Enhancing Learning Outcomes in Christian Religious Education through a Character-Based Example Method among Students at Public Middle School 2 Mandrehe Barat

Abstract

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of the character-based example method in improving student learning outcomes in Christian Religious Education (PAK) at SMP Negeri 2 Mandrehe Barat. The character-based example method is a learning approach that integrates real-life examples with the development of student character. This classroom action research was conducted in two cycles involving 32 eighth-grade students as research subjects. Data were collected through learning outcome tests, observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings revealed a significant improvement in students’ learning outcomes, with classical mastery increasing from 43.75% in the pre-cycle to 68.75% in the first cycle and 87.5% in the second cycle. The average class score also improved from 65.78 in the pre-cycle to 75.47 in the first cycle and 83.22 in the second cycle. In addition, there was a notable enhancement in students’ character traits, including responsibility, honesty, tolerance, and discipline. This study concludes that the implementation of the character-based example method is effective in enhancing both learning outcomes in Christian Religious Education and the formation of positive character traits among students at SMP Negeri 2 Mandrehe Barat.