Competence of Islamic Religious Education Teachers in Information Technology-Based Learning to Increase Learning Interest of Vocational High School Students

Abstract

This study focuses on the competence of Islamic Religious Education (PAI)
teachers in using information technology-based learning to enhance
students' learning interest at SMK Ganesa Sekampung, East Lampung. The
research questions address the teachers' proficiency in using information
technology media, the types of media employed in PAI learning, as well as
the challenges faced and solutions implemented by teachers in integrating
information technology into the learning process. The purpose of this study
is to examine the PAI teachers' skills in using information technology
media, to identify the media utilized, and to explore the problems and
solution efforts encountered during technology-based learning at SMK
Ganesa Sekampung. This research adopts a qualitative approach with
descriptive analysis methods. Data were collected through interviews,
questionnaires, and document analysis. The findings reveal that the
competence of PAI teachers in using information technology media
remains low. This is primarily due to the teachers' limited familiarity with
using technology in their daily routines. The media used include
presentation slides, videos, and other digital tools. A major issue faced is
the lack of training opportunities in information technology, which
contributes to the teachers' limited skills. As a solution, teachers participate
in training sessions and are supported by the school through the provision
of facilities such as computers and projectors.