IMPLEMENTASI PEMBELAJARAN BERDIFERENSIASI DALAM MATA PELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DI SEKOLAH MENENGAH KEJURUAN NEGERI 3 MALANG

Abstract

Each student has different learning needs, so it is necessary to fulfill these needs. At SMKN 3 Malang, meeting student’s learning needs is closely related to the learning process at school. Therefore, innovation in the teaching is required to meet student’s learning needs and attract their interest in the learning process. The research focuses include: (1) the steps of implementing differentiated instruction in Islamic education subjects at SMKN 3 Malang; (2) the process steps of implementing differentiated instruction in Islamic education subjects at SMKN 3 Malang; (3) the implications steps of implementing differentiated instruction in Islamic education subjects at SMKN 3 Malang. A qualitative approach with a case study is used to obtain significant data through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the observation indicate that differentiated instruction is well received by students. They understand the learning material faster because it matches their learning needs. Differentiated instruction in content and process adapts the material presented by the teacher, while differentiation in product aligns with student’s interests and abilities. The challenge faced by teachers is that the preparation for differentiated instruction requires a considerable amount of time.