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Learning interest is the tendency of students to engage in learning activities driven by the desire to achieve optimal results. However, the learning interest of fifth-grade students at MIS Nurul Yaqin remains low. This study aims to enhance students' learning interest in IPAS subjects through the implementation of the Quantum Teaching and Learning model, which focuses on teachers' management of the learning process, from planning and instruction to evaluation. The research method used is the Kemmis and McTaggart action research model, which consists of four stages. The findings indicate that teacher activity increased from 73% in cycle I to 91% in cycle II, classified as very good. Similarly, student activity improved from 70.53% in cycle I to 86.25% in cycle II, also categorized as very good. These results demonstrate that the implementation of the Quantum Teaching and Learning model effectively enhances students' learning interest in IPAS subjects in fifth grade at MIS Nurul Yaqin.  

This research analyzes teacher performance in developing Integrated Social Sciences teaching materials at SMPN 7 Medan. The research method used is a qualitative descriptive method. The interview results show that teachers are able to organize teaching material by combining various fields of study, such as Geography, Economics, History and Sociology, by agreeing on a theme first before presenting it to students. The development of Geography teaching materials, which is considered more difficult than other fields of study, is carried out with a longer time allocation and the use of local resources. In teaching methods, teachers apply fun approaches such as discussion, Contextual Teaching Learning (CTL), Quantum Teaching, and inquiry to increase student involvement and encourage critical thinking. However, obstacles in developing teaching materials, especially Geography material, are overcome by enriching literacy and utilizing learning methods based on group discussions and case studies. Integrated social studies learning at SMPN 7 Medan becomes more effective and relevant to students' daily lives thanks to the contextual approach applied by the teacher.