Thinking Skills and Creativity Journal

Preliminary Stage: Student Worksheets Oriented to Higher Order Thinking Skills Based on Learning Styles

2023-06-05T05:22:06+00:00

The demands of industry 4.0 are moving towards social society 5.0 to purpose education must be ready. Based on PISA in 2019, Indonesia has low performance quadrant with high equity, means that opportunity to improve critical thinking skills because it has underdeveloped capacity and potential to face the 21st century. Based on the results of survey with teachers and students, researchers found that the unavailability of worksheets base learning styles caused decreasing the student learning interest. This study aims to produce worksheets oriented to higher order thinking skills based on their learning styles. This type of research is development research using the 4D model. The research subjects were 32 even semester VIII grade students and 1 Science teacher at Manbaul Ulum. This research is limited to the analysis stage of school needs towards the development of worksheets oriented to higher order thinking skills based on learning styles using survey techniques. The results of the study show that worksheets that are oriented towards higher order thinking skills based on learning styles need to be developed to train critical thinking skills.

HOTS-Oriented Thematic RPP Learning: Increasing the Independence of Elementary School Students

2023-11-06T20:55:17+00:00

The teacher before carrying out the teaching and learning process must make a learning implementation plan (RPP). Making lesson plans before the teaching process is very important because it serves as a teacher's guide in carrying out learning in the classroom. There are still teacher problems in preparing lesson plans. The study aims to develop a HOTS-oriented thematic learning implementation plan (RPP) is to increase the main values of strengthening character education (PPK) for class IV students. This study used an experimental group of 10 students related to the implementation of HOTS-oriented thematic lesson plans in increasing student independence. Interviews, observations, and written documentation are the three primary methods of data gathering used in this investigation. Both qualitative and quantitative methods of data analysis are used in this process. The results of this study explain that the application of HOTS-oriented thematic lesson plans is proven to be able to significantly increase student independence. The advice that can be conveyed from the results of this study is the need for teacher support in planning, implementing, and evaluating the application of HOTS-oriented thematic lesson plans. Considering that this research was only carried out in an effort to increase student independence, future research can apply HOTS-oriented thematic lesson plans aimed at increasing learning achievement or other abilities in students.

Problem Based Learning Models on Critical Thinking Ability in Science Lessons of Grade V Elementary School

2023-05-11T05:01:44+00:00

21^st century learning requires students to have 4C skills, one of which is critical thinking. Critical thinking is a potential that students must train early and must continue to be developed. Therefore, the process of implementing learning in the classroom must be able to train and improve students' critical thinking skills with real problems in science material. This study aims to analyze the effect of Problem Based Learning Model on critical thinking skills in science lessons of grade V elementary school students. This type of research is a pseudo-research with a research design of Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The research sample was grade V elementary school students totaling 61 students. The data collection method used was the test method and the instrument used was an essay test question equipped with an assessment rubric. The analysis technique used descriptive statistical analysis techniques and inferential statistics t-test. The results of data analysis obtained the average critical thinking ability of the experimental group 75.8 and the control group 65.5. Based on the results of the t-test analysis, obtained tcount = 5.65 > ttable = 2.001 at a significance level of 5% with df = 59, then H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. So, it can be concluded that there is a significant effect of the application of problem-based learning model on critical thinking skills in science lessons of grade V elementary school students.

STEAM-Based Science Student Worksheets to Improve Elementary School Students' Scientific Literacy

2023-08-27T06:32:21+00:00

This research was motivated by students' low scientific literacy skills and learning that only used textbooks. It is hoped that STEAM-based student worksheets can be an alternative to improving students' scientific literacy skills. This research aims to analyze student worksheets that are valid, practical, and effective for enhancing students' scientific literacy skills. Research and development (R&D) research on the ADDIE (Analyze, Design, Develop, Implementation, Evaluation) development model. The research subjects were determined by simple random sampling of 62 fifth-grade elementary school students and 2 class teachers. Data was collected using valid and reliable interviews, questionnaires, and tested methods. Product validation test results show that Aiken's overall validity index is 0.802, which belongs to the very effective category. Valid STEAM-based student worksheets that integrate various scientific disciplines, namely science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics, contextually in one complete learning approach. Practicality is measured through STEAM-based learning, with an average implementation value of 4.91 teacher responses and 4.88 student responses in the practical category, implying that all learning activities can be completed effectively within the allotted time. The paired t-test for scientific literacy achievement produced a significance value of 0.020 < 0.05 with Sig. t-tail, meaning H_o is rejected. Based on the research results, the STEAM-based science worksheet developed is valid, practical, and effective in improving the scientific literacy skills of elementary school students.

The Impact of the Teaching at the Right Level Approach on Critical Reasoning in Mathematics Learning in Elementary Schools

2023-06-26T07:25:41+00:00

Education in schools currently has problems, especially in terms of adjusting students' ability levels. A unified approach that needs to be applied to this condition is the Teaching at the Right Level approach. So teaching at the right level means teaching given to students according to their level of ability. This research aims to analyze the influence of the Teaching at the Right Level approach on critical reasoning abilities in mathematics lessons for fourth grade elementary school students. This type of research uses quasi-experimental research. This research design is a non-equivalent control group design. The population of this study was 180 students. The sample in this research consisted of 71 students. The sample selection in this study used a cluster random sampling technique. Data on students' critical reasoning abilities in mathematics lessons was collected using an essay test method which was then analyzed using the t-test. The results of data analysis obtained tcount= 9.87, while at a significance level of 5% and dk 69 it was obtained ttable= 1.995 so that tcount= 9.87 was greater than ttable= 1.995, so Ho was rejected and Ha was accepted, which means there were differences in the groups of students being studied. Through the Teaching at the Right Level Approach with groups of students who are not taught using the Teaching at the Right Level Approach in fourth grade elementary school students.

Psycholinguistic Studies: Acquisition of Indonesian Phonology in Down Syndrome Children

2023-12-17T09:26:46+00:00

Language acquisition is a process that takes place in a child's brain when he acquires his first language or mother tongue which means language acquisition in relation to his first language. This study aims to determine the acquisition of Indonesian phonology in Down syndrome children in SLB E Negeri Pembina Medan. This study was conducted on 5 Down syndrome, age range of 6-9 years. This study also aims to describe cognitive development of them too. Blumstein's theory of speech changes is used to determine the change of speech sounds. Jacobson's theory is used to determine the acquisition of phonology Indonesian and Jean Piaget's theory is used to describe the language development of them. The method used is proficient and record. It was found that the five respondents in pronouncing several words there was a change in the sound of speech, namely sound Deletion (Omision), sound addition (Addition), and sound replacement (Substitution). They have also acquired some of the Indonesian vowel sounds [i], [ u], [e], [o] and [a]. They can produce several vowels sounds either at the beginning, middle or end words. There are some consonants that have been acquired Indonesian and there are some consonant sounds that have not been obtained, [w], [f]. [z], and [h]. The phonological development is the stage of holoprastic. Their chronological age is 6 to 9 years, but the age of language acquisition is equivalent to the age of two years.

From Struggle to Success: The Feynman Techniques' Revolutionary Impact on Slow Learners

2023-10-28T15:15:01+00:00

Feynman Techniques have proven to be a game-changer in the field of education. The Feynman Techniques, developed by physicist Richard Feynman, provide a unique and effective approach to learning complex subjects. By breaking down information into simple terms and teaching it to others, slow learners can enhance their understanding and retention of material. This study aims to analyze revolutionary impact of the Feynman Techniques on slow learners in their journey from struggle to success. This research uses the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method. The data collection stages in this research were carried out in search for and identify relevant data sources, carry out literature selection, and extract relevant data. This research uses thematic analysis methods to identify patterns, trends and main findings in the literature reviewed. This study found the principles behind the Feynman Techniques and highlights their practical application in educational settings. It also presents case studies and testimonials from slow learners who have experienced significant improvements in their academic performance and self-confidence after implementing these techniques. The findings suggest that the Feynman Techniques have the potential to revolutionize the way slow learners approach learning and achieve success.

Science, Environment, Technology, and Society Based Module to Improve Critical Thinking in Class IV Elementary School Learning

2023-08-01T15:38:16+00:00

The low ability of Indonesian students is related to the learning process (especially science learning) which does not fully provide opportunities for students to develop critical reasoning abilities. This research aims to create a SETS-based module to improve students' critical thinking. This research is a type of Research and Development (R&D) research, the development was carried out referring to Borg & Gall's theory. The population of this study was fourth grade elementary school students. The subjects in this research were determined using a purposive sampling technique and obtained 24 students. Data collection tools use valid and reliable test instruments. The analysis technique used is quantitative and qualitative analysis. The research results show that the module is in the very valid and practical category. Material experts received a score of 0.92, media experts 0.87, language experts 0.93 and pedagogy experts 0.93, overall, in the valid category. The results of the user response assessment from students were 96.4 and teacher practicality was 93.61, including the very practical category). Data uses N-Gain with a calculation result of 0.52. The conclusion shows that the SETS-based module developed is effective in improving elementary school students' critical thinking.

The Impact of Assessment in Jigsaw Cooperative Learning Method and Logical Thinking Ability on Biology Achievement by Controlling Students’ Prior Knowledge

2023-12-26T15:14:01+00:00

Biology teachers, particularly junior high teachers should be able to select appropriate teaching methods thus teaching materials that are communicated can be understood concretely and formally. This study aims to analyze the effect of assessment using jigsaw cooperative learning method and logical thinking ability on Biology achievement after controlling students’ prior knowledge. This study was conducted with design treatment by level 2 x 2. Through random sampling, it was decided 84 students as sample. All of requisite testing from two-way Ancova was fulfilled. The result of data analyzed with two-way Ancova, after controlling students’ prior knowledge showed that the students achievement in biology who took performance assessment was better than the students who took written assessments in cooperative learning method using jigsaw type; there was an interaction effect between assessment in cooperative learning method of jigsaw type and logical thinking ability toward the students achievement in biology; for those students who had high logical thinking ability were more compatible to take part in performance assessment in cooperative learning method using jigsaw type; and for the group of students who had lower logical thinking ability were more compatible to take written assessment in cooperative learning method of jigsaw type. Based on the conclusion of this study, it is suggested to biology teachers that the type of assessment applied in learning method, logical thinking, biology learning outcomes, and students’ prior knowledge should be taken into consideration in conducting learning process.

Improving Elementary Students Science Problem Solving Ability with HOTS-based LKPD

2023-05-27T12:22:41+00:00

One of the demands of 21^st century skills is the ability to think critically and problem solve. However, the implementation of science learning in elementary schools is still not optimal, indicated by the learning activites that is less student-oriented and has not stimulated students to think at a high level (HOTS). This study aims to develop HOTS-based LKPD. This type of research is development research using ADDIE modeling with five stages as follows analyze, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The subject of this research is HOTS-based LKPD products, the object of this research is the validity, practicality, and effectiveness of HOTS-based LKPD products. The test subjects involved 25 fifth grade students with problem solving skills who were used as test objects. The data collection method used a questionnaire. This study encompasses both qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques. The results stated that the HOTS-based LKPD that had been developed received a material expert validity score of 92.38% and a learning media expert validity score of 94.50%. The teacher response practicality score was 97.49%, the individual test student response score was 96.36%, the small group test student response score was 95.75% so that it was declared valid and practical with E quality. The effectiveness test using the t-test method obtained a Sig value of 0.000 < 0.05. So that HOTS-based LKPD is effective in improving science problem solving skills.