Fenomena Game Online Free Fire pada Siswa di Sekolah Islam Terpadu Daarul Istiqlal Kecamatan Patumbak Kabupaten Deli Serdang

Abstract

Fenomena game online, khususnya Free Fire, semakin marak di kalangan siswa sekolah dasar, tennasuk di Sekolah Islam Terpadu Daarul Istiqlal. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis dampak permainnn Free Fire terhadap minat dan prestasi belajar siswa. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adaJah pendekatan kuanitatif deskriptif dengan teknik observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kecanduan bermain game online menyebabkan penurunan motivasi belajar, kesulitan berkonseotrasi di kelas, serta berkurangnya waktu yang dihabiskan untulc kegiatan akademik. Guru dan orang tua memiliki peran penting dalam membimbing serta membatasi waktu bermain anak guna mencegah dampak negatif lebih lanjut. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini menekankan pentingnya kolaborasi antara sekolah dan keluarga dalam mengontrol kebiasaan bermain game siswa agar tetap seimbang antara hiburan dan tanggung jawab akademik. The phenomenon of online games, especially Free Fire, is increasingly widespread among elementary school students, including at the Daarul Istiqlal Integrated Islamic School. This study aims to analyze the impact of the Free Fire game on students' interests and learning achievements. The research method used is a descriptive quantitative approach with observation, interview, and documentation techniques. The results of the study show that addiction to playing online games causes a decrease in learning motivation, difficulty concentrating in class, and reduced time spent on academic activities. Teachers and parents have an important role in guiding and limiting children's playing time in order to prevent further negative impacts. The conclusion of this study emphasizes the importance of collaboration between schools and families in controlling students' gaming habits to maintain a balance between entertainment and academic responsibilities.