Nusantara Islamic Education Management in Countering Digital Moral Degradation Due to Social Media Use among Adolescents

(A qualitative descriptive study at Wirakarya 2 Vocational High School, Ciparay)

Abstract

The digital era and the intense use of social media among adolescents have had a significant impact on character formation, particularly the emergence of digital moral degradation, such as the erosion of communication ethics, the spread of negative information, and irresponsible digital behavior. This situation demands an educational approach that is not merely technical but also based on local values ​​and wisdom. In this context, Nusantara Islamic Education is seen as relevant as a character education approach that emphasizes the values ​​of akhlakul karimah (good morals), moderation (tawassuth), balance (tawazun), tolerance (tasamuh), and local cultural wisdom. This study aims to analyze the management of Nusantara Islamic Education in countering digital moral degradation due to social media use among adolescents at SMK Wirakarya 2 Ciparay. The study employed a qualitative approach with a phenomenological approach and an educational management perspective. Data collection techniques included observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation studies. The research subjects included the principal, vice principal, Islamic Education teacher, guidance and counseling teacher, homeroom teacher, and students. The research results indicate that the management of Nusantara Islamic Education at SMK Wirakarya 2 Ciparay has been systematically implemented through planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating. Program implementation is carried out through the integration of Nusantara Islamic values ​​into learning, religious practices, teacher role models, and local Islamic social and cultural activities. Key supporting factors include the commitment of school leaders, a religious school culture, and the involvement of local religious leaders. Inhibiting factors include high levels of social media use, weak parental supervision, and limited Islamic digital literacy. Overall, the management of Nusantara Islamic Education is considered quite effective in shaping more ethical, moderate, and responsible digital morality in adolescents. However, this effectiveness is not yet optimal, necessitating strengthening Islamic digital literacy, increased collaboration between schools and parents, and the positive and sustainable use of digital media.