Implementation of the Social Inquiry Learning Model in Social Studies Lessons at SMP Plus Darus Sholah Jember

Abstract

This research is based on the lack of enthusiasm and understanding of students regarding social interaction material in social studies subjects. This was obtained based on the results of observations and interviews with educators. From the results of observations and interviews in the pre-research, it was seen that learning social studies subjects still often use conventional models only, while in mastering the material it is not enough to do activities by reading and memorizing only. Educators are required to be creative in selecting learning models that involve students actively in learning activities. Therefore, a Social Inquiry learning model help students to increase enthusiasm, social participation and understand the material in depth.. The focus of the research examined in this thesis is: 1. How is the Planning of the Social Inquiry Learning Model in Social Studies Subjects at SMP Plus Darus Sholah Jember? 2. How is the Implementation of the Social Inquiry Model in Social Studies Subjects at SMP Plus Darus Sholah Jember? 3. How is the Evaluation of the Social Inquiry Learning Model in Social Studies Subjects at SMP Plus Darus Sholah Jember? This research method uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive qualitative research type. The research subjects were conducted in class VII A using a purposive technique. Data collection techniques used were observation, interviews and documentation. Data analysis used data condensation, data display and verification. Data validity used source and technical triangulation. The results of this study are the planning of a social inquiry learning model, namely educators prepare learning tools that are appropriate to the needs of students. For the implementation of the social inquiry learning model, it begins with 3 activities, namely opening activities, core activities through 6 steps of the Social Inquiry learning model, and finally closing activities. Meanwhile, the evaluation of the social inquiry learning model is through investigations of students who are active and enthusiastic when working on group worksheets. In conclusion, the planning of the Social Inquiry learning model in the Social Studies subject at SMP Plus Darus Sholah Jember has been structured, in its implementation the Social Inquiry learning model also goes through 3 activities, namely opening activities, core activities by carrying out 6 steps of the social inquiry learning model, and closing activities.