The Snowball Throwing Model in Christian Religious Education: Implementing Teachers’ Pedagogical Competence at SD Negeri 071155 Onozalukhu Alasa

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Snowball Throwing learning model in the context of Christian Religious Education (CRE) as a means of developing teachers’ pedagogical competence at Primary School Negeri 071155 Onozalukhu Alasa. The research employed a descriptive qualitative approach, with data collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings indicate that the implementation of the Snowball Throwing model has a positive impact on enhancing students’ active participation, communication skills, and comprehension of CRE subject matter. Moreover, this learning model has proven effective in fostering teachers’ pedagogical competence, particularly in understanding learners’ characteristics, designing interactive learning activities, and conducting comprehensive learning evaluations. The discussion leads to the conclusion that the Snowball Throwing model represents an innovative learning strategy that can be integrated into CRE to create an engaging and meaningful learning environment, while simultaneously serving as a medium for teachers’ professional development in the pedagogical domain.