Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL): Alternatif Pembelajaran Fiqih yang Bermakna untuk Meningkatkan Pemahaman Siswa pada Materi Haji

Abstract

Fiqh learning in Islamic schools plays a crucial role in shaping students' religious understanding and character. However, many teaching practices still utilize conventional, teacher-centered methods, resulting in students being passive and lacking a deep understanding of Islamic teachings, particularly regarding the Hajj. This study aims to analyze the effect of the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) approach on students' understanding of the Fiqh subject, particularly the Hajj, at MTs Negeri 1, West Bandung Regency. This study employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental method. The sample consisted of two classes: an experimental class taught using CTL and a control class taught using conventional methods. Data were collected through objective tests that had been tested for validity and reliability. Data were analyzed using the Paired Sample t-test and simple linear regression. The results showed that the average student understanding score increased significantly after the implementation of CTL, with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05, and had a positive effect of 8.566 points higher than conventional learning. These findings indicate that the CTL approach is effective in improving students' conceptual and applied understanding of Fiqh learning. This research contributes to the development of a contextual, active, and meaningful Islamic religious learning model.