The Use of Extrinsic Motivation in Learning to Memorize Al Qur'an

Abstract

Purpose: Memorizing the Qur'an, especially the short surahs, is very important for Muslims as part of the prayer recitation. However, because memorizing Qur'anic verses has a high level of difficulty, it requires various ways to memorize it. This study aims to examine the use of extrinsic motivation in learning to memorize Qur'anic verses. Methodology: The research method used in this research is a case study. The object of the research is the provision of extrinsic motivation in learning to memorize short surahs in the Qur'an at SDN Sungai Miai 4. While the subjects in this study were the Head of SDN, PAI teachers, students and other general teachers at SDN Sungai Miai. While the data collection tools that will be used in this research are questionnaires, interviews, and documentation. The results of data collection will be processed with qualitative analysis.

Findings: This study found that providing extrinsic motivation by giving prize money is able to encourage students to memorize certain Surahs of the Qur'an that have been determined. By giving money which is carried out during the "Friday Taqwa" event which is attended by all students and all teachers and the Principal makes this activity a form of school appreciation for students' ability to memorize the Qur'an. Implications to Research and practice: By repeating memorization, it can increase the permanence of memorizing the assigned Surah of the Qur'an. No matter how difficult the teaching material given by educators to students, if they often repeat the teaching material, it will undoubtedly be easy to master and memorize.