Peran PAIKEM dalam Partisipasi Belajar Siswa Berkebutuhan Khusus di Sekolah Alam SKLC

This research is motivated by the important role of education for children, including children with special needs. The government supports inclusive education through Permendikbud No 70 of 2009, but existing learning methods do not fully meet their needs. As of October 2023, there were 306,980 children with special needs attending school, yet learning methods continue to evolve. This research aims to analyze the role of the PAIKEM (Active, Inspiring, Creative, Effective and Fun Learning) approach in increasing the learning participation of students with special needs at Sekolah Alam SKLC. PAIKEM is applied as an inclusive learning method and focuses on developing students' potential by accommodating various learning styles. The emphasis on outdoor learning activities and hands-on experiences is proven to increase student engagement. This research uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews and literature study. The results show that the PAIKEM approach is effective in improving motivation, engagement and learning outcomes of students with special needs. In addition, this approach also supports the creation of better inclusive education. The importance of collaboration between teachers, school managers and parents is a contributing factor to the success of this method and plays a role in the holistic development of students. This research provides practical implications for other schools that want to implement inclusive and student experience-centered learning methods.