PENERAPAN MODEL PROBLEM BASED LEARNING UNTUK MENGETAHUI GAMBARAN KEMAMPUAN BERPIKIR KRITIS SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR

Abstract

The ability to think critically is one of the skills that is needed in the era of the industrial revolution 4.0. In this study the authors focused on the application of problem-based learning models to social education material on the meaning of the Proclamation of Independence for class VI SDS YAK (Family Charity Foundation) Parongpong District, West Bandung Regency. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of applying the problem based learning model on the ability to think critically about the meaning of the Proclamation of Independence. This research is motivated by the lack of critical thinking skills in grade VI elementary school students. This is due to a lack of interest in the material being explained and also a lack of teacher creativity in using or applying media and learning models. Based on these circumstances the author took initiative steps or can also be called a solution to overcome these problems, namely by using or implementing a problem-based learning model (PBL) or what is commonly called problem-based learning. By applying the problem based learning model, it is hoped that it can improve the thinking skills of grade VI elementary school students. The research method used is a qualitative research method. The sample used in this study was class VI SDS YAK students. Data processing techniques are qualitative data in the form of observations, interviews and questionnaires which are carried out systematically through the elaboration of categorical data and synthesis.