Utilization of the Make a Match Cooperative Learning Model for Enhancing Student Learning Achievement

Abstract

This research aims to investigate the implementation of the Make a Match type cooperative learning model as a strategy to enhance student learning outcomes. This method involves active interaction among students in matching relevant information or concepts, promoting teamwork, and increasing student engagement in the learning process. The research problem formulation is whether the Make A Match method can improve student learning outcomes. The objective of this research is to enhance student learning outcomes through the Make A Match method, with research subjects being students of class X MM at Maestro Vocational High School in Banjarmasin. The focus of the study is the learning outcomes of the students. The data collected are then analyzed using quantitative descriptive methods to determine the learning outcomes of the students. The success indicator of this research is seen in student learning outcomes achieving mastery > 75. The results of the first cycle showed a mastery level of 52%. In the second cycle, the mastery level reached 86%, indicating an improvement from the first cycle to the second cycle with a mastery increase of 33%. Therefore, it can be concluded that there is an improvement in student learning outcomes through the implementation of the Make A Match method. This research is expected to provide a comprehensive understanding of the contribution of the Make a Match type cooperative learning model in enhancing student academic achievement and to offer recommendations for further development in the field of education