STRATEGIES FOR PROSPECTIVE PAI TEACHERS WHO ARE PROFESSIONAL AND SOCIALLY MINDED IN THE MILLENNIAL ERA

This research aims to discuss strategies for preparing prospective Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers to become professional and big-hearted educators in the millennial era. In the midst of rapid technological developments, cultural dynamics, and increasing social values in education, PAI teacher candidates are faced with a double challenge, namely providing high quality education while building social awareness. This research describes strategies that integrate digital literacy, ethical pedagogy, and community engagement to create resilient and adaptive educators. The type of research used by this author is library research, by collecting secondary data from books, journals, articles, research reports, official documents and other academic sources related to the issue or problem being studied. Some of the key strategies highlighted include developing digital pedagogical skills, improving soft skills such as empathy and adaptability, and collaborative approaches that engage students and the community. These strategies aim to form prospective PAI teachers who not only excel in the academic environment, but also actively contribute to the welfare of society, so that the values of Islamic education can be in line with the demands and expectations of the millennial generation. This research emphasizes the importance of developing teachers who are able to bridge traditional Islamic teachings with contemporary issues, in order to promote balanced and impactful education for future generations.