Character Formation of Cooperation of Grade 5 Students Through Project-Based PAI Learning at SDIT Abu Hurairah Sapeken

Abstract

This study aims to describe and analyze the implementation of the Project Based Learning (PjBL) model in Islamic Religious Education (IRE) to develop the cooperation character of fifth-grade students at SDIT Abu Hurairah Sapeken. The study was motivated by the low level of students’ active participation and cooperation in group learning activities. A descriptive qualitative research design was employed, with data collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings indicate that the implementation of PjBL in Islamic Religious Education enhances students’ active engagement, fosters role distribution and responsibility within groups, strengthens communication and mutual respect, and builds collective awareness of the importance of cooperation. Nevertheless, several challenges were identified, including differences in students’ levels of participation and a tendency for some students to rely on certain group members. Overall, project-based Islamic Religious Education contributes positively to the development of cooperation character among fifth-grade students at SDIT Abu Hurairah Sapeken.