Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini (PAUD) Dalam Perspektif Islam: Membangun Fondasi Akhlak dan Karakter Sejak Dini

Abstract

This study aims to examine Early Childhood Education (PAUD) from an Islamic perspective as an effort to build the foundation of morals, character, and spirituality in children from an early age. The focus of the study is directed at the role of Islamic PAUD in the formation of noble morals, religious and social character education, the integration of spiritual values ​​in learning, and its relevance in facing the challenges of education in the modern era. This research is motivated by the increasingly complex challenges of child development due to the influence of globalization, technology, and digital media which have the potential to influence children's morals and character if not equipped with strong values ​​education from an early age. This research method uses a library research approach by reviewing various relevant written sources, including the Qur'an, hadith, Islamic education books, scientific journals, and academic articles that discuss PAUD and Islamic education. The data obtained are analyzed descriptively-qualitatively through the process of grouping, interpreting, and synthesizing key concepts related to early childhood education from an Islamic perspective. The results show that PAUD from an Islamic perspective has a very strategic role in forming the foundation of morals and character in children. Islamic morality and character education are instilled through habituation, exemplary behavior by educators, and the integration of spiritual values ​​into all learning activities. Furthermore, Islamic Early Childhood Education (PAUD) has proven relevant in facing modern challenges by equipping children with moral values, emotional intelligence, and spiritual awareness, enabling them to grow into individuals with faith, noble character, and prepared to face social change wisely.