PENERAPAN MODEL DISCOVERY LEARNING BERBANTUAN DIORAMA UNTUK MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR SISWA KELAS lll PADA MATERI SIKLUS MAKHLUK HIDUP DI UPTD SD NEGERI 5 JULI

Abstract

This research was motivated by issues observed among third-grade students at UPTD SD Negeri 5 Juli, specifically their low learning outcomes regarding the topic of the living things' life cycle. The study aimed to examine and describe the improvement in third-grade students' learning outcomes on this topic through the use of the Discovery Learning model supported by dioramas. A qualitative approach was employed, specifically utilizing Classroom Action Research (CAR). Data were collected through tests, observations, and questionnaires. The percentage of students achieving mastery in learning outcomes was 59% in Cycle I, rising to 86% in Cycle II, thereby meeting the established success criteria. Regarding the learning process, improvements in learning activities were evident from observations of teacher and student actions; in Cycle I, the average activity percentages were 86.5% for the teacher and 85.5% for the students. In Cycle II, these figures rose to 92.5% for the teacher and 91.5% for the students. Student response to the instruction was positive, with 89% expressing satisfaction and 11% expressing dissatisfaction. Thus, it can be concluded that the Discovery Learning model supported by dioramas effectively improved student learning outcomes as well as teacher and student activity levels; the implementation proceeded successfully and elicited a positive response from the students.