Peningkatan motivasi dan prestasi belajar mahasiswa melalui model Project Based Learning pada mata kuliah Pendidikan Agama Islam

This study aims to determine (1) whether there is an increase in learning motivation through the application of project-based learning model (2) whether there is an increase in learning achievement through the application of project-based learning model. This study used a pre-experimental design with one class of research samples. The sample used in this study were students of the Agribusiness Study Program in semester 1 of Jambi University. Data collection techniques in this study used questionnaire instruments and questions. Data on motivation and learning achievement were analyzed using a paired sample t-test. The results showed (1) an increase in learning motivation through the application of the project-based learning model (2) an increase in learning achievement through the application of the project-based learning model. Based on this study's results, the project-based learning model can increase student motivation and learning achievement, especially for Jambi University Agribusiness students. Therefore, it is recommended that project-based learning models be used in Islamic Religious Education lectures to increase student motivation and learning achievement.