MUDARRISA: Jurnal Kajian Pendidikan Islam
Vol. 16 No. 2 (2024): Mudarrisa: Jurnal Kajian Pendidikan Islam

Enhancing Students' Critical Thinking Skills in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah through Problem-Solving Learning

Juhji Juhji (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten, Indonesia)
Nita Rismawati (Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten, Indonesia)
Prasart Nuangchalerm (Mahasarakham University, Thailand)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 Dec 2024

Abstract

This study analyzes the impact of problem-solving learning on the critical thinking skills students. A quasi-experimental method with a pretest-posttest control group design was used.  The sample consisted of 5th-grade students from Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Negeri 2 Serang, with 27 in the experimental class and 27 in the control class. Data collection involved observation and tests using a validated multiple-choice instrument. Normality and homogeneity tests preceded data analysis using the t-test.  Results showed significant improvements in both classes, with the experimental class implementing the problem-solving model outperforming the control class using conventional methods.  The t-test significance (2-tailed) was 0.007, indicating a significant difference in critical thinking skills between the groups. This finding supports the effectiveness of active learning approaches in fostering higher-order thinking skills where developing critical thinking is essential to fulfilling human responsibilities in living a meaningful life.

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mudarrisa

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Religion Other

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Mudarrisa: Jurnal Kajian Pendidikan Islam is a high-quality open-access peer-reviewed research journal published by Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Madrasah Ibtidaiyah, Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Salatiga, formerly known as Institut Agama Islam Negeri (IAIN) Salatiga, Central Java, Indonesia. ...