The Use of the Contextual Teaching Learning (CTL) Approach with Inquiry Techniques in Increasing Student Motivation in Learning Moral Beliefs Class II MI Tahfidzul Qur'an Braja Selebah

Abstract

This study aims to increase students' motivation in learning Akidah Akhlak through the application of the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) approach with inquiry techniques in grade II students of MI Tahfidzul Qur'an Braja Selebah. The CTL approach emphasizes learning that connects the material to the student's real experience, while the inquiry technique encourages students to think critically and actively in discovering the concepts learned. This research uses the Classroom Action Research (PTK) method which is carried out in two cycles. Each cycle consists of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and student learning motivation questionnaires. Data analysis was carried out descriptively, qualitatively, and quantitatively to see changes in student motivation before and after the application of the CTL approach with the inquiry technique. The results of the study show that the CTL approach with the inquiry technique significantly increases students' motivation in learning Akidah Akhlak. In the first cycle, students' motivation to learn increased by 45%, while in the second cycle it increased by up to 80%. Indicators of motivation that have increased include students' enthusiasm in asking questions, courage in expressing opinions, and active involvement in the learning process. Thus, the use of the CTL approach with inquiry techniques can be used as an effective strategy in increasing student learning motivation, especially in the subject of Moral Faith. Teachers are advised to continue to develop an experiential learning model so that learning becomes more meaningful and engaging for students