Reconstruction of Ranking System Based on Maslow and Al-Ghazali's Motivation Theory in Elementary School

Abstract

Start from Abraham Maslow's motivational theory which states that humans need appreciation, this research is attempt by the researchers in studying the ranking system in elementary schools. The competition system is known to grow the education system in a country like South Korea and Japan which have high literacy levels. This competition system is also applied in Indonesia, with giving a ranking which can foster a competitive spirit and high motivation. However, many students feel anxious when their ranking decreases. Therefore, Al-Ghazali's Motivation Theory can be a solution for student anxiety. This research uses mix methods, namely quantitative methods in the form of data analysis of questionnaire results and qualitative methods in the form of questionnaires, literature studies, and simple interviews conducted to several different sources. Through this research we expected that the competition system in elementary schools can become a healthy competition system both physically and spiritually. Abstract Departing from Abraham Maslow's motivational theory which states that humans need rewards, this study is an attempt by researchers to examine the ranking system in elementary schools. Systemcompetition is known to be able to improve the education system in countries like South Korea and Japan which have high literacy rates. This competition system is also applied in Indonesia, namely in the form of giving rankings that can foster a competitive spirit and high motivation. However, many students feel anxious when their grades drop. Therefore, Al-Ghazali's Theory of Motivation can be a solution for student anxiety. This study uses mix methods, namely quantitative methods in the form of data analysis from questionnaires and qualitative methods in the form ofdistributing questionnaires, literature studies, and short interviews conducted to several different sources. Through this research, it is hoped that the competition system in elementary schools can become a healthy competition system, both physically and spiritually.