Integration of Character Education and Islamic Education Values in The Independent Curriculum in Senior High School in Batam City Riau Islands

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This study aims to explain the integration of character education and Islamic educational values ??in the Independent Curriculum at Senior High Schools in Batam City, Riau Islands. The background of this study is based on the importance of character formation among students so that they have a positive and strong direction in life in facing global challenges, as well as the need to instill Islamic values ??as part of holistic education. This study aims to identify and analyze the implementation of Islamic educational values ??in character education at Senior High Schools in Batam City and their impact on students. The research method used is qualitative with a case study approach, where data is collected through in-depth interviews with teachers, students, and observations in teaching and learning activities. The results of the study show that the integration of Islamic values ??in character education at Senior High Schools in Batam City takes place effectively, with a number of supporting programs and activities such as extracurricular and religious activities, so that students become more disciplined, responsible, and respect each other. The conclusion of this study is that character education based on Islamic values ??not only strengthens students' morals and ethics, but also creates a better learning environment, so that Senior High Schools in Batam City can be a model in the implementation of the Independent Curriculum which is more oriented towards character and noble morals.