PENERAPAN PEMBELAJARAN AKTIF, KREATIF, EFEKTIF DAN MENYENANGKAN (PAKEM) UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PRESTASI BELAJAR SISWA SMP MAARIF 3 BANGUNREJO, KECAMATAN BANGUNREJO, KABUPATEN LAMPUNG TENGAH

Abstrak

This study aims to describe the implementation of active, creative, effective, and enjoyable learning (PAKEM) in an effort to improve student learning achievement at SMP Ma'arif 3 Bangunrejo, Bangunrejo District, Central Lampung Regency. The background of this study is based on the low student learning achievement caused by the lack of active involvement of students in the learning process, the lack of teacher creativity in delivering materials, and the classroom atmosphere that tends to be monotonous and not conducive to meaningful learning. In this context, the PAKEM approach is considered a relevant strategy to create an interactive learning atmosphere, arouse students' interest in learning, and encourage active participation in understanding the subject matter. This study uses a qualitative approach with a field study type. Data collection techniques are carried out through observation, in-depth interviews with teachers and students, and documentation of learning activities. Data analysis is carried out descriptively qualitatively through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of the PAKEM model is able to create more lively, dialogic, and meaningful learning. Students become more enthusiastic, dare to express their opinions, and are able to work together in groups to complete learning tasks. Teachers also show an active role in designing interesting learning media that are in accordance with student characteristics. The impact of implementing PAKEM can be seen in the improvement of student learning evaluation results, both in cognitive and affective aspects. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that PAKEM-based learning is effective in improving learning achievement and is worthy of being used as a reference in developing more humanistic and participatory learning strategies at the junior high school level.