Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia (Indonesian Journal of Science Education)
Vol. 14 No. 1: JANUARY 2026

Integration of Artificial Intelligence Based Digital Media in Science Learning Activities to Improve Critical Thinking Skills of Vocational High School Students

Fitri Damayanti (Universitas Indraprasta PGRI, Jakarta, Indonesia)
Acep Musliman (Universitas Indraprasta PGRI, Jakarta, Indonesia)
Rino Anthony Stiawan (Universitas Indraprasta PGRI, Jakarta, Indonesia)
Andri Suryana (Universitas Indraprasta PGRI, Jakarta, Indonesia)
Samuel Amponsah (University of Ghana, Ghana)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 Jan 2026

Abstract

This study investigated the integration of Artificial Intelligence based digital media into Argumentation Driven Inquiry learning activities to enhance vocational high school students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills in Jakarta. The research employed a mixed-methods design involving two vocational schools (SMK PGRI 16 and 20). Data was collected through pre- and post-assessments, classroom observations, and structured interviews with students, teachers, and parents. Digital media included adaptive AI-powered learning modules and interactive simulations designed to foster curiosity and collaborative argumentation. Quantitative results showed significant improvements in students' Critical Thinking Skills, with an average increase of 23% between the pre- and post-tests, whileqQualitative findings revealed that AI-based digital media improved motivation, fostered deeper engagement with IPAS concepts, and supported self-directed learning. Despite the positive outlook, challenges included limited infrastructure and uneven digital literacy among students. Overall, the integration of AI-driven digital media in ADI-based learning offers a promising pathway to strengthen Higher order Thinking Skills in vocational education

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Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia (Indonesian Journal of Science Education) or JPSI is an international journal dedicated to studying and exploring various matters related to science education, especially technological developments in the field of science based on ethnoscience and local wisdom. JPSI ...