Analysis of Class Teacher Difficulties in Thematic Learning at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah

Abstract

This study was intended to describe the difficulties of first grade MI Al-Ikhwah Pontianak teachers in planning, implementing, and conducting assessments in thematic learning. This research adopts descriptive qualitative methods. Data collection techniques used were observation, interviews, and documentation. The data sources of this study were first grade teachers and Head of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Al-Ikhwah. Data analysis techniques include data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions. The results showed that in the planning stage, teachers found difficulty in composing lesson plan which based on the conditions of the students. Besides, they also found difficulty in sorting out the basic competencies in the syllabus and lesson plans. At last, teachers found difficulty in preparing appropriate learning media for thematic learning. Meanwhile, at the implementation stage, the teacher found difficulties in adjusting the time allocation of learning instruction, difficult to facing the demands of completing one learning in one meeting, adjusting basic competencies with learning material in half a day, synergizing the delivery of objectives and activities as a whole with the allocation of time, and applying a scientific approach in learning. Whereas, at the teacher evaluation stage, it is difficult to use assessment instruments based on the condition of the students. Besides, the teachers found it difficult to adjust anecdotal notes with the assessment of the 2013 curriculum report cards. Therefore, the research findings should be used as an evaluation material for classroom teachers in applying thematic learning in classroom activities.

Mutu Pembelajaran Tematik di Tingkat Pendidikan Dasar Kelas Rendah Sekolah Dasar

“…Teknik penilaian tes ini meliputi tes lisan, tertulis, dan tindakan. Penilaianmutu pembelajaran merupakan sebuah usaha yang dilakukan oleh pihak sekolah atau para dewan guru untuk mendapatkan berbagai informasi berkala, berkesinambungan, serta menyeluruh tentang proses dan hasil dari pertumbuhan atau perkembangan yang telah dicapai oleh peserta didik melalui program kegiatan pembelajaran tematik (Muskania, 2019).…”