Enhancing Students' Learning Interest through Picture-Based Smart TV Media in Buddhist Religious Education

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the use of picture-based Smart TV media in increasing students' learning interest in Buddhist Religious Education at TK Dharma Loka 1. The study employed a qualitative approach with a descriptive research design. The research subjects consisted of a Buddhist Religious Education teacher and students. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results showed that the use of picture-based Smart TV media had a positive impact on the learning process and students' learning interest. The use of pictures, colors, videos, and audio displayed on the Smart TV increased students' attention, enthusiasm, curiosity, and active participation during learning activities. Students became more focused on the learning materials and more confident in answering questions, asking questions, and retelling the learning content. Picture-based media also helped students understand and remember the learning materials more concretely in accordance with the characteristics of early childhood development. In addition, Smart TV enabled teachers to present learning materials systematically and variably while creating a more active and enjoyable learning interaction. Therefore, the use of picture-based Smart TV media can be an appropriate learning media innovation for increasing students' learning interest and engagement in Buddhist Religious Education at TK Dharma Loka 1.