<![CDATA[This research was motivated by the importance of meaningful learning implementation in Science and Social Studies (IPAS) learning to help students relate learning materials to their daily lives. Based on preliminary observations in Grade IV at SDN 23 Cubadak, several obstacles were found during the learning process, including low student participation, limited literacy skills, and the less optimal use of learning media. This study aimed to analyze the implementation of the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) approach in IPAS learning, identify the obstacles faced during the learning process, and determine efforts to improve students’ participation and understanding. This research employed a descriptive qualitative approach involving a Grade IV teacher and all 13 Grade IV students at SDN 23 Cubadak as research subjects. Data were collected through observations and interviews. The findings indicated that the CTL approach had been implemented by connecting learning materials with students’ real-life experiences, making the learning process more meaningful and helping students understand concepts more easily. However, its implementation had not been fully optimal due to several challenges, including passive student participation, low literacy abilities, and limited learning media. Therefore, more varied learning media and more active and enjoyable learning activities are needed to improve the quality of IPAS learning.]]>
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