Teachers' Strategies to Increasing Elementary School Students' Learning Motivation: A Qualitative Study

Abstract

Because it has a direct impact on academic achievement and character development of students, low student motivation to learn in elementary school is a big problem for the education system. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to find out teachers' opinions on the development of strategies that can increase students' desire to learn in elementary school. This research investigated students' motivation to learn, the approach used by teachers, this qualitative study involved an in-depth interview with a homeroom teacher and applying thematic analysis, and the challenges faced when applying the approach. A teacher at SDN Grinting was thoroughly interviewed for this study, which used a qualitative approach. The results show that a varied learning approach, a pleasant classroom atmosphere, persuasive communication, and parental involvement are important components in encouraging students' motivation to learn. In addition, the teacher's understanding of the characteristics of the students is essential in creating an effective learning strategy. This study found that the role of teachers as advocates, motivators, and communicators is essential to create an engaging and sustainable learning environment.