Historical Novels as Learning Resources for High School Students in Understanding the Japanese Occupation in Indonesia

This study aims to describe the use of a historical novel entitled Syahadah Musthafa as a source of student learning on the topic of the Japanese occupation in Indonesia. In this study, researchers used qualitative methods. The data sources include the novel Syahadah musthafa, lesson plans (RPP), and informants (history teachers and class XI students). Data collection techniques using interview techniques, observation, and document analysis. This research is described in a qualitative descriptive form. In validating the data, the researcher used data triangulation, while the data analysis method was carried out with three stages of analysis: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results showed that using the novel Syahadah Musthafa as a learning resource on the Japanese occupation of Indonesia could attract students' interest in learning history. In addition, this novel can introduce and provide an in-depth understanding of the essence of religious values and lessons from the struggle of Kyai Haji Zainal Musthafa against the Japanese occupation in Indonesia