Increasing the Understanding of Islamic Education Material through Discovery Learning for 7th Grade Students at SMP Ibnu Cholil Bangkalan

Abstract

This research was motivated by the low learning outcomes of students in understanding the subject of Islamic Education about emulating the obedience of the angels of Allah SWT at SMP Ibnu Cholil Bangkalan. The aim of this study was to enhance students' learning outcomes in understanding the subject through Discovery Learning at the seventh grade of SMP Ibnu Cholil Bangkalan. The research method employed was Classroom Action Research consisting of two cycles, each comprising planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. The results indicated that the implementation of Discovery Learning significantly improved students' average scores. Cycle 1 showed an increase in scores from 66.7 to 75.2, with an achievement rate of 76.9%. In Cycle 2, the average score reached 82.6, with all students achieving a 100% mastery level. Student activities were rated positively across various learning aspects, while the teachers' ability to manage the learning process was also found to be effective. Despite some students noting a somewhat noisy learning environment, overall, students responded positively to the subject matter, the learning materials, and the teaching methods employed by the teachers.