Application the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) Approach Improving Science Learning Outcomes for Madrasah Ibtidaiyah

Abstract

Using a conventional approach causes students to tend to get bored and lack understanding of the material, because they only learn from books. Using the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) approach can make students discover their own knowledge and feel involved in learning. This research aims to determine the application of the CTL approach in improving learning outcomes and also determine the increase in learning outcomes in science subjects after using the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) approach for class V students at MI Islmiyah, Sumber District, Rembang Regency. The research method used is Classroom Action Research (PTK). This PTK method includes several stages, namely planning, action, observation and reflection. Data collection techniques were carried out using interviews, observation tests and documentation. Meanwhile, data analysis techniques use qualitative and quantitative techniques. The results of this research indicate that the use of the CTL approach can improve student learning outcomes, this is proven by the first cycle activities, meeting I, student learning outcomes were 54.54%. Cycle I meeting II student learning outcomes increased to 68.18%. Cycle II meeting I learning outcomes reached 77.27%. Cycle II meeting II learning outcomes increased to 86.36%