Enhancing Teacher Readiness and Student Achievement through Digital Learning Tools in Islamic Education
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Clinical Trial
Abstract: To meet the needs of 21st-century learners, technology must be an integral part of education. However, many teachers need support using digital learning tools in ways that align with the curriculum's aims and encourage higher-order thinking Skills (HOTS). This project aims to improve teacher preparedness and student achievement in Islamic schools by developing and using digital learning tools based on the Technological, Pedagogical, and Content Knowledge (TPACK) framework. The study employed a quasi-experimental mixed-methods approach to compare an experimental group that utilized TPACK-guided digital tools with a control group that followed conventional teaching methods. This integrated quantitative and qualitative data. We collected data through pre- and post-tests, TPACK competence self-assessments, classroom observations, and questionnaires soliciting teacher comments. The results show that the experimental group had a 30.1% higher score than the control group, which had only a 6.7% higher score (p < 0.001). Teachers who used these digital tools also said that the quality of their lessons and the level of student involvement increased. The findings indicate that developing digital learning tools based on the TPACK framework is a practical approach to enhancing teaching, meeting curricular objectives, and promoting religious and moral values in Islamic education. There were some issues with the initial deployment, but continued teacher support is still necessary for long-term success.
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7222000730