Measuring Faith with Numbers: Can Islamic Religious Education Exams Assess Spiritual Understanding?

Anita Andriani; Ibnu Imam Al Ayyubi; Niken Siti Nur Apriyanti; Nurhikmah; Siti Rahmawati

doi:10.62448/bujie.v3i1.170

Authors

Anita Andriani Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Darul Falah Bandung, Indonesia
Ibnu Imam Al Ayyubi Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Darul Falah Bandung, Indonesia
Niken Siti Nur Apriyanti Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Darul Falah Bandung, Indonesia
Nurhikmah Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar, Indonesia
Siti Rahmawati Indonesian Overseas School (SILN) Makkah, Saudi Arabia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62448/bujie.v3i1.170

Keywords:

Faith, Spiritual Understanding, Assessment

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate whether numerical results from IRE exams can accurately reflect students' overall spiritual comprehension. Through both quantitative and qualitative analysis, the study finds that relying solely on test scores is insufficient to assess students’ faith and spiritual insight. Significant differences in learning outcomes between schools suggest that variations in teaching methods and assessment systems contribute to these disparities. Interviews with students and teachers reveal that IRE exams, which tend to emphasize memorization, fall short in uncovering deeper understanding of religious values. In contrast, assessment approaches that are more relevant to everyday life, encourage reflection, utilize narrative methods, and observe student behavior are perceived as more effective. Therefore, an ideal model for assessing Islamic Religious Education should integrate both cognitive evaluation and spiritual reflection through a comprehensive, holistic approach. By combining written assessments with contextual inquiry, personal reflection, and behavioral observation, educators can gain a more accurate and authentic picture of students’ religious understanding. Such a multifaceted evaluation system not only enhances the relevance of PAI but also supports the formation of students who genuinely embody Islamic values in their daily lives.

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