Variety of Technology for Determining Prayer Times in Learning Falak in Islamic Higher Education
Rusdin Muhalling(a*), Ipandang(b), Kamaruddin(c), St. Halimang(d), Syahrul(e)
a) IAIN Kendari
*rusdinmuhalling02[at]gmail.com
b) IAIN Kendari
c) IAIN Kendari
d) IAIN Kendari
e) IAIN Kendari
Abstract
This article aims to provide an overview of: 1) technological devices used in determining prayer times; 2) the use of technology for determining prayer times in the learning process of astronomy; 3) the development of techniques for determining prayer times in the sphere of astronomy. The study was conducted using a qualitative approach, where data was collected through a process of observation, interviews, and reading documents. Data analysis was performed by reducing data, presenting data, and drawing conclusions. The results showed that: 1) The technology for determining the prayer time has experienced rapid development, from the manual to digital way. GPS technology or Global Positioning System has been developed in the android application. 2) presenting the technology for determining prayer times in learning is very easy, especially because the average student has a smart phone, which can be used to upload andoid applications. 3) Academically, the development of techniques for determining prayer times continues to be carried out by conducting experiments in unusual natural conditions. In addition, it is encouraging the establishment of astronomical laboratories in Islamic Higher Education
Keywords: Technology; Learning; Astronomy
Topic: New Technologies in Education