Abstract: The application of guided inquiry methods to improve science teaching fifth grade elementary school students. The purpose of this study was to (1) describe the application of guided inquiry method in improving science teaching, and (2) improve science learning with the application of guided inquiry method. This research is Classroom Action Research (CAR), which was commissioned jointly conducted in three cycles. Each cycle consists of the planning, execution, observation, and reflection. The subjects were fifth grade elementary school students. Data sources of this study are students, teachers, and observers. Data was collected by observation, tests and questionnaires. Validation using triangulation of data sources and triangulation techniques. The results show the application of guided inquiry method can improve science teaching fifth grade elementary school students. Keywords: guided inquiry, learning science, fifth grade elementary school.
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