Does Problem-Based Learning Improve Problem Solving Skills?—A Study among Business Undergraduates at Malaysian Premier Technical University

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 166 ◽  
Author(s):  
Z. Abdul Kadir ◽  
N. H. Abdullah ◽  
E. Anthony ◽  
B. Mohd Salleh ◽  
R. Kamarulzaman
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Technical University ◽  
Conventional Classroom ◽  
Management Students ◽  
Business Undergraduates ◽  
Experimental Group

<p class="apa">Problem-based Learning (PBL) approach has been widely used in various disciplines since it is claimed to improve students’ soft skills. However, empirical supports on the effect of PBL on problem solving skills have been lacking and anecdotal in nature. This study aimed to determine the effect of PBL approach on students’ problem solving skills using a quasi-experimental non-equivalent group pretest–posttest design. Fifty management students from a premier Technical University in Malaysia were assigned to experimental and control groups. In the experimental group, students were given four problems to be solved and their solutions of the problems given were assessed in terms of their accuracy and quality. Students in the control group received conventional classroom instructional design. Results indicate that students in the experimental group have better problem solving skills (<em>z</em>: -4.220, <em>p</em>: 0.001 for accuracy and <em>z</em>: -2.594, <em>p</em>: 0.009 for quality) compared to those who were not exposed to the PBL approach. This finding substantiates the use of PBL as an effective instructional tool to improve students’ problem solving abilities.</p>

Jigsaw Approach in Cooperative Learning: Its Effect in Problem Solving Skills for Physics

10.17158/222 ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Renan P. Limjuco ◽  
Ma. Teresa M. Gravino
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Cooperative Learning ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
School Year ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Experimental Group

This study was conducted to determine whether or not the jigsaw approach as a cooperative learning strategy can significantly improve the problem solving skills in physics of the First Year Pharmacy students of the University of the Immaculate Conception for School Year 2011-2012. The researchers used the quasi-experimental design and purposively chose one class with forty students to compose the experimental group and another class of the same size to form the control group. The students from the experimental group were supervised through the jigsaw approach for three weeks as they studied Newton’s 2nd Law of Motion. The test scores from the 50-multiple choice-item Physics Questionnaire (α = 0.90) were the data used in the study. Frequency count, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and t-test were the statistical tools employed in the analyses of the data. Findings of the study revealed that the problem solving skills in physics of the Pharmacy students were significantly improved by the jigsaw approach. The researchers also employed a focus group discussion for the triangulation of the method which validated that students who were subjected to jigsaw approach became more proficient, responsible, facilitative, and approachable as learners. The students felt that they needed to study not only for themselves but also for their group mates.

scholarly journals TACTIC FULFILLMENTS OF THREE CORRELATIONS FOR PROBLEM-SOLVING MAPS AND ANIMATED PRESENTATIONS TO ASSESS STUDENTS’ STOICHIOMETRY PERFORMANCES

2017 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. 733-745
Author(s):  
King-Dow Su
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Experimental Approach ◽  
Achievement Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Learning Groups ◽  
Test Items ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Case Based

This research focuses on students’ tactic assessments of 3 correlations with illustrated 2-step strategic map and animated presentations in stoichiometry. The participants were divided into 2 learning groups: the experimental and the control group by quasi-experimental approach. Most of all, experimental group participants have been contingent on critical performances of thinking capabilities in accordance with tactic fulfillments of 3 correlations helpfully. In contrast with statistic findings of post-tests, experimental group participants get more formulated goals of individual learning in answering 5 algorithmic and conceptual pairs of achievement test items than those of control group participants. Students’ shift of reasoning from model-based to case-based requires them to explore an effective mental cognition and responses for full-fledged performances of problem-solving skills. After tactic fulfillments for 3 study objectives of visualized developments, experimental group participants have upgraded a distinct learning accumulation and project-based feedback at their best learning performances. Key words: problem-solving, stoichiometry, three correlations, tactic fulfillments.

scholarly journals Pengaruh Problem Based Learning Dan Motivasi Berprestasi Terhadap Kemampuan Pemecahan Masalah

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Miftahus Surur ◽  
Tartilla Tartilla
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Achievement Motivation ◽  
Univariate Analysis ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Final Conclusion ◽  
Low Achievement ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Quasi Experimental

This study aims to examine students' problem solving abilities in mathematics with different achievement motivation between those taught through problem based learning and discussion. The design of this study uses quasi-experimental forms of Non-equivalent Control Group Design. The experimental group from this study was given PBL treatment, while the control group was treated with the discussion method. The data of this study were analyzed by the Univariate Analysis of Variance technique. The results showed that (1) there was a significant effect between PBL models and discussion models on students 'problem solving abilities, (2) there was a significant effect between students with high and low achievement motivation on students' problem solving abilities, (3) there were interactions between PBL models, achievement motivation and student problem solving abilities. So that it can be concluded that students who learn with the PBL model have a better ability to solve problems than students who learn with a discussion model. Students with high achievement motivation have better problem solving skills than students with low achievement motivation. The final conclusion is that students' problem solving abilities can be achieved well if they pay attention to both variables at once, namely the model and achievement motivation.  

scholarly journals Keefektifan Blended - Problem Based Learning terhadap Pemecahan Masalah pada Materi Ekologi

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (5) ◽  
pp. 640
Author(s):  
Elok Dyah Pitaloka ◽  
Slamet Suyanto
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Experimental Research ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
T Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Scientific Approach ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Biology Learning ◽  
And Control

<p><strong>Abstract:</strong> Biology learning must utilize technology and direct students to have problem solving skills, so that learning innovations are blended-problem based learning. This study aims to look at the effectiveness of blended-problem based learning on problem solving, when compared to learning that applies the scientific approach (5M). This study categorized as quasi-experimental research, using the design of the pretest-posttest control group. The independent t-test obtained the sig value. 0.00 &lt;0.05, so that it can be interpreted that the posttest value of the executive class and control is significantly different. N-Gain score testing was obtained from the 0.70 high category experimental class, while 0.298 for the low category control class. Based on these data, blended-problem based learning can be said to be effective against solving ecological chapter problems.</p><strong>Abstrak:</strong> Pembelajaran Biologi harus memanfaatkan teknologi dan mengarahkan peserta didik memiliki kemampuan pemecahan masalah sehingga memunculkan inovasi pembelajaran <em>blended-problem based learning. </em>Penelitian ini bertujuan melihat keefektifan <em>blended-problem based learning </em>pada pemecahan masalah, jika dibandingkan pembelajaran yang menerapkan pendekatan <em>saintifik </em>(5M). Penelitian ini dikategorikan penelitian eksperimen semu menggunakan desain <em>pretest-posttest control group. </em>Uji <em>independent t-test </em>memperoleh nilai sig. 0,00&lt;0,05, sehingga dapat diartikan nilai <em>posttest </em>kelas ekseprimen dan kontrol berbeda signinifikan. Pengujian N-Gain <em>score </em>diperoleh reratal kelas ekspeimen 0,70 kategori tinggi, sedangkan 0,298 untuk kelas kontrol kategori rendah. Berdasarkan data tersebut, <em>blended-problem based learning </em>dapat dikatakan efektif terhadap pemecahan masalah bab ekologi.

scholarly journals STRENGTHENING STRATEGIC APPLICATIONS OF PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS FOR TAIWAN STUDENTS’ CHEMISTRY UNDERSTANDING

2016 ◽  
Vol 15 (6) ◽  
pp. 662-679
Author(s):  
King-Dow Su
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Conceptual Understanding ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Learning Groups ◽  
Gas Chemistry ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Algorithmic Learning ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Learning Performances

This study better research aimed at strategic applications for exploring students’ learning performances with conceptual understanding and algorithmic proficiency by problem-solving maps and six major learning activities. A quasi-experimental method was employed to detect the outcomes of students’ compared intervention, together with two learning groups, the experimental group and control group. All results demonstrated that the experimental group students who used the strategic applications showed better learning performances than those of the control group students. The experimental group students with more cognitive competency presented significant achievements and larger effect sizes after their two module executions of gas chemistry program. Moreover, these demonstrations were predominated with students’ conceptual and algorithmic learning developments in chemistry. The experimental group students witnessed a new advancement of self-performed modules to promote their feedback and intelligent analyses. Key words: algorithmic proficiency, conceptual understanding, gas chemistry, problem-solving.

scholarly journals PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING: ITS EFFECTS ON STUDENTS’ ABILITY IN WRITING EXPOSITORY ESSAYS

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-27
Author(s):  
Ms Jumariati ◽  
◽  
Rizky Amelia ◽  
Eka Puteri Elyani ◽  
Tofan Mahendra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Problem Based Learning ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Problem Solution ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Expository Essays

Having the ability to think critically is prominent to aid students in dealing with academic life, filtering any information, and solving problems. This study investigates the effects of Problem-Based Learning on students’ ability in writing expository essays. It employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design by utilizing intact classes of advanced writing. The study utilized a writing test and a scoring rubric as the instruments to collect the data. The experimental group was taught by using PBL with group works whereas the control group was taught by using individual guided problem-solving. The findings on the t-test conveyed that the null hypothesis is rejected. Hence, there is a significant difference in the mean score of the students in the experimental group and those in the control group. Moreover, the analysis of each component of writing revealed that the implementation of PBL gives a significant effect on the components of content and organization. Hence, small group discussion for problem-solving tasks is recommended to develop students’ critical thinking skills, social skills, and writing skills particularly in writing expository essays of problem-solution.

scholarly journals Children’s problem solving skills: Does Drama Based Storytelling Method work?

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-57
Author(s):  
Gökhan Kayılı ◽  
Zeynep Erdal
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Education Program ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Preschool Education ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Quantitative Research Methods ◽  
National Education ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Experimental Group

In this research, it was aimed to investigate The Effect Of Problem Solving Training Provided By The Drama Based Storytelling Method on the problem solving skills of five-year-old children. The research is designed according to quasi-experimental model which is one of the quantitative research methods. In the research, semi-experimental design with pretest-posttest control group was used. A total of 40 children, including 20 children in the experimental group and 20 children in the control group, were included in the research. In addition to the Turkey Ministry of National Education Preschool Education Program, children who constitute the experimental group have been given problem solving training with The Drama Based Storytelling Method for a total of 7 weeks, 2 days a week and 1 hour. The children in the control group were not included in this education, but continued their daily education programs only using the Ministry of Education Preschool Education Program currently implemented. The problem solving skills of the children participating in the research were evaluated with The Scale of Problem Solving Skills. The test were applied to children before and after the intervention period; In addition, it was reapplied to the experimental group after 2 weeks. As a result of the research, it can be said that the problem-solving education provided with The Drama Based Storytelling Method, which is implemented in integration with the Ministry of National Education Preschool Education Program, has contributed positively to the problem-solving skills of five-year-old children.

Pembelajaran Matematika dengan Model Search, Solve, Create and Share (SSCS) di MAN 1 Muara Labuh

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 200-210
Author(s):  
Rivdya Eliza ◽  
Fitri Aulia
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Hypothesis Test ◽  
Mathematical Problem ◽  
Learning Model ◽  
Learning Activity ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Learning Models ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Model Search ◽  
Quasi Experimental

The purpose of this research are: 1) to know the learning activity of learners mathematics which is taught by Search, Solve, Create, and Share (SSCS), and 2) model to know the ability of problem solving of mathematics learners who taught by SSCS learning model in the class XI MIA MAN 1 Muara Labuh academic year 2016/2017. This research belongs to a kind of quasi-experimental research with randomized control group only design. In this study design, a group of subjects taken from a particular population were randomly assigned into two groups, the experimental group and the control group. After analyzing the data, it is known that the learning activity of the students after applying the SSCS learning model has improved towards the better from the first meeting to the fifth meeting, ie 35%, 45%, 55%, 68%, 77%. Based on the hypothesis test obtained ttable = 1.645 and tcount = 2.598 so obtained (2.598> 1.645) at 95% confidence interval. Because tcount > ttable then hypothesis in this research accepted. Thus, students 'math-problem-solving skills taught by SSCS learning models are higher than the students' uneducated mathematical problem-solving skills with SSCS learning modelsKeywords: Problem solving abilities, search, solve, sreate and share (SSCS) learning models

The Implementation of Learning Materials Based on Local Wisdom of Agricultural in Binjai to Improve the Students Problem Solving Abilities

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nur Tsalits Fahman Mughni
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Control Group ◽  
School Grade ◽  
Teaching Materials ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Equivalent Control ◽  
The Subject ◽  
And Control ◽  
Experimental Group

Teaching materials by integrating local culture makes easier for students to understand the subject matter in the learning process. The aims of the study is to measure the effectiveness of teaching materials based on local wisdom of agriculture in Binjai in improving the students problem solving abilities. The research method was a quasi experimental which use non equivalent control group in the pretest posttest design. The sample of study were students of Senior High School grade X in Binjai that consisted of experiment group which used teaching materials based on local wisdom of agriculture in Binjai and control group that used student handbooks. Teaching materials are tested by material experts and technology experts to ensure the quality of teaching materials. Data collection was conducted through test. The results showed that the teaching materials based on local wisdom of agriculture in Binjai effective in improving students problem solving abilities in the experimental group students based on the results of N gain value was 0.67 which has medium criteria. It means teaching materials based on agricultural local wisdom of agriculture in Binjai can be used as one of the teaching materials in learning activities.

scholarly journals The Effect of Music Therapy on Problem-Solving Skills

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 169
Author(s):  
Zeinab Sirous Jahedi ◽  
Nasser Amini Khoi
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Music Therapy ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Statistical Population ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
And Control ◽  
The Impact

<p>The aim of the present research was study of the impact of music therapy on problem-solving skills of 4 to 6 years old children in Tehran. This research was a quasi-experimental study with pretest-posttest control group. The statistical population was all 4 to 6 years old children in region 2 of Tehran. Using the random sampling method, the study sample was chosen in two experiment (15 individuals) and control (15 individuals) groups.   The experiment group received 12 sessions of music therapy and the control group was waiting for treatment meanwhile. To evaluate the problem-solving skill in children, the three subscales of Wechsler’s Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence (WPPSI) were used, including: mazes, cubes and arithmetic.  Analysis of data obtained from the questionnaires was conducted in two parts of descriptive and inferential. The data analysis indicated the significant increase of problem-solving average score of the experiment group compared to the control group.</p>

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