IAIKUPers – Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training (FITK) Khozinatul Ulum Islamic Institute (I AM AWESOME) Blora held a festive scientific article seminar in the central campus auditorium, Wednesday (30/4/2025). Carry the theme “Stringing ideas, Sowing changes”, This seminar is a placement for the results of the field lecture report report (MPA) to Sabilillah Islamic School Malang by semester students 6 of three study programs: Islamic religious education (PAI), Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Teacher Education (PGMI), and Early Childhood Islamic Education (PIAUD).
This seminar was officially opened by the Chancellor of IAKU Blora, KH. Ahmad Zaky Fuad, S.Th.I., M.Ag., and attended by campus leaders, Among them are Deputy Rector I Ahmad Syaifullah, M.Pd.I., Deputy Rector III Ahmad Saiful Rizal, M.Pd., Head of LPPM Zaimul Asroor, S.Th.I., M.Ag., Dean of Fitk Arim Irsyadulloh Albin Jaya, M.Pd., as well as the Head of Study Program and Secretariat of each Department.
Chief Executive, Helina Himmatul Ulya Lina, M.Pd., In his remarks expressed the hope that this activity became a means of students reaping scientific benefits from field experience, while triggering the spirit of writing and researching. "The hope, Friends are not just a teacher, but also a sharp researcher. Articles from this seminar are sought to be published,he said.
In a motivational response, Rector of KH. Ahmad Zaky Fuad s.Th.I., M.Ag., confirms the importance of research as part of the Tridharma of Higher Education. He conveyed a great opportunity for students to graduate without a thesis, as long as they are able to publish scientific articles in reputable journals, at least Sinta 6. "If you can write published articles, just a seminar without a thesis. This has been applied in several other campuses,he stressed. He also encourages students to be serious in writing and analyzing, As a provision to face the challenges of the world of work that demands critical and structured thinking.
The seminar was guided by Mohamad Ulil Abshor and featured the main display of Ahmad Najih Musoffa Fuadi, PAI semester students 6 Extension class, representing the group 6 chosen as the best group. In his research, He highlighted the implementation of interactive learning based on Smart Self-Directed Learning (SSDL) at Sabilillah Islamic Middle School Malang. Using a qualitative approach through interviews and observations, This study shows that SSDL -based digital class design is able to increase student motivation and learning activeness. “Teachers are no longer just teachers, but the active facilitator and supervisor,”Said Najih.
After exposure, Najih received critical questions from campus practitioners such as Vice Chancellor I, III, and Head of LPPM, which he answered straightforwardly and enthusiastically, Demonstrate student readiness in scientific forums.
Besides the best groups, All KKL participants also presented the results of their reports and articles in various classrooms. Total is divided into six presentation locations based on groups and KKL bus fleets. Each space has an appraiser and moderator, Creating an active and dynamic discussion atmosphere. Students present are not only listeners, but also active as a pen, Added a seminar atmosphere.
With a spirit of collaborative and warm academic atmosphere, This scientific article seminar is not just a place to show abilities, but also opens a new path in completing studies at Fitk IAKU Blora. Great hopes are embedded, that this step will give birth to graduates who are not only capable of teaching, but also excels in researching and critical thinking - which is a motor of change in the world of education.
Information; Yusron Ridho Nurfatoni
