Journal of Educational Sciences
Vol. 9 No. 4 (2025): Journal of Educational Sciences

Application of PhET Simulation-Assisted Problem-Based Learning Model in Improving Students’ Critical Thinking Skills on Rotational Dynamics Material

Mustikazahra, Fadia (Unknown)
Novia, Hera (Unknown)
Aviyanti, Lina (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Jul 2025

Abstract

This research investigates the effectiveness of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model assisted by PhET simulations in enhancing students' critical thinking skills on rotational dynamics. A quasi-experimental design was used in this research, involving two groups: an experimental group using PBL model with PhET simulations and a control group using PBL model without PhET simulations. The research participants were high school students, and data were collected through pre-test and post-test assessments measuring critical thinking skills. The findings indicate that students in the experimental group demonstrated significant improvement. Statistical analysis showed a higher mean score increase in the experimental group compared to the control group. These results suggest that the application of PBL with PhET simulations is an effective approach to fostering critical thinking in physics education, particularly in rotational dynamics.

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JES

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Religion Humanities Education Library & Information Science Other

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JES publishes original articles on the latest issues and trends occurring regionally and internationally in the educational sciences with the aim to advance our knowledge both in term of theory and practice. Moreover, this journal also covers the issues concerned with the following special sections: ...