Jurnal Pendidikan Edutama
Vol 13 No 1 (2026): January 2026

Integrating Higher-Order Thinking Skills into PBL Modules to Enhance Students’ Critical Thinking Skills

Ika Rahmawati, Oktha (Unknown)
Tirtanawati, Meiga Ratih (Unknown)
Ma'rifatul Ain (Unknown)
Listiana Wati (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 Jan 2026

Abstract

Grammar mastery is essential in English as a Foreign Language (EFL), particularly for academic contexts such as TOEFL. However, the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in grammar learning risks encouraging surface-level accuracy without deep cognitive engagement. This study aimed to develop a Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS)-based grammar learning module focusing on clause mastery by integrating Problem-Based Learning (PBL) within the ADDIE instructional design model. Using a Research and Development (R&D) approach, the study followed five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Data were collected through expert validation and student questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive quantitative and qualitative methods. The material expert evaluation showed a feasibility score of 84.6% (highly feasible), while student responses indicated a feasibility level of 78.8% (feasible). Students perceived the module as effective in enhancing analytical and evaluative thinking. The findings suggest that the HOTS-based grammar module is pedagogically feasible and supports deeper cognitive engagement in grammar learning, provided it is implemented with coherent instructional strategies and appropriate assessment alignment in AI-supported learning environments.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Jurnal Pendidikan Edutama

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Subject

Education

Description

Edutama Journal of Education (Jurnal Pendidikan Edutama) is double -blind peer reviewed open access journal that provides publication of articles in all education field. it aims to promote excellence through the dissemination of high-quality research finding in provide a platform scientists and ...