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

Title:
Effectiveness of Problem-Based Learning Combined with Computer Simulation on Students' Problem-Solving and Creative Thinking Skills
Language:
English
Authors:
Simanjuntak, Mariati Purnama, Hutahaean, Juniar, Marpaung, Nurliana, Ramadhani, Dewi
Source:
International Journal of Instruction. Jul 2021 14(3):519-534.
Availability:
Gate Association for Teaching and Education. e-mail: iji@ogu.edu.tr; Web site: http://e-iji.net/
Peer Reviewed:
Y
Page Count:
16
Publication Date:
2021
Document Type:
Fachzeitschrift Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
Education Level:
High Schools
Secondary Education
Grade 10
Descriptors:
Problem Based Learning, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Computer Simulation, Program Effectiveness, Teaching Methods, Foreign Countries, High School Students, Grade 10, Physics, Science Instruction, Instructional Effectiveness
Geographic Terms:
Indonesia
ISSN:
1694-609X
Entry Date:
2021
Accession Number:
EJ1304603
Database:
ERIC

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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.

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