Application of Card Sort Method In Improving Students' Learning Achievement In The Certainity and Morals Learning Course of MA Modern Skill Al Azkaa Gresik

This study aims to analyze the application of the Card Sort method in improving student learning achievement in the subject of Akidah Akhlak, especially the material Knowing the Attributes of Allah in CLASS 10 MA Modern Skill Al Azkaa Gresik. The Card Sort method is an active learning technique that involves students in grouping cards containing certain concepts or information, so that it can improve their understanding and memory of the material being taught. This study uses a quantitative approach with a pretest-posttest design. The research sample consisted of 30 students who were selected purposively. Data were collected through learning outcome tests before and after the application of the Card Sort method, as well as observations and interviews to support quantitative results. Data analysis was carried out using statistical tests using the t-test to determine significant differences in learning achievement before and after the method was applied. The results showed that there was a significant increase in student learning outcomes after applying the Card Sort method. In addition, students showed increased involvement in learning, better understanding of concepts, and higher motivation in learning Akidah Akhlak. Thus, the Card Sort method can be an alternative effective learning strategy to improve students' learning achievement, especially in understanding abstract concepts such as the attributes of Allah.