Learning motivation is a fundamental pillar of educational success, especially at the elementary level where children’s curiosity and enthusiasm must be nurtured continuously. This study aims to explore the strategies employed by teachers to foster and enhance students’ learning motivation in the IPAS subject at SDIT Al-Manar Pekanbaru. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through observations, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that teachers implemented a variety of strategies not only focused on academic achievement but also attentive to the emotional and individual needs of each student. Contextual learning, cooperative group activities, and the use of rewards and positive reinforcement effectively encouraged students to be more active and confident in their learning. Parental support and a supportive learning environment also played a crucial role in creating an enjoyable and meaningful learning experience. This study highlights that a humanistic and holistic approach by educators not only enhances students’ learning motivation but also fosters meaningful relationships in the educational process.

Based on observations and interviews, researchers at the school stated that there were 27 active students in class III who could read the Koran, 3 students and 24 students who were still in the iqra' learning stage. This research aims to find out the application of the iqra' method in overcoming Al-Quran illiteracy. 'an in class III students at SD Muhammadiyah 1 Pekanbaru, and to find out supporting factors and barriers in implementing the iqra method. To find out the best steps in overcoming illiteracy of the Koran at SD Muhammadiyah 1 Pekanbaru. is qualitative research, which aims to explore field data related to problems that have been formulated, using descriptive analysis methods. This research aims to provide an accurate explanation of the application of the Iqra' method in learning the Al-Qur'an to third grade students at SD Muhammadiyah Pekanbaru. The subjects in this research were third grade students at SD Muhammadiyah Pekanbaru, while the object of the research was the Iqra' method which was used to improve the ability to read the Al-Qur'an in the learning process. It can be concluded that the application of the iqra' method in overcoming illiteracy of the Al-Qur'an in class III students at SD Muhammadiyah 1 Pekanbaru. Al-Qur'an learning planning has been carried out including individual tests, class teachers, facilities and infrastructure. For the implementation of Al-Qur'an learning -Qur'an iqra' method, namely opening, apperception, skills/exercise, evaluation and closing. Supporting factors and barriers in implementing the iqra' method in overcoming illiteracy of the Koran at SD Muhamammdiyah 1 Pekanbaru. In a learning process there are several Factors that influence the achievement of learning objectives are supporting and barrier factors. In terms of supporting factors, there is school support, infrastructure and parental cooperation. Barrier factors include the lack of teachers in teaching, the lack of children's ability to learn, the lack of the role of parents in carrying out activities at home.

This research aims to determine the learning independence of class III students at SDN 167 Pekanbaru in mathematics learning before and after using inquiry strategies. This research is classroom action research using the Kemmis and Taggart method, namely (plan, action, observation and reflection). This research consists of 2 cycles, each with 2 meetings. Data collection techniques use observation, field notes and documentation. Data analysis uses quantitative and qualitative. Research results: In the Pre-Cycle, most students were in the Less Independent category. Entering Cycle I, there is a clear improvement. The number of students in the Sufficiently Independent category has increased, but there are still students in the Less Independent category. In Cycle II, the most striking changes occurred. The number of students in the Very Independent category increased significantly. This shows that the majority of students now have a high level of independence, with great achievements in increasing their independence compared to the previous cycle.