PROMOTING STUDENTS INTEREST IN LEARNING THROUGH COOPERATIVE LEARNING TUDASSIPULUNG TECHNIQUE

Abstract

The main focus of this study is to elucidate Tudassipulung technique of cooperative learning as an appropriate teechnique to use in promoting students interest in learning which is based on the constructivism theory. The basic concept of this model is that through small groups activities, the students are able to empower each other in the form of showing performance and there exists mutual learning among the students in the learning process. This technique can overcome the problems of conventional way of teaching and it can create a more meaningful fun effective learning. The research method applied in this study is descriptive qualitative and quantitative method. Data of the research which were collected through questionnaire and observation were analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. All the instruments used have been validated by experts. The students’ response towards the implementation of cooperative learning with Tudassipulung technique in teaching Education Management unit at Faculty of Tarbiyah and Education Study of State Islamic Studies Institute of Palopo is in very high positive category. Therefore, tudassipulung techniques promotes student’ interest in learning.