Problem-Based Learning in Remote Learning Scenario Utilizing Climate Change Virtual Reality Video in Mobile Application to Train Critical Thinking

Abstract

The imperative to address climate change in educational curricula stems from its profound implications for the sustainability of human life. A crucial aspect of this education is fostering critical thinking (CT) in students, as they form their perspectives on climate change. Traditional teaching approaches alone have proven inadequate in developing students' CT concerning this complex issue, particularly when learning remotely. To address this challenge, students must be actively engaged with the realities of climate change. In response to this need, the current study aimed to apply the problem-based learning (PBL) in remote learning scenario utilizing climate change virtual reality (VR) video in mobile application to train students’ CT skills. Utilizing a mixed method approach, the study involved 86 high school students, divided evenly between experimental and control groups, using a 'true experimental design' to quantify CT skill improvements. Complementing the quantitative data, the study also conducted semi-structured interviews with teachers participating in the interventions, providing valuable insights into their responses to the learning methods. The instruments used to measure students' CT skills were carefully validated for psychometric properties (validity and reliability). The study's overall findings indicate that the PBL approach integrated with climate change VR videos in mobile applications effectively enhances students' critical thinking skills, surpassing the outcomes of traditional teaching methods. Moreover, the feedback received from teachers who took part in the teaching interventions was overwhelmingly positive, reinforcing the efficacy of the learning approach. This research highlights the significance of implementing PBL and VR experiences to cultivate CT among students, particularly in the context of climate change education.

Analisis Kebutuhan Pengembangan Media Virtual Reality Sistem Pencernaan untuk Meningkatkan Berpikir Kritis Kelas V SD

“…Virtual Reality merupakan salah satu bagian dari media digital. Penggunaan dari media Virtual Reality mampu menstimulus kemampuan berpikir kritis (Alifteria et al, 2023;Aliyu et al, 2023). Media Virtual Reality mempunyai tampilan menarik dan dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar peserta didik (Sukaryawan et al, 2019)…”

Enhancing Critical Thinking through Ethnoscience-Integrated Problem-Based Learning: A Comparative Study in Secondary Education

“…However, the process of nurturing critical thinkers is intricate and demands a strategic educational framework. It is widely recognized that critical thinking skills do not develop overnight; they require careful cultivation through specific educational practices (Aliyu et al, 2023;Bilad, Doyan, et al, 2022). Unfortunately, current science education often overlooks the critical component of socio-cultural context, leading to a gap in students' ability to apply scientific concepts in real-life situations.…”

“…Test, with a modified scoring scale. The critical thinking criteria ranged from non-critical to highly critical (Aliyu et al, 2023). Data on students' critical thinking skills were analyzed descriptively and statistically.…”

“…The recent study illuminates the profound effect that integrating ethnoscience into a problem-based learning (PBL) framework has on enhancing students' critical thinking capabilities. PBL, recognized for its student-centric approach, stimulates active participation, teamwork, and problem-solving initiatives (Aliyu et al, 2023). Meanwhile, ethnoscience enriches the curriculum by embedding cultural knowledge, thereby amplifying the relevance of the context in which learning occurs (Koirala, 2023).…”