THE EFFECT OF STUDENT-CENTERED PAI LEARNING ON STUDENTS' LEARNING INDEPENDENCE AND UNDERSTANDING OF ISLAMIC VALUES AT AL HIJRAH MIDDLE SCHOOL MEDAN

Abstract

 This study aims to examine the effect of student-centered Islamic Education (PAI) learning on students’ learning autonomy at SMP Al Hijrah Medan. The research is motivated by the persistence of teacher-centered instructional practices in Islamic Education, which may limit students’ independence in managing their learning processes. This study employed a quantitative approach with a correlational survey design. The sample consisted of 30 students selected using stratified random sampling. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire that had been tested for validity and reliability. Data analysis included normality testing, reliability testing, descriptive statistics, and simple linear regression analysis. The results indicate that student-centered PAI learning has a positive and significant effect on students’ learning autonomy. The coefficient of determination shows that a substantial proportion of the variance in learning autonomy is explained by the implementation of student-centered learning in Islamic Education. These findings suggest that learning approaches that actively involve students contribute significantly to the development of independent learning skills. This study provides practical implications for strengthening student-centered instructional strategies in Islamic Education to foster students’ learning autonomy and character development.