Pengalaman dan Kontribusi Mahasiswa PAI dalam Program Micro Teaching

Micro-teaching serves as a critical bridge between pedagogical theory and professional practice for pre-service teachers. In the context of Islamic Education (PAI), students are required to balance modern teaching methodologies with religious values. Objective: This study aims to explore the lived experiences of PAI students and identify their practical contributions to the Micro Teaching program at UNSIQ. Methods: Using an Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) approach, this qualitative study involved 12 purposively selected students. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, participant observations, and documentation during an intensive period from January 2 to January 30, 2026. Results: The findings reveal a significant transformation from "pedagogical anxiety" to professional confidence. Key contributions include the integration of Technology- Pedagogy-and-Content Knowledge (TPACK) through gamification in Fiqh subjects and the development of "Al-Qur’an-based Storytelling" rooted in local wisdom. Conclusion: The study concludes that the micro-teaching program at UNSIQ effectively fosters innovative and religious-humanist teaching identities, preparing students for the complexities of 21st-century Islamic education.