Improving Learning Outcomes and Student Activity through Experimental Method in Science
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https://doi.org/10.31004/basicedu.v9i6.10966Keywords:
experimental methods, learning outcomes, learning activities, IPAS, magnetic forceAbstract
Science and Social Studies (IPAS) learning in elementary schools is still dominated by teacher-centered approaches that focus on theory and memorization, resulting in low student engagement and achievement. This study aims to improve learning outcomes and student engagement by applying the experimental method to the magnetic force. The research employed Classroom Action Research (CAR) using the Kemmis & McTaggart model, conducted in two cycles: planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The subjects were 24 fourth-grade students at SD Negeri Kaliwadas 01 in the 2024/2025 academic year. Data were collected through learning outcome tests and observation sheets, then analyzed descriptively and comparatively. The findings showed an increase in mastery learning from 50% in the pre-cycle to 79.17% in cycle I and 100% in cycle II. The average score improved from 79.95 to 94.00, while student activity rose from 45.83% to 87.50%. These results confirm the effectiveness of the experimental method in enhancing conceptual understanding, scientific skills, critical thinking, and learning motivation. Theoretically, this study reinforces the implementation of constructivist approaches, while practically, it provides an alternative PAIKEM strategy to improve the quality of IPAS learning in elementary schools.
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