Using Project-Based Learning (PBL) to Students’ Creativity and Support Understanding of Japanese Literature

Abstract

This study aims to determine the influence of using Project-Based Learning (PBL) on students' creativity in making videos about the Noh and understanding of Japanese literature. Noh is a Japanese theatrical art form that has been handed down through generations and been labeled one of the world oldest performing arts. Noh is a total art form comprised of drama, music and dance elements. This is a qualitative research study with the following stages: (1) determining the project, (2) project steps planning, (3) schedule preparation, (4) the monitoring, and (5) Reports Preparation and Presentation. The sample of this research including 20 Japanese students in Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia. The instrument chosen for research included interviews and class observations. The results demonstrated using PBL can support students' understanding regarding Japanese literature in particular NOH drama and student creativity in the use of computer technology and problem solving when made Noh drama videos. In addition, by implementing PBL can increase student motivation when learning Japanese Literature courses are fun. It is highly expected that the study contributes knowledge about literature, learning models at the University, especially learning Japanese literature.