Model Problem Based Learning (PBL) Untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Siswa Dalam Pembelajaran Ips Di Sekolah Dasar

Abstract

The issue of low critical thinking skills of students in elementary school in Social Sciences (IPS) learning has become a major concern in the field of education. This problem arises students' critical thinking skills remain low, as learning is still teacher-centered and students are less actively involved in the learning process. This study aims to examine the problem based learning (PBL) learning model in an effort to improve students' critical thinking skills in social studies learning in elementary schools. The method used is a literature study with a descriptive qualitative approach. Data is collected through the analysis of various sources such as scientific journals, reference books, and previous research results relevant to the topic. The results of the study show that critical thinking skills can be improved through problem-based learning (PBL) encouraging students to play a more active role in the learning process by participating in identifying problems, seeking information, discussing, and concluding findings independently. Problem-based learning (PBL) can create an active, collaborative, and contextual learning atmosphere. The results of this study conclude that the problem based learning (PBL) model is effective in improving students' critical thinking skills, but this model requires training and mentoring so that teachers can implement it optimally.