Integration of Islamic Spiritual Values with Mathematics Teaching

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to explore the integration of mathematics with Islamic spiritual values ​​in learing mathematics atIslamic-based junior high schools. This research follows a qualitative study with the help of case studies to learning mathematics in twoIslamic-based junior high schools (MTs / SMP) namely MTs Negeri 1 Banyumas, and SMP Al-Irsyad Al-Islamiyah Purwokerto, Banyumas Central Java, Indonesia. The collection of data involved in-depth interviews, observations and document reviews. Data collection was completed by using snowball the technique. After the data were analyzed inductively, interactively and simultaneously, they were then described and interpreted in proper manner. The results revealed that the integration of mathematics with Islamic spiritual values has positive impact in shaping a better life of the Muslim youths. Such integration accelerates the slogan called Islamization of science for the greater interest of the Muslim ummah.