Role Playing Method to Improve Honest and Trustworthy Attitudes in the Learning of Aqidah and Akhlak at MTs Al-Hidayah

Abstract

This study aims to determine the effect of the Role Playing method on improving honest and trustworthy attitudes in learning Akidah Akhlak in grade VII students at MTs Al-Hidayah. Honest and trustworthy attitudes are an important part of the formation of Islamic character that must be instilled from an early age. However, in practice, there are still many students who do not show these attitudes in their daily lives, both in the school environment and outside of school. This study uses a quantitative approach with a classroom action research (CAR) design conducted in two cycles. The subjects of the study were grade VII students of MTs Al-Hidayah. Data were collected through observation, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation. The data analysis technique used was quantitative descriptive analysis with the calculation of the percentage increase in honest and trustworthy attitudes before and after the implementation of the Role Playing method. The results showed that the implementation of the Role Playing method significantly improved students' honest and trustworthy attitudes. In the first cycle, there was an increase of 30% compared to the initial conditions, and in the second cycle, the increase reached 50%. Students better understand the importance of being honest and trustworthy through the roles they play in scenarios that are arranged according to the context of everyday life. In addition, this method also makes learning more interesting, active, and participatory. Based on the results of this study, it can be concluded that the Role Playing method is effective in improving students' honest and trustworthy attitudes in learning Akidah Akhlak. Therefore, it is recommended that this method be applied continuously in learning to form a stronger Islamic character in students.