The Development of Pragmatics Learning Tools to Improve Critical Thinking Skills

Abstract

Abstract-The research development in the first stage was aimed at arranging prototype of Pragmatics learning tools oriented problem-based learning model which could improve understading concept and students' ability to think logically and critically. The subject of this study were both Ganesha University of Education, Undiksha lecturers and the students of Indonesian Language and Literature Study Program in the 4 th semester. The research method used was descriptive qualitative method that compraised the fourth semester students and lecturer in Indonesian Language and Literature Study Program at Ganesha University of Education as the subject of the study. The data were collected through questionnaire, interview and document study. The result of this research showed that learning tool which was required by lecturers and students in Pragmatics learning course including syllabus, lesson plan, textbooks, media and assessment oriented on contextual and actual political social problem became the polemics in social life.

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