AI OPTIMIZATION IN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: INNOVATION FOR THE FUTURE OR A THREAT TO TRADITION

The implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) in religious education presents opportunities to enhance accessibility and personalize learning, yet it also raises challenges in preserving spiritual values and traditional teaching methods. This study examines the use of AI in religious education at MA Al-Amiriyyah, focusing on efforts to balance technology with traditional values. The findings indicate that while AI facilitates access to materials and increases student engagement, face-to-face interaction with teachers remains essential for deepening religious understanding. AI is viewed as a supplementary tool to enrich the learning experience, rather than a replacement for direct instruction. This study concludes that the integration of technology in religious education must be approached carefully to avoid diminishing the spiritual depth that is central to the educational process. On the basis of the results, it was recommended to increase public awareness through enlightenment campaign against danger of indiscriminate dumping of wastes as they affect human health.