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Problem-Based Learning Method to Improve Students' Critical Thinking Skills in Islamic Religious Education Learning at SD Negeri 24 Banda Aceh Maisarah; Nazariah
ETNOPEDAGOGI: Jurnal Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): JANUARY 2025
Publisher : MANDAILING GLOBAL EDUKASIA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62945/etnopedagogi.v2i1.617

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This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method in improving students' critical thinking skills in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning at SD Negeri 24 Banda Aceh. Critical thinking skills are essential competencies in 21st-century education, including in PAI learning which not only emphasizes cognitive aspects, but also understanding and applying religious values ​​in everyday life. The PBL method places students as the center of learning by presenting contextual problems that encourage exploration, analysis, and problem solving independently and collaboratively. This study used a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design. The research sample consisted of two groups of fifth-grade students, namely the experimental group using the PBL method and the control group using the conventional method. Data were collected through critical thinking tests, observations, and interviews. The results showed that students taught using the PBL method experienced a significant increase in critical thinking skills compared to the control group. In addition, this method also increases students' active participation, learning motivation, and conceptual understanding of PAI material. These findings indicate that the application of PBL in PAI learning can be an effective strategy to develop students' critical thinking skills from an early age. Therefore, teachers are advised to integrate PBL in learning planning to create a more meaningful and relevant learning experience for students.
Ecoprint Steaming Technique for Interactive and Eco-Friendly Learning Among Primary Teachers at SD Gugus Dham Lubuk Cut Mawar Helmanda; Meutia Zahara; Nazariah; Siti Salsabila; Ilham Wahyudi; Ori Resmida
Amalee: Indonesian Journal of Community Research and Engagement Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Amalee: Indonesian Journal of Community Research and Engagement
Publisher : LP2M INSURI Ponorogo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/amalee.v6i2.7819

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This community engagement project addresses the limited use of interactive, environmentally friendly teaching methods in primary education, particularly among teachers at SD Gugus Dham Lubuk, Aceh Besar. The study aimed to introduce and train teachers using the ecoprint steaming technique as an innovative learning approach that integrates environmental sustainability with hands-on art-based activities. The program followed a structured process of socialization, training, classroom application, and mentoring, involving 30 teachers in demonstrations and practice using natural materials such as leaves and flowers. Before the training, 85% of teachers had never been exposed to ecoprint and still relied on lecture-based methods that limited creativity and engagement. Post-training results indicated increased teacher participation, creativity in lesson planning, and readiness to apply ecoprint in classrooms. Teachers successfully integrated the method into science and art lessons, enhancing student engagement while fostering environmental awareness. Beyond these immediate outcomes, sustainability measures were established through digital modules, a class “ecoprint corner”, and continuous mentoring with local stakeholders. These efforts ensure long-term adoption of interactive, eco-friendly teaching practices. Furthermore, the initiative demonstrated the potential for sustainable creative economy activities, as teachers and students produced marketable products showcased in a school exhibition, linking education with environmental stewardship and local economic empowerment.