EFFECTIVENESS OF PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING MODEL IN IMPROVING CRITICAL THINKING AND INFORMATION LITERACY OF STUDENTS OF THE WEST BANDUNG LEARNING ACTIVITY STUDY CENTER (SKB)
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https://doi.org/10.22460/empowerment.v15i1.7146Keywords:
Problem-Based Learning Model, Critical Thinking, Information Literacy, Learning Activity CenterAbstract
This study aims to analyze the implementation process, effectiveness, and supporting and inhibiting factors of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model in improving the critical thinking and information literacy skills of Package C students at the Learning Activity Center (SKB) in West Bandung Regency. The study used a mixed methods approach with an exploratory sequential design and involved 25 students. Data collection techniques included observation, interviews, and pretest-posttest tests. The results showed that PBL implementation was carried out in stages, from preparation to presentation of ideas, which encouraged students to actively analyze real problems, search for and evaluate information, and develop logical solutions. Descriptive analysis showed an increase in the average score from 61.48 on the pretest to 84.12 on the posttest. The paired sample t-test yielded a significance value of 0.000 with an average N-Gain of 0.57 (moderate category). Supporting factors included institutional support, educator competence, infrastructure, and student collaboration, while inhibiting factors included time constraints, media, differences in abilities, and problem complexity. This study confirms that PBL is effective when supported by optimal learning management.
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