DIGITIZATION OF ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION LEARNING IN ENHANCING STUDENT LEARNING MOTIVATION AT SMP NU SUNAN GIRI KEPANJEN

The widespread adoption of technological advancements today has
brought changes to many aspects of society, including education. The
Ministry of Education and Culture has sought to adjust teaching
strategies to accommodate new technological advancements, such as
internet usage. SMP NU Sunan Giri Kepanjen, which has implemented
digital learning, follows these guidelines. This policy is developed with
consideration for the latest technological advancements in the field of
education, particularly in Islamic Religious Education. This study aims
to assess the level of digitization in Islamic Religious Education (PAI)
learning at SMP NU Sunan Giri Kepanjen; to examine student learning
motivation in PAI classes at SMP NU Sunan Giri Kepanjen; and to identify
the factors that facilitate or hinder the digitization of Islamic Religious
Education learning at SMP NU Sunan Giri Kepanjen. The research
method used in this study is descriptive qualitative, with data collected
through documentation, in-depth interviews, and observation.
The research found that digitization in Islamic Religious Education
learning can enhance students' motivation to learn. The digital tools used
include educational videos and presentations using digital devices.