Development of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) Learning Media Based on TikTok to Improve Students' Critical Thinking Skills

Abstract

This article discusses the development of Islamic Education (PAI) learning media based on Tiktok to enhance students' critical thinking skills at SMA Negeri 1 Binjai. Based on data from We Are Social, the use of social media, especially Tiktok, is very popular in Indonesia, particularly among Generation Z. Social media, including Tiktok, has become a tool for seeking information and knowledge, including knowledge about Islam. Tiktok is one of the currently popular social media platforms. As a social media platform, Tiktok can be utilized as a tool in the learning process. This article emphasizes that in this era of technological advancement, students are "Digital Natives," who were born and raised alongside digital technology. Therefore, teachers must adapt teaching methods that are more suitable for the characteristics of these digital-native students, including the use of social media as a learning tool. This research employs the Research and Development (R&D) method in developing the PAI learning media based on Tiktok. The 4D development model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate) is used in the development process. The results of limited trials indicate that the PAI learning media based on Tiktok is practical and suitable for use in learning, resulting in an improvement in students' critical thinking abilities. In conclusion, this research states that the development of PAI learning media based on Tiktok is effective in enhancing students' critical thinking skills. This article highlights the importance of keeping up with technological advancements and using social media as an effective learning tool for Generation Z, who are "Digital Natives."