Improving Children's Islamic Character through Exemplary Based Learning at RA Roudlotusysyubban

Abstract

This research aims to improve children's Islamic character through example-based learning in RA Roudlotusysyubban . The research method used is Classroom Action Research (PTK) with the Kemmis and McTaggart model which consists of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection in two cycles. The subject of this study is group B children in RA Roudlotusysyubban . Data collection techniques are carried out through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study show that example-based learning can improve children's Islamic character, especially in the aspects of honesty, politeness, discipline, and caring. In the first cycle, the level of achievement of Islamic character indicators was still in the sufficient category, while in the second cycle, there was a significant increase to the good category. The main factors that support the success of this method are the consistency of educators in providing positive examples and the involvement of parents in supporting the formation of children's Islamic character in the home environment. Thus, example-based learning has proven to be effective in shaping Islamic character in early childhood. It is hoped that this method can continue to be applied and developed in learning at RA Roudlotusysyubban and other Islamic educational institutions.