QALAMUNA: Jurnal Pendidikan, Sosial, dan Agama
Vol. 18 No. 1 (2026)

Development of STEAM-Based Learning with a Deep Learning Approach to Enhance Critical Thinking Skills on Circle Material

Lutfiana Ramadani (Universitas Jember)
Abi Suwito (Universitas Jember)
Susanto Susanto (Universitas Jember)
Arika Indah Kristiana (Universitas Jember)
Frenza Fairuz Firmansyah (Universitas Jember)



Article Info

Publish Date
18 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study aims to develop STEAM-based mathematics learning tools integrated with a deep learning approach to enhance junior high school students’ critical thinking skills on circle material. The study employed the 4D development model consisting of Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate stages. The developed products included a Module Implementation Plan (RPM), teaching materials, interactive learning media, Student Worksheets (LKM), and critical thinking assessment instruments. The novelty of this study lies in the systematic integration of STEAM principles and deep learning into all learning components specifically designed for circle material at the junior high school level. The validity of the tools was assessed by expert validators, while practicality was evaluated through observations of learning implementation, student activities, and student responses. Effectiveness was examined using the N-Gain test. The results showed that the developed tools were valid (mean score = 3.76), practical, and effective, with students demonstrating active participation, positive responses, and a moderate improvement in critical thinking skills (N-Gain = 0.60).

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Journal Info

Abbrev

qalamuna

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Subject

Arts Humanities Education Social Sciences

Description

Qalamuna merupakan jurnal ilmiah lintas tema sebagai integrasi pendidikan, sosial dan agama yang terbit dua kali dalam setahun. Jurnal yang terbit pertama kali tahun 2006 merupakan media pemikiran kritis intelektual para civitas akademika yang mengali, meneliti dan mempublisikasi sebagai karya yang ...