Relationship between the Habit of Waking Up Early and Students’ Motivation to Learn at SMAN 1 Rejang Lebong

Hubungan Kebiasaan Bangun Pagi dengan Motivasi Belajar di SMAN 1 Rejang Lebong

Abstract

This study aims to analyse the relationship between the habit of waking up early and the learning motivation of students at Rejang Lebong State Senior High School 1, as well as to identify students’ sleep patterns and their perceptions of the impact of this habit on their learning activities. The study employed a quantitative approach using a correlational survey design. Data were collected through the distribution of questionnaires to randomly selected students in Years 10, 11 and 12, and were subsequently analysed using quantitative approach with a descriptive-correlational survey design. The results of the study indicate that the majority of students have good early-rising habits, with 62.5% of students accustomed to waking up before 05:00 and 94.7% of students feeling more productive when waking up earlier. Furthermore, 97.6% of students stated they were more motivated to study when waking up early, whilst 96.3% of students felt more disciplined in carrying out school activities. Conversely, lack of sleep was found to affect concentration and understanding of lesson material in the majority of students. The findings of this study indicate that the habit of waking up early and healthy sleep patterns are closely linked to increased learning motivation, focus, productivity, and discipline among students. It is hoped that the results of this study can serve as a basis for schools, parents, and students in establishing healthy lifestyle habits to support academic success and the character development of students.