<![CDATA[This research is motivated Many students who experienced a confidence crisis when following (USBN). Like the feeling of disbelief, insecure, fearful, restless and anxious that experienced by students so feel unable to yourself to do the USBN problem. It takes communication skills by teachers to build a sense of confidence in students through interpersonal communication. The purpose of this research are: (1). To know the confidence of class IX students in the face of USBN, (2). To know the interpersonal communication strategy of teacher to build confidence of class IX students facing USBN, (3). To know the supporting factor of teacher interpersonal communication strategy to build confidence of class IX students facing USBN, (4). To know the inhibiting factor of teacher interpersonal communication strategy in building confidence of class IX students to face USBN. Confidence is one of the most important aspects of personality in human life. As for building confidence required a good communication strategy between teachers and students. For. By using the theory of human communication strategy that is, openness, empathy, supportive attitude and positive attitude. It is expected that this interpersonal communication strategy can foster students' self-confidence. This study used qualitative research methods. Research subjects are: IPS Class IX Teachers, Class IX students are taken from each representative class 3 people MTsN, (junior high school) and Principal. Instument data collection interview, observation and documentation. Data analysis uses data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions. The result of research stated that Interpersonal Communication Strategy conducted by teachers at MTsN , (junior high school) 10 Majalengka to develop self-confidence of class IX students is done with openness, empathy, support and positive feeling. Supporting factors of interpersonal communication strategy to foster self-confidence of class IX students provide support in the form of motivation, direction and active learning for students. In this limiting factor is the limitations of existing media in schools such as LCD-Projector, social interaction, and culture or language used by many students who do not understand. So that the interpersonal communication of teachers and students become obstructed. Keywords: Master's Interpersonal Communication Strategy, Student Self Confidence, USBN]]>
