Optimizing Islamic Religious Education Curriculum: Unveiling the Influential Factors

Abstract

This study aims to identify factors that influence students' academic achievement in Islamic religious education at Madrasah Aliyah Bidayatul Hidayah. A quantitative method was used involving 34 teachers as the population, using total sampling. Data were collected through a survey and analyzed using multiple linear regression. The results showed that resource availability, teacher competence, student participation and family support significantly influenced students' academic achievement partially and simultaneously, with teacher competence being the most dominant factor. Limitations of this study include the limited generalizability of the results to one educational institution and the use of quantitative methods only. Future research recommendations include using a holistic approach and developing more effective education policies.