TEACHERS AS PROFESSIONAL EDUCATORS: A STUDY ON THEIR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN PROMOTING ACTIVE STUDENT LEARNING AT MTS MIFTAHUL ULUM PABUARAN

Abstract

This study aims to examine the roles and responsibilities of teachers in enhancing students' active participation in learning at MTS Miftahul Ulum Pabuaran. The research employed a descriptive qualitative method, with research subjects including the principal, teachers, and students. The findings indicate that the roles and responsibilities of teachers at MTS Miftahul Ulum Pabuaran as educators, instructors, mentors, and evaluators still face various challenges. These challenges include issues related to the pedagogical approaches used, teachers’ ability to address student diversity, the utilization of available learning media, and the effectiveness of assessment and evaluation systems. As a recommendation, teachers are encouraged to implement more interactive teaching approaches and methods, such as project-based learning or group discussions, to increase student engagement. In addition, the school is advised to provide professional development for teachers in the use of educational technology to enable more comprehensive assessment and evaluation processes.