Innovating STEM Education: The Role of a Digital Biotechnology Textbook in Fostering Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving in Industrial Agriculture-Based Schools

Authors

  • Zahra Alifia Anindita Putri Universitas Jember
  • Bea Hana Siswati University of Jember
  • Bintang Tata Paramita Universitas Jember
  • Eva Yuniar Universitas Jember

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26555/joubins.v4i2.14621

Keywords:

STEM, Digital Textbooks, Industrial Agriculture, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the effect of a STEM-based digital biotechnology textbook on the critical thinking and problem-solving skills of high school students in an industrial agriculture area. Using a quasi-experimental design with 74 students at SMAN 1 Dringu, Probolinggo, data were collected through validated pretests and posttests and analyzed using T-test. Results revealed significant improvements in both critical thinking (Sig. = 0.008) and problem-solving (Sig. = 0.000) skills in the experimental group. The findings suggest that STEM-based digital textbooks can serve as effective alternative learning resources for enhancing higher-order thinking skills in biotechnology education.

 

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Published

2024-12-30

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024)

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