Instilling AIK Values through Islamic Songs in Elementary Schools in Ciledug District

Abstract

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of using Islamic songs and Mars Sang Surya in internalizing Islamic and Muhammadiyah values (AIK) in elementary school students. The study was conducted at Muhammadiyah Elementary School, Ciledug District, involving 28 fourth-grade students and 2 AIK teachers as the main subjects. The approach used was the Kemmis & McTaggart classroom action research (CAR) model through two cycles. Data collection techniques included observation, semi-structured interviews, documentation, and questionnaires. The results showed that the music-based approach was able to improve students' understanding and attitudes towards AIK values, such as sincerity, responsibility, social concern, and enthusiasm for worship. Islamic songs and Mars Sang Surya function as effective symbolic and affective media in bridging moral values with children's emotional world. Teachers' and students' responses to this approach were very positive, and it was considered enjoyable, relevant, and had great potential to be applied more widely in character value learning in Muhammadiyah elementary schools.