Strategies for Forming Teacher and Student Interaction Patterns as an Effort to Increase Learning Motivation in Sociology Learning Class X at SMA N 7 Surakarta

The effective learning environment is very dependent on the interaction between the teacher and students. The purpose of this study is to determine the pattern of interaction that arises the during Sociology Learning in Class X SMA N 7 Surakarta and the Strategies Applied by Teachers to Increase Student Involvement. Qualitative Research Using the case study approach is the methodology used. Data is collected through interviews, observations and documents of teachers and students. The results showed that the interaction patterns applied in the class were multi-directional so as to enable active communication between the teacher and students or students with students. The teacher uses various strategies, such as discussion methods, questions and Answers, and scaffolding based on the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) to Guide Students in Understanding the Material. In addition, the use of digital media such as whatsapp groups, interactive quizzes, and learning videos contributes to the intersesisses of interaction. Effective interaction patterns between teachers and students, as well as between students, have a direct causality relationship with increased learning motivation. High motivation encourages students to be more active in understanding the material and participating in discussions. This Study Confirms the importance of the application of dynamic interaction patterns in learning sociology to create a conducive and inclusive learning environment. It is hoped that research can be a reference for educators in designing learning strategies that are more interactive and participatory.