The Effectiveness of the Comic-Based Problem-Based Learning Model on Students' Critical Thinking Skills

Abstrak

This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model using digital comics in developing students' critical thinking skills. The method applied in this study is quasi-experimental with a nonequivalent control group design. The research sample consisted of 11th grade students majoring in economics at SMA Negeri 1 Jogonalan, who were randomly divided into two groups: an experimental group that used PBL with the help of digital comics, and a control group that only used conventional learning models. The study showed that there was a significant difference in the improvement of critical thinking skills between the experimental group and the control group, with the experimental group showing a higher improvement. These findings indicate that the application of PBL assisted by digital comics is effective in improving students' critical thinking skills. Therefore, this learning model can be considered as an innovative alternative in improving the quality of learning and developing students' critical thinking skills in schools.