IMPLEMENTATION OF CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT IN ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AND ETHICS LEARNING IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Abstract

The important factors that determine the effectiveness of the learning process because it affects the creation of a conducive, disciplined, and student-centered learning environment. In the learning of Islamic Religious Education and Ethics, effective classroom management not only supports the achievement of academic competence, but also the formation of students' character and behavior. This study aims to describe the implementation of classroom management implemented by Islamic Religious Education and Ethics teachers. The research uses a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data was obtained through in-depth interviews with Islamic Religious Education and Ethics teachers as the main informants, then analyzed using an interactive analysis model which included data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing and verification. The results of the study showed that teachers applied various classroom management strategies, including setting classroom rules from the beginning of learning, using discussion methods, role play, and ice breaking to increase student participation. In addition, teachers apply a personal approach, provide motivation, and adjust seating positions in handling students who are less disciplined or have difficulty concentrating. The implementation of this strategy has been proven to be able to create a more orderly, comfortable, interactive, and conducive learning environment so as to support the effectiveness of Islamic Religious Education and Ethics learning. Thus, planned, flexible, and student-oriented classroom management is an important factor in improving the quality of the learning process while optimally shaping students' characters.