PENERAPAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN GROUP INVESTIGATION UNTUK MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR IPS PADA PESERTA DIDIK KELAS VI SEKOLAH DASAR

Abstract

This research aims to evaluate and analyze the effectiveness of implementing the Group Investigation learning model in enhancing the social studies learning outcomes of sixth-grade students. This learning model is expected to provide a positive contribution to students' understanding and academic achievement in the subject of social studies. The study adopts a quantitative approach with a pre-test post-test control group experimental design. The research sample consists of two groups: the experimental group receiving instruction using the Group Investigation model and the control group undergoing conventional learning. The data collection instrument utilized is a social studies achievement test administered before and after the intervention. Data analysis involves examining the differences in the mean scores of pre-tests and post-tests between the experimental and control groups. The results indicate that the implementation of the Group Investigation learning model significantly improves the social studies learning outcomes of sixth-grade students. Those who received instruction using this model demonstrated increased understanding of the material, active engagement in learning, and the ability to collaborate within a group. The findings of this research have practical implications for social studies teachers to consider the use of the Group Investigation learning model as an alternative to enhance the effectiveness of the learning process in the classroom. It is hoped that these findings will positively contribute to efforts aimed at improving the quality of social studies education at the elementary school level, particularly in sixth-grade classes.