTL: constructivism, inquiry, questioning, learning communities, modeling, reflection, and authentic assessment. This approach has been proven to increase active student involvement, strengthen character, and make it easier for students to connect PAI materials (morals, fiqh, history) with the context of real-life everyday situations. Conclusion: Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) is an effective strategy to improve PAI learning outcomes both academically and affectively. This approach makes Islamic Education more relevant and applicable, thus producing students who are not only cognitively intelligent, but also have good morals in society.

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Journal Info

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yjssh

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Humanities Social Sciences

Description

Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (YJSSH) is an academic journal which focuses on social and humanistic issues, both of a conceptual and an empirical nature. The journal uses a multidisciplinary perspective with a focus on the main issue. The journal is open to all to contribute to it, ...