Re-Build Laboratory Construction in Sociology Learning

Abstract

Purpose of the study: This study aims to reconstruct the concept of a sociology laboratory in learning sociology in high school, as a first step to developing a sociology laboratory that is integrated with sociology learning.
 Methodology: This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with data sources derived from informants, sociology class observations, and lesson plan analysis. While data collection techniques include interviews, observation, and document analysis. Data analysis uses a content analysis approach that seeks to combine research findings with relevant theory analysis.
 Main findings: The results of the study indicate that the sociology laboratory in learning is an experimental attempt to apply sociological knowledge by involving students so that students have the sensitivity and concern to be critical and be able to solve social problems that occur in society. So far, the concept of developing a sociology laboratory in learning has not been developed on an ongoing basis so that the spirit of scientific sociology has not been fully understood by high school students.
 Applications of this study: This research is useful for sociology teachers who are interested in developing sociology learning through laboratories to support the achievement of sociology learning objectives, namely students have a critical attitude and are sensitive to various social problems that occur in society.
 Novelty/Originality of this study: The existence of a sociology laboratory in learning has not been maximally developed in high schools so this study can be used as a theoretical study of the importance of sociology laboratories in sociology learning in high schools.