Penerapan Metode Pembelajaran Role Playing dalam Meningkatkan Minat Belajar pada Mata Pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti Sekolah Dasar Negeri 238 Mallaulu Kabupaten Luwu Timur

Abstract

This study was motivated by the low learning interest of students in Islamic Religious Education and Character Education, which was associated with the use of conventional teaching methods that tended to be monotonous and passive. This study aimed to examine the implementation of the Role Playing method and its effectiveness in improving the learning interest of Grade V students at SDN 238 Mallaulu.

This study employed Classroom Action Research (CAR) conducted in two cycles, consisting of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. The participants were 31 students of Grade V B at SDN 238 Mallaulu, East Luwu Regency. Data were collected through observation, questionnaires, and documentation, and were analyzed using qualitative and quantitative descriptive techniques.

The results showed that the implementation of the Role Playing method improved students’ learning interest. The average level of learning interest in Cycle I was 77.3%, categorized as good, and increased to 88.9%, categorized as very good, in Cycle II. The implementation of this method also created a more enjoyable learning environment and increased students’ enthusiasm for participating in classroom activities.

The Role Playing method is effective as an alternative instructional approach in Islamic Religious Education and Character Education to improve students’ learning interest. Its implementation contributes to a more active, enjoyable, and student-engaging learning process.