This study aims to improve student learning outcomes in Catholic Religious Education learning through the application of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) Model in class IV of SD Negeri 01 Saibi Samukop. The problem raised is the low understanding of students on the Ten Commandments material, which results in unsatisfactory learning outcomes. The research method used is classroom action research with two cycles, which include planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The results of the study showed a significant increase in student learning outcomes, with the average final test score increasing from 65 to 85 after the application of PBL. The conclusion of this study is that PBL is effective in improving students' understanding of teaching materials. The recommendation given is for teachers to apply PBL consistently and conduct training to improve teaching skills in the context of problem-based learning.
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