Smart Chatbot as a Learning Media for Al-Islam and Kemuhammadiyahan Values Based on WhatsApp

Abstract

Chatbots represent a form of interactive digital media capable of delivering real-time responses to user inputs. This article explores the development of an intelligent chatbot designed to facilitate the learning of Islamic values and the principles of Muhammadiyah through the WhatsApp platform. The primary objective of the study is to design an AI-powered chatbot that can interactively respond to inquiries and disseminate information related to Islamic teachings and the Muhammadiyah movement. Employing a prototyping research methodology, the study follows iterative phases including data collection, analysis, system design, implementation, and testing. This approach enables the chatbot to accurately interpret and respond to user queries within a predefined thematic framework, specifically focused on religious content. The integration of the chatbot into WhatsApp, a widely used social messaging application, allows for enhanced accessibility and engagement, particularly among younger users. Through this platform, the chatbot functions as an innovative educational tool aimed at fostering deeper religious understanding in a format aligned with the communication preferences of the millennial generation. The study concludes that the implementation of an AI-based chatbot in religious education presents promising opportunities for contextualized learning, interactivity, and the reinforcement of religious values in a digitally connected society. Future research is encouraged to expand its capabilities, explore user satisfaction, and assess its long-term impact on religious knowledge acquisition and behavioral change.