Development of Project-Based and Deep Learning-Based Student Worksheets in Basic Biology to Improve

Students' Critical Thinking Skills

Resma Wahyuni1, Nursal2, Irda Sayuti3, Nadia Ramona4

1,2,3 Biology Education Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Riau

4 History Education Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Riau

lncs@springer.com

Abstract. This research addresses the urgent need to enhance college students' critical thinking skills in conventional Basic Biology courses. The Project-Based Learning (PjBL) approach is proven effective in developing higher-order thinking skills. Furthermore, integrating Deep Learning into biology education can strengthen students' critical thinking by encouraging them to connect biological concepts in depth and apply them in real-world contexts. This study aims to develop a Basic Biology student worksheet that integrates a Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model with a Deep Learning approach. The goal is to make learning more applicable, meaningful, and reflective, thus equipping students with critical thinking skills. The research is a type of Research and Development (R&D) study, utilizing the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation), a systematic design framework. The primary data collection instruments were expert validation sheets, student response questionnaires, practicality sheets, and effectiveness tests. The research sample consisted of 40 students enrolled in a Basic Biology course. The results indicate that the Deep-PjBL student worksheet is categorized as Valid, Practical, and Effective. Therefore, it can be used in biology education to enhance students' critical thinking skills.

Keywords: Student Worksheet, Basic Biology, Project Based Learning, Deep Learning; Berpikir Kritis, Critical Thinking Skills

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