An Investigation of Teachers' Use of Interactive Multimedia Technology for Islamic Education Instructions in Bengkulu

Abstract

Purpose: Islamic education in Indonesia is currently facing challenges as the country enters Industrial Revolution 4.0. If there is no new breakthrough in learning methods, achieving PP. No. 19 for the year 2005 will be difficult. Methodology: To meet the new challenges, teachers must have adequate and well-organized training programs. This study was conducted by using a descriptive qualitative method. This study illustrated the phenomenon based on the situation. The research data were collected through interviews, observation, and documentation techniques. Findings: The results of this study indicated the following: (1) school teachers have used learning media, such as books, pictures, real objects, and the surrounding environment; (2) teachers and students need to utilize interactive multimedia based on the material delivered by the teacher; (3) the teachers need to use interactive multimedia to match the students’ various learning styles and preferred styles. Conclusion: Thus, teachers are advised to utilize interactive multimedia in performing the presentation of the lessons more effectively and efficiently and match the students’ various learning styles and preferred styles.