Effectiveness of Problem-Based Learning Combined with Computer Simulation on Students’ Problem-Solving and Creative Thinking Skills

Simanjuntak, Mariati Purnama and Hutahaean, Juniar and Marpaung, Nurliana and Ramadhani, Dewi (2021) Effectiveness of Problem-Based Learning Combined with Computer Simulation on Students’ Problem-Solving and Creative Thinking Skills. International Journal of Instruction, 14 (3). pp. 519-534. ISSN 1694-609X; 1308-1470

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Abstract

This study is aimed to investigate the effectiveness of problem-based learning combined with simulation on students’ problem-solving and creative thinking
skills. By employing a quasi-experimental design, this study used essay and problem-based tests as the instruments to evaluate problem-solving and creative
thinking skills of 192 students. These students were categorized into three groups: experimental group I (n = 68) receiving instruction using problem-based learning
combined with simulation, experimental group II (n = 60) receiving instruction with problem-based learning only, and control group (n = 64) receiving instruction
with a conventional method. Using a multivariate analysis of covariance, the results revealed that problem-solving and creative thinking skills taught by problem-based learning combined with simulation were significantly improved as compared to those in experimental group II and control group. In addition, a positive relationship was identified between students’ problem-solving skills and their creative thinking skills. Ultimately, this study shows that instruction using problem-based learning combined with simulation method is much more effective
than using either problem-based learning only or a conventional teaching method.

Item Type: Article
Keywords: simulation; creative thinking; problem-solving; problem-based learning; skill
Subjects: L Education > LB Theory and practice of education
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1603 Secondary Education. High schools
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education > LB2361 Curriculum
Q Science > QC Physics
Divisions: Fakultas Matematika dan Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam > Pendidikan Fisika
Depositing User: Mrs Catur Dedek Khadijah
Date Deposited: 07 Sep 2021 10:44
Last Modified: 21 Dec 2021 08:28
URI: https://digilib.unimed.ac.id/id/eprint/43190

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