This study addresses learning challenges, including student learning difficulties and the ineffective use of lecture-based methods, which result in boredom, disengagement, and low student participation. These issues contribute to poor learning outcomes and low completion rates. The aim of this study is to improve student independence and enhance both average scores and the percentage of learning completion by implementing the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model. This aligns with the principles of the flexible Independent Curriculum, which encourages teachers to adopt student-centered learning approaches that enhance outcomes. The study employed a descriptive-qualitative method, structured in two cycles consisting of planning, implementation, evaluation, and reflection. The research involved eight 8th-grade students at SMPN 1 Biatan during the 2024/2025 academic year. The study focused on developing the "independent" dimension of the Pancasila Student Profile (P3), with data collected through behavioral observations and test results at the end of each cycle. Findings showed significant improvements in student independence, with scores increasing from 53 in cycle 1 to 87 in cycle 2. Cognitive achievement levels also improved: the “advanced” category rose from 0% to 63%, “proficient” increased from 25% to 37.5%, while the “feasible” and “newly developing” categories dropped from 37.5% each to 0%. These results suggest that the PBL model positively impacts both character development and academic performance in the context of Catholic religious education, particularly in the topic of the Sacrament of Healing.

This research aims to describe the application of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model with the help of PPT in learning Catholic Religious Education and Character at SD Negeri 03 Sebungkang, analyze the increase in student learning outcomes after implementing the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model with the help of PPT in the subjects of Catholic Religious Education and Character and also determine the influence of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model with the help of PPT on students' motivation and active participation in the learning process. The research method used is classroom action research (CAR), with a focus on improving student learning outcomes and active participation. Classroom action research was conducted in two cycles and involved grade III students. By conducting this research, it is expected to improve student learning outcomes, both in academic understanding, motivation, and active participation of students. In this study, 24 grade III students were involved, and data were collected through observation, tests, and interviews. The results of the study showed that the application of the PBL model with the help of PPT succeeded in improving student learning outcomes. In cycle I, the average post-test score reached 71, while in cycle II, the average score increased to 83. The application of this model also encourages students to be more active in group discussions, thus increasing their motivation and participation in learning. Observation of student activities shows that they are more enthusiastic and involved in the problem-solving process presented. This study contributes to the development of learning methods in the field of Catholic Religious Education, and can be a reference for other teachers in implementing innovative learning models. The results of this study can encourage the application of the PBL method more widely, thereby improving the quality of learning and the achievement of Basic Competencies (KD) in schools. Thus, the application of the PPT-assisted PBL model has proven effective in improving learning outcomes and active participation of students in religious education.

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This study aims to overcome the problem of low learning outcomes in Christian Religious Education (PAK) among fourth-grade students at SD Negeri Karanganyar. Observations indicated that the learning process was monotonous due to the predominant use of lecture methods, resulting in decreased student engagement, lack of focus, boredom, and even drowsiness during lessons. These factors contributed to low learning motivation and poor academic performance. To address this, the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model was applied as an alternative method designed to foster active learning, student engagement, and real-life problem-solving skills. This research employed a Classroom Action Research (CAR) design, conducted in two cycles with four stages in each cycle: planning, implementation, evaluation, and reflection. The research subjects were five students from class IV. Data collection techniques included observation sheets, which focused on measuring the “concern” aspect of the Pancasila Student Profile, and written tests to evaluate students’ learning outcomes at the end of each cycle. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and percentage analysis. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ concern, which increased from 73.5% in cycle 1 to 85.9% in cycle 2—an increase of 12.4%. Learning outcomes also improved, with the proportion of students in the “Proficient” category rising from 20% to 60%, marking a 7.8% increase. These findings demonstrate that the PBL method is effective in enhancing both students’ character values and academic achievement, particularly on the topic of respecting parents. Therefore, PBL is recommended for use in similar character-based learning contexts.

This study is based on the problems faced by Grade XI students at SMKN 1 Ngabang, namely the lack of motivation for independent learning, which often leads to a less conducive classroom environment. Additionally, teachers have not yet implemented student-centered learning models in the teaching process. The aim of this study is to determine the improvement in students' independence and learning achievement through the application of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model in the pastoral work material of the Church in the field of Liturgia. This classroom action research (CAR) was conducted in two cycles consisting of four stages: planning, implementation, evaluation, and reflection. The research subjects were 30 Grade XI students. Data were analyzed descriptively by comparing results between cycles. The focus of this study was on the dimension of independence, one of the profiles of Pancasila students, in order to enhance the affective aspect of learning. The results showed a significant improvement in students' independence, from 68% in the first cycle to 88% in the second cycle. In terms of cognitive aspects, students were categorized as advanced (30%), proficient (50%), and basic (20%). The improvement in learning outcomes between the first and second cycles indicates that the PBL model is effective in enhancing students' independence and academic performance. Reflections from this study recommend the need for continued support of students’ affective development to further strengthen their independent learning. In conclusion, the Problem Based Learning approach, when focused on the dimension of independence, has been proven to improve student learning outcomes in Grade XI.

The results of observations regarding student creativity in teaching and learning activities at UPTD SD Negeri 076716 Lolohia Nias Barat, especially in the subjects of Catholic Religious Education and Character Education, are very lacking, as well as learning outcomes that have not reached the predetermined target, only 55% have completed the KKM. The aim of this research is to improve creative and cognitive aspects by applying the Discovery Learning phase C learning method for class 5 UPTD SD Negeri 076716 Lolohia Nias Barat. This Classroom Action Research (PTK) consists of 4 stages, namely, planning, implementation, evaluation, reflection and 2 cycles. The research subjects were 6 Class 5 Face C students. Obtaining data: 1) observation with indicators of observing the creative aspect of the Pancasila Student Profile (P3): generating original ideas, clarifying statements, asking many questions, seeing things from different perspectives, applying ideas according to the context and coming up with various alternative solutions, and 2) material learning outcomes test with achievement targets of 40% proficient, 40% proficient, 20 adequate, 0% just developing. The research results showed: There was an increase in the creative aspect of P3 from cycle 1, an average of 55.6% with the developing category, cycle 2 with an average of 91.00% in the very developing category. In terms of learning achievement, there has been an increase in the number of achievement targets from proficient 40% to 60%, proficient 40% to 40%. Suggestion: in the process of teaching and learning activities, teachers should apply a variety of learning methods and plan one dimension of the Pancasila Student Profile.

The problem in this study is that the low learning outcomes of students are caused by students having difficulty relating and understanding the meaning of the scriptures in examples of daily life, the lack of attention of students when the teacher gives explanations related to learning materials, the learning method used by the teacher is the lecture method so that learning be focused on the teacher only (teacher-centered). This study aims to: 1) to determine the effect of student collaboration using the STAD method assisted by LKS on student learning outcomes, 2) to determine the difference in learning outcomes after and before using the STAD method assisted by LKS, 3) to determine the effectiveness of the STAD method assisted by LKS on student learning outcomes. This type of research is pre-experimental with a one-group pretest-posttest design. This study used only one group, namely the experimental group and the sample used was 10 people, namely, grade 3 SD Kebon Dalem Semarang. This group used 2 measurements, namely the pretest was carried out to determine the students' initial understanding before the LKS-assisted STAD method was applied, then the posttest was carried out after the LKS-assisted STAD method was applied. Based on the results of hypothesis testing, it was found that: 1) there was an effect of student collaboration using the STAD method assisted by LKS by 82%, 2) there was a significant difference in the application of the STAD method assisted by LKS on learning outcomes, seen from the acquisition of a sig (2- tailed) score of 0.000 means accepting H1 and rejecting H0, 3) ​​an increase in learning outcomes with an interpretation of the effectiveness of N-Gain by 74% is included in the category of quite effective in using the STAD method assisted by LKS.

The role of parent at st. Benedictus gulf of Siak Estate is less serious than entertaining the Catholic faith in paiding. preparing children for the first communion. Often children who should be able to receive communion are, in fact, unable to accept it because parents are busy with their work or the child himself is not asking the parents to take the first communion preparation. Research aims to review the practical roles of parents with children, to know inhibitors and supportive factors and to know the steps to improving parenting. Research of qualitative methods with this descriptive approach scores the data trianulation. With the respondent's parents of the first communion candidate. Data collection techniques using interviews, and documentation, and observations. Research indicates that parents perform a child's side by taking part in the first communion study, inviting children to the celebration of the Eucharist and teaching reverence before and after receiving holy communion, and actively inviting children to join spiritual activities in the church, both in the ward and at home. The barriers that parents experience are sometimes forgetting to remind children follow communion study and the difficulty of teaching children to manage time between play and learning. Supporting factors of parents have teachers and catechism and the first communion handbook and facilitate transportation. Parish priest and caretaker of gere