Soft skills of educators in Islamic education

Abstract

Soft skills are personal strengths related to non-technical aspects, such as the ability to communicate, socialize, collaborate, and control emotions. Soft skills include individual skills in building relationships with others (interpersonal skills) as well as the ability to manage oneself (intrapersonal skills). This study aims to explore the role of soft skills in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning and strategies for developing them in the context of Islamic education. The method used is a qualitative approach with a library research type, where data is collected from various secondary sources such as books, articles, journals, and related magazines. Data analysis was carried out by considering the soft skills required in PAI learning based on previous research findings, while also linking various learning media that can support the development of students' soft skills. The results of the analysis indicate that effective media include audiovisual technology, media that support material understanding, and the active role of teachers and parents as facilitators in the learning process. Thus, the combination of appropriate media and the support of a conducive learning environment are important factors in optimally developing students' soft skills.