Matius Timan Herdi Ginting
Institut Agama Kristen Negeri Palangka Raya, Indonesia

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Character Education (PPK) and the Dynamics of Christian Character Development Among Students: A Case Study at SMA Negeri 4 Palangka Raya Yemima Nathalia; Matius Timan Herdi Ginting; Octa Maria Sihombing
EDUJAVARE: International Journal of Educational Research Vol. 4 No. 02 (2026): EDUJAVARE: International Journal of Educational Research
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This study aims to describe the implementation of the Character Education Strengthening Program (PPK) at SMA Negeri 4 Palangka Raya, especially through the role of Christian Religious Education Teachers, as well as describe the dynamics of students' Christian character development in the context of PPK implementation. This study uses a qualitative approach with the type of case study research. Research data was obtained through interviews, observations, and documentation. The research informants consisted of a Christian Religious Education Teacher, the Vice Principal for Student Affairs, Homeroom Teachers, and six students in grades X-11 and XI-7. Data analysis was carried out through data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawn, and was strengthened through triangulation of sources and techniques. The results of the study show that the implementation of PPK at SMA Negeri 4 Palangka Raya is carried out through the integration of character values in Christian Religious Education learning, habituation, teacher examples, religious activities, coaching, school support, and evaluation. The implementation of PPK takes place through various educational activities at school and does not stand as a separate activity. The dynamics of students' Christian character development show that there is a development in the values of love, honesty, discipline, responsibility, and involvement in religious activities. Students have shown an understanding and application of these values in daily life, but their application has not always been consistent. Some students have been able to manage themselves and apply character independently, while others still need direction, reminders, and coaching. Students' character development is influenced by internal factors, such as awareness, motivation, willingness, self-control, and emotional control, as well as external factors in the form of support from teachers, friends, family, and the school environment.
The Influence of Implementing Varied Teaching Methods on Students' Interest in Studying Christian Religious Education Ria Trisiana; Matius Timan Herdi Ginting; Aprianto Wirawan
EDUJAVARE: International Journal of Educational Research Vol. 4 No. 02 (2026): EDUJAVARE: International Journal of Educational Research
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This study aims to find out how much influence the Variation of Learning Method (X) on Student Learning Interest (Y) in the subject of Christian Religious Education at SMPN 8 Palangka Raya. This study uses a quantitative approach with an ex post facto type of research. The research population is all Grade VII students who are Christians at SMPN 8 Palangka Raya for the 2025/2026 Academic Year which totals 186 students, spread over 11 study groups. A minimum sample of 100 students was set using the proportional random sampling technique with the formula ni = (Ni/N) × n. The questionnaire was distributed to 120 students to anticipate incomplete data, and after listwise deletion, the number of data analyzed was 119 respondents. Data were collected using a Likert scale questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential statistics (normality test, linearity test, Pearson and Spearman Product Moment correlation test, simple linear regression analysis, determination coefficient test, and t test) with the help of the SPSS Version 27 program. The results showed that the score of Learning Method Variation (calculated from 22 valid items) was in the high category (98.32%) with an average of 71.68, while the Student Learning Interest (calculated from 24 valid items) was in the high (59.66%) and medium (40.34%) categories with an average of 74.06. The Pearson correlation test resulted in r = 0.165 with Sig. = 0.073, insignificant at the level of 5%. The regression equation Ŷ = 59.12 + 0.21X with R² = 0.0272 (contribution of 2.72%). The value of t calculated (1.8093) is smaller than the t of the table (1.9804), so H0 is accepted. It is concluded that there is no significant influence between the two variables, although the relationship is positive.