Indonesian Journal of Innovation and Educational Technology
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026): Edisi Januari-Juni 2026

A Literature Review: The Effectiveness of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Based E-Module to Improve Students' Critical Thinking Skills

Nabila, Elya Suci (Unknown)
Herawadini, Fitria (Unknown)
Nurmayanti, Diyah (Unknown)
Muslihatun, Fitri (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
13 May 2026

Abstract

Critical thinking skills are an essential 21st-century competency that students must master. However, PISA 2022 results show that Indonesian students' achievement remains below the OECD average, indicating low higher-order thinking skills. This study aims to identify trends in the development of Problem-Based Learning (PBL)-based e-modules across various educational levels between 2014 and 2026, assess their practicality and effectiveness, and analyze their impact on critical thinking skills. The method used was a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) analyzing 11 relevant research articles. The study results indicate that PBL-based e-modules are consistently effective in improving students' critical thinking skills. This is demonstrated by N-gain values ??ranging from 0.50 to 0.76 (medium to high category). This effectiveness is supported by the presentation of contextual problems, the use of scaffolding, and the flexibility of independent learning that can activate higher-order cognitive processes. Thus, PBL-based e-modules have the potential to become effective, innovative teaching materials to improve the quality of learning and critical thinking skills of students at various levels and subjects.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijiet

Publisher

Subject

Computer Science & IT Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Library & Information Science Other

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Indonesian Journal of Innovation and Educational Technology (IJIET) adalah wadah publikasi ilmiah bagi mahasiswa, guru, dosen, praktisi, maupun peneliti di bidang inovasi pendidikan dan teknologi pembelajaran. IJIET menerima tulisan dalam bentuk artikel hasil penelitian maupun artikel tinjauan ...