Mind Mapping to Boost Elementary Students’ Engagement in Islamic Cultural History

This classroom action research explores the effectiveness of the Mind Mapping method in increasing student learning activity in Islamic Cultural History for Grade 6 elementary school students. The study aims to assess how mind maps influence students' engagement, understanding, and active participation during lessons. The research was conducted over four teaching cycles, each involving preparing lesson plans, implementing mind-mapping activities, and observing student behaviors. Data were collected through observation sheets, student questionnaires, and reflections. The results indicate that the Mind Mapping method significantly improved students' attention, motivation, and participation in class activities. Students reported higher levels of engagement and confidence in presenting their ideas, and observation data showed increased collaboration and creativity during group discussions. The study concludes that the Mind Mapping method successfully enhanced student learning activity, meeting the predetermined success criteria, and is highly recommended for use in other subjects to foster more dynamic and interactive learning environments.