Improving Islamic Education learning outcomes on prayer through demonstration and technical guidance for Grade III SDN 018 Ujung Batu (2023/2024)

Abstract

Student learning abilities in both urban and rural areas are generally equal due to the standardized curriculum, adequate teaching aids, and comparable educational backgrounds of teachers. However, empirical data indicate that the learning outcomes of third-grade elementary school students in various regions remain below expectations. Ideally, students' learning outcomes should at least meet the Minimum Competency Criteria. The low academic performance in Islamic Religious Education for third-grade students has become a concern for both teachers and parents. This issue challenges educators to seek effective strategies to improve students' learning outcomes and ensure they achieve the desired academic performance. Parents also expect their children to follow the lessons well and obtain satisfactory, if not excellent, academic results.

Given this reality, third-grade teachers cannot remain passive but must actively seek solutions to improve student learning outcomes. As part of their professional responsibility, teachers continuously strive to enhance the effectiveness of their teaching methods. One of the most effective approaches is Classroom Action Research (CAR). Through CAR, teachers can identify the factors contributing to low learning outcomes and develop appropriate solutions to address these issues. This research aims to analyze the impact of implementing the demonstration method through technical guidance in Islamic Religious lessons to enhance student comprehension and performance. It is expected that this method will contribute to a significant improvement in students' learning achievements, thereby helping them reach or surpass the established competency standards.