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The Role of Role-Playing Approaches in Enhancing Learning Outcomes in Primary Social Studies Imron Burhan; M. Yunasri Ridhoh; Musfirah Musfirah
Journal of Education Method and Learning Strategy Том 4 № 01 (2026): Journal of Education Method and Learning Strategy
Publisher : PT. Riset Press International

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59653/jemls.v4i01.2059

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This study aims to analyze the role of the role-playing learning model in improving students’ learning outcomes in primary school Social Studies through a literature review of 15 previous research articles. The review was conducted by examining various types of studies, including experiments, classroom action research, comparative studies, and descriptive research, to identify patterns of findings and factors influencing the effectiveness of role-playing. The results show that most studies reported improvements in students’ learning outcomes, learning activities, and conceptual understanding after the implementation of role-playing. This model has been proven to provide concrete learning experiences, increase student engagement, and foster communication and collaboration skills. However, some studies also found that improvements in learning outcomes were not always significant, especially when scenario planning, media support, and student readiness were not optimal. These variations indicate that the success of role-playing is strongly influenced by the context and quality of instructional implementation. Overall, this review confirms that role-playing has strong potential as an active learning strategy that can enhance Social Studies learning outcomes in primary schools. The findings are expected to serve as a reference for teachers in designing more effective applications of role-playing and as a foundation for future research on innovations in Social Studies learning.
Problem-Based Learning as an Innovative Approach in Elementary Social Studies Education: A Thematic Analysis of Empirical Studies Imron Burhan
Journal of Education Method and Learning Strategy Том 4 № 01 (2026): Journal of Education Method and Learning Strategy
Publisher : PT. Riset Press International

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59653/jemls.v4i01.2209

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Social Studies learning in elementary schools is required not only to focus on the mastery of concepts but also to promote the development of critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and active student participation. One instructional approach considered capable of addressing these demands is Problem-Based Learning (PBL). This study aims to thematically analyze empirical research findings on the implementation of PBL in elementary Social Studies education. The research method employed is a literature review using a qualitative approach based on thematic analysis of national scholarly articles published between 2018 and 2025. The data were analyzed through coding procedures and the categorization of research findings into major themes. The results indicate that the implementation of PBL consistently improves students’ Social Studies learning outcomes, enhances critical thinking and higher-order thinking skills, and increases students’ motivation, activeness, and engagement in learning. Furthermore, the integration of PBL with various instructional media has been shown to strengthen the effectiveness of Social Studies learning, although challenges related to teacher readiness and limited supporting facilities remain. This study concludes that PBL is an innovative, effective, and relevant instructional approach for improving the quality of Social Studies education in elementary schools and has important implications for the development of instructional practices and future research.