Islamic Religious Education Teachers’ Strategies in Enhancing the Learning Motivation of Students from Broken Home Families at Riweuk State Elementary School

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the strategies of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers in enhancing the learning motivation of students from broken home families and the impact of these strategies at Riweuk State Elementary School. This research is motivated by the condition of students from broken home families who experience emotional pressure that affects their motivation, concentration, and enthusiasm for learning at school. Therefore, PAI teachers play an important role in providing spiritual, emotional, and character-building support to help students maintain positive learning motivation. This research employed a qualitative approach using a case study method. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. The research informants consisted of PAI teachers, homeroom teachers, the school principal, and students from broken home families at Riweuk State Elementary School. The data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The validity of the data was tested through source and technique triangulation. The findings reveal that the strategies implemented by PAI teachers in enhancing the learning motivation of students from broken home families were carried out through four main approaches: (1) personal approaches and identification of students’ conditions to build emotional closeness and a sense of security; (2) modification of learning methods through group discussions and inspirational stories based on religious values; (3) provision of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation through appreciation and reinforcement of life goals; and (4) collaboration with homeroom teachers in monitoring students’ development. These strategies had a positive impact on improving students’ learning motivation, as reflected in increased self-confidence, active classroom participation, learning concentration, and emotional stability. Therefore, PAI teachers play a crucial role in providing holistic support for students from broken home families within the school environment.