Inovasi Model Pembelajaran Interaktif Dalam Mengatasi Keterbatasan Bahan Ajar Aqidah Akhlak Di Madrasah Ibtidaiyah

Madrasah Ibtidaiyah, as an Islamic primary education institution, holds the responsibility of shaping a generation of Muslims with strong moral and spiritual integrity. One of the subjects that plays a crucial role in achieving this goal is Aqidah Akhlak (Islamic creed and ethics). However, the limited availability of contextual teaching materials that suit the characteristics of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students poses a significant challenge in the learning process. This study aims to identify teachers’ strategies in overcoming the limitations of teaching materials and implementing interactive learning models in Aqidah Akhlak instruction. The research employed a qualitative descriptive method with data collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results show that teachers play an active role as developers of teaching materials and facilitators of learning through the use of Student Worksheets (LKS), storytelling, snowball throwing, group discussions, and simulations. The innovation in learning lies in the teachers’ efforts to combine these interactive models to overcome the limitation of conventional, text-based LKS materials. Rather than relying solely on the LKS, teachers expanded and adapted its content into contextual teaching materials integrated with storytelling activities, educational games, and collaborative group work. This approach encouraged students to become more active, enthusiastic, and better able to understand Aqidah Akhlak values in their daily lives. Teachers also designed reflective and remedial evaluations that support students’developmental progress. This strategy successfully created meaningful and enjoyable learning experiences that fostered the internalization of moral values in a holistic manner. The study recommends strengthening teachers’ capacity in developing contextual teaching materials and promoting active learning approaches aligned with the principles of the Merdeka Curriculum.