Meningkatkan Keterampilan Beribadah Siswa melalui Pendekatan Kontekstual dalam Pembelajaran PAI di MIN 1 SMPN 2 Sungai Geringging

Abstract

This Classroom Action Research (CAR) aims to improve students' religious 
practices, particularly their ability to perform Islamic worship correctly, 
through a contextual approach in the teaching of Islamic Education (PAI) 
at MIN 1 SMPN 2 Sungai Geringging. The study identifies the challenges 
of students having limited practical understanding and application of 
worship rituals. A contextual teaching approach was chosen to connect 
religious teachings with students’ daily lives, making the material more 
relevant and easier to understand. Data were collected through 
observations, interviews with students and teachers, and pre-and post
assessments of students' performance in performing worship rituals. The 
findings indicate that the contextual approach significantly improved 
students' practical skills in worship, as well as their engagement with the 
learning process. The results also suggest that integrating religious 
teachings with real-life contexts enhances students’ understanding and 
strengthens their commitment to practicing Islam. This research emphasizes 
the importance of adapting teaching methods to the students' environment 
to foster deeper learning experiences and application of religious practices.