Developing a problem-based learning module "Lingkungan Sahabat Kita" for thematic learning to improve fifth-grade students' critical thinking

Abstract

The aim of this study was to develop a thematic learning module for our friend’s environment based on problem based learning that is valid, practical and effective in improving students' critical thinking. The type of research and development used refers to the R&D theory of Borg and Gall. The population of this research was Dewi Sartika Group, Bandar Mataram District, Central Lampung with the target of 6 class educators. The sample of this study was 24 students in class VA and 24 students in VB at SDN 1 Sriwijaya Sub-district who were selected through purposive sampling technique. Data collection techniques in the form of observation, questionnaires, and tests. Data analysis used quantitative descriptive and quantitative analysis. Then quantitative analysis with t test and proportion test to test the effectiveness. The results of this study indicated that thematic teaching materials based on problem based learning models developed using Borg and Gall's R&D steps of thematic learning for fifth graders of Elementary School. Theme 1 with sub-theme 2 were feasible and effective in improving students' critical thinking.