The influence of problem based learning with e-modules on students' critical thinking skills

Masyhuri; S. Utaminingsih; W. Shokib

doi:10.53797/icccmjssh.v5i4.7.2026

Authors

Masyhuri University of Muria Kudus, Indonesia
S. Utaminingsih University of Muria Kudus, Indonesia
W. Shokib University of Muria Kudus, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53797/icccmjssh.v5i4.7.2026

Keywords:

problem based learning, e-module, critical thinking skills

Abstract

The purpose of reserch is to analyze the effect of the problem based learning (PBL) model assisted by E Module on the critical thinking skills of fourth grade elementary school students in Bonang District. Problem based learning is a learning model that presents problems as a stimulus in learning, which encourages students to identify, find solutions, and reflect on their learning process. The reserch is an experimental research with a quasi-experimental design approach using the pretest-posttest group design method. The population of this study was 196 students from grade IV at SD Gugus Patiunus, Bonang District, Demak Regency. The research sample consisted of 61 students consisting of 35 students from SDN Jatimulyo and 26 students from SDN Tlogoboyo with purpose sampling technique. Data collection technique was observation, documentation and test. The research instrument was essay questions. Data analysis used data description, prerequisite test including normality test and homogeneity test, hypothesis test (independent sample t test and normalized gain). The results of the study showed the influence of problem based learning model assisted by e-module on the critical thinking skills of grade IV students. Based on the results of t count> t table or or 8.960> 2.00247 and the value of ngain in the effective category: In conclusion, there is an influence of problem based learning model assisted by e-module on the critical thinking skills of grade IV students in science lessons on the material of style.

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