The Implementation of Morning Qur'an Education Program (TPQ) to Improve Religious and Moral Values in Early Childhood

Abstract

This study aims to: 1) determine the application of morning Quran Education Park (TPQ) learning to improve religious and moral values in early childhood at KB Shafiya Smart School in Wonosobo Regency, and 2) identify the supporting and inhibiting factors in the application of morning Quran Education Park (TPQ) learning to enhance religious and moral values in early childhood at KB Shafiya Smart School in Wonosobo Regency. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach with field research and data collection techniques using interviews, observations, and documentation. Additionally, data sources were obtained from research subjects, including the school principal, teachers or educators, and students of KB Shafiya Smart School in Wonosobo, with a total of seven children aged 4-5 years. The data analysis technique used is qualitative data analysis that is inductive, which involves analyzing data obtained and subsequently developing specific patterns of relationships or hypotheses. Based on the hypotheses formulated from the data, further data is sought repeatedly to conclude whether the results can be accepted or rejected based on the collected data. If the data collected repeatedly through triangulation techniques supports the hypothesis, then the hypothesis develops into a theory. The research results indicate that: 1) the application of morning Quran Education Park (TPQ) learning at KB Shafiya Smart School in Wonosobo, where the ability to read and write the Quran is also an indicator of the quality of a Muslim's religious life. Therefore, the movement to read and write the Quran is a strategic step in improving the quality of Muslims and success in the field of religion, which includes activities such as Quran Morning habituation, Dhuha prayer, Friday charity, memorization of short surahs, daily prayer memorization, and memorization of hadiths. These habituation activities have been designed to enhance children's development, particularly in terms of religion and morality. With these habituation activities, the school hopes that the development of children's religious and moral values can be achieved effectively. 2) Supporting factors include the availability of adequate school facilities and infrastructure, good management of school activity programs, and support from various parties, including the school and the foundation, as well as cooperation between educators and the parents of students. Inhibiting factors include children's lack of focus during activities and insufficient support from parents, as they do not reinforce learning at home, which can hinder the development of religious and moral values in children through the morning TPQ program with Quran Morning habituation at KB Shafiya Smart School.