IMPLEMENTASI PEMBELAJARAN IPS DENGAN METODE PROBLEM BASED LEARNING (PBL) DALAM MENINGKATKAN MINAT BELAJAR

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the implementation of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in Social Studies (IPS) education to enhance students' learning interest in the topic of Self-Habituation in Environmental Conservation at MTs Syekh Subakir 02 Sumberasri. The research focuses on three main aspects: planning, implementation, and evaluation of PBL-based learning. This study employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach, involving research subjects such as seventh-grade students, Social Studies teachers, and the vice principal for curriculum affairs. Data collection techniques include observations, interviews, and documentation. The findings indicate that the application of PBL in Social Studies has significantly increased students' interest in learning. In the planning stage, teachers develop PBL-based teaching modules, select relevant materials, and provide supporting learning resources. During the implementation stage, students become more active in identifying problems, engaging in discussions, and collaboratively seeking solutions. However, several challenges arise, including differences in students' understanding levels, limited instructional time, and lack of confidence in discussions. To address these issues, the school and teachers provide additional guidance, diverse learning resources, and training for teachers to manage PBL-based learning effectively. The evaluation stage demonstrates that this method successfully enhances students' comprehension and fosters their awareness of environmental conservation. Based on these findings, it is recommended that PBL continue to be developed with adequate facilities and infrastructure, as well as ongoing teacher training, to further optimize its implementation in Social Studies education.

ABSTRAK

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis implementasi Problem Based Learning (PBL) dalam pembelajaran Ilmu Pengetahuan Sosial (IPS) guna meningkatkan minat belajar siswa pada materi Pembiasaan Diri Melestarikan Lingkungan di MTs Syekh Subakir 02 Sumberasri. Fokus penelitian mencakup tiga aspek utama, yaitu perencanaan, pelaksanaan, dan evaluasi pembelajaran berbasis PBL. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif, dengan subjek penelitian terdiri dari siswa kelas VII, guru IPS, dan wakil kepala bidang kurikulum. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penerapan PBL dalam pembelajaran IPS telah meningkatkan minat belajar siswa. Dalam tahap perencanaan, guru menyusun modul ajar berbasis PBL, memilih materi yang relevan, dan menyediakan sarana pendukung pembelajaran. Pada tahap pelaksanaan, siswa lebih aktif dalam mengidentifikasi masalah, berdiskusi, dan mencari solusi secara kolaboratif. Namun, terdapat beberapa kendala seperti perbedaan pemahaman siswa, keterbatasan waktu, dan kurangnya kepercayaan diri dalam diskusi. Untuk mengatasi kendala ini, pihak sekolah dan guru memberikan bimbingan tambahan, sumber belajar yang variatif, serta pelatihan bagi guru dalam mengelola pembelajaran berbasis PBL. Evaluasi pembelajaran menunjukkan bahwa metode ini mampu meningkatkan pemahaman siswa serta kepedulian mereka terhadap pelestarian lingkungan. Berdasarkan temuan ini, disarankan agar metode PBL terus dikembangkan dengan dukungan sarana dan prasarana yang memadai serta pelatihan berkelanjutan bagi guru agar implementasi PBL semakin optimal dalam pembelajaran IPS.