Implementation of Realistic Learning Method to Increase Students' Interest in Learning in Mathematics Class III C at SDNU Metro

Abstract

This research is intended to examine the application of realistic learning methods in an effort to increase students' interest in learning in the implementation of Mathematics lessons in Class III C SDNU Metro. The realistic learning method was chosen because of its ability to connect Mathematical theory with everyday experience, thus helping students in understanding the material and strengthening their enthusiasm for learning. This research was conducted with a descriptive qualitative approach that aims to find or formulate a theory. The applied research approach aims to photograph reality or social phenomena that occur in a systematic and factual manner by digging into the meaning, views, and experiences of the research subjects. This method does not focus on numbers or statistics, but on narrative, words, symbols, and the meaning of an event or behavior. Data was collected using observation techniques, interviews, as well as document collection, the data obtained was then analyzed descriptively. This finding shows that the application of realistic learning methods significantly increases students' interest in learning. This can be seen from the increased level of participation, higher curiosity, and positive response to the Mathematics learning session. Thus, the realistic learning method is proven to be a teaching method that is able to encourage an increase in students' interest in learning, especially in learning Mathematics at the primary school level.