Optimizing Students' Concentration Through The Joyful Learning Approach With Ice Breaking Techniques in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah

Abstract

This research has the following objectives: 1) to know the application of the joyful learning approach with ice breaking techniques in optimizing students' learning concentration 2) to know the advantages of applying the joyful learning approach with ice breaking techniques. Using a qualitative approach and descriptive method, this research can be categorized as field research. Through observation, interviews and documentation, data was collected. Meanwhile, data analysis involved four crucial stages: Data Collection, Data Condensation, Data Presentation, and Data Verification/Conclusion with data validity using triangulation of data, techniques, and sources. This research found that: 1) The selection of ice breaking that is adjusted to the material and learning objectives is applied in between teaching and learning activities. Guess the picture, connect the song, and quiz are some types of ice breaking that teachers use in the middle of learning. 2) The application of ice breaking has several advantages, namely being able to increase students' focus and concentration, build intimacy and cooperation, and increase learning motivation, while reducing stress and anxiety.