Meningkatkan Minat dan Hasil Belajar Sejarah melalui Pendekatan Storytelling di SMPN 05 Tanah Putih

Abstract

This study employs Classroom Action Research (CAR) to examine the implementation of storytelling in history learning at SMPN 05 Tanah Putih. The research was conducted through multiple cycles, each consisting of planning, action implementation, observation, and reflection. Data were collected through direct classroom observations, interviews with history teachers, as well as questionnaires and discussions with students. Observations aimed to understand how teachers implemented storytelling and how students responded to this method. Interviews explored teachers’ perspectives on the effectiveness of storytelling in enhancing students’ interest and learning outcomes. Questionnaires were administered before and after the storytelling implementation to measure changes in students’ interest and understanding of historical concepts. Data were analyzed qualitatively using triangulation techniques to ensure research validity. The findings indicate that storytelling in history lessons significantly improves students' interest in learning, enhances their comprehension of historical concepts, and fosters a more interactive and engaging classroom environment. Each reflection cycle provided improvements in teaching strategies, making storytelling a promising method for increasing the effectiveness of history education.