Improving Student Learning Outcomes in Fiqh Lessons on Halal and Haram Food Through the Demonstration Method for Sixth-Grade Students at MI Miftahul Ulum 01 Kepanjen Gumukmas Jember

Abstract

This study aims to improve student learning outcomes in Fiqh lessons, particularly on the topic of halal and haram food, through the demonstration method in the sixth grade of MI Miftahul Ulum 01 Kepanjen Gumukmas Jember. The background of this research is the lack of student understanding of Fiqh material, which is often considered difficult and less engaging. The demonstration method was chosen as an approach to create a more interactive and practical learning experience, allowing students to better grasp the concepts being taught. This research follows a classroom action research (CAR) design, conducted in two cycles. Each cycle consists of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The research subjects were 30 sixth-grade students. Data collection techniques included tests (pre-test and post-test), observations, and questionnaires. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive analysis techniques to illustrate the improvement in student learning outcomes. The results of the study showed a significant increase in student learning outcomes. The average pre-test score before the demonstration method was applied was 65, while after its implementation, the average post-test score increased to 82. Additionally, student responses to the learning process were positive, with most students stating that the demonstration method made learning more engaging and easier to understand. Thus, it can be concluded that the use of the demonstration method is effective in enhancing student learning outcomes in Fiqh lessons on halal and haram food. This research is expected to contribute positively to the development of teaching methods in madrasahs and improve the quality of Fiqh education at the elementary level.