PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN KOOPERATIF TIPE STAD T E R I N T E G R A S I K U I S BE R B A S I S WORDWALL TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN BERPIKIR KRITIS

Abstract

The Effect of the STAD Cooperative Learning Model Integrated with Wordwall- Based Quizzes on Students’ Critical Thinking Skills at MTs Ar-Rahman. This study aims to determine the effect of the Student Teams Achievement Divisions (STAD) cooperative learning model integrated with Wordwall-based quizzes on the critical thinking skills of eighth-grade students. The background of this study stems from the low critical thinking ability of students in science learning, which is still dominated by conventional methods. The research employed a quantitative approach using a quasi-experimental method with a Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The sample consisted of two classes: class VIII-A as the experimental group and class VIII-B as the control group, each with 30 students. The experimental group received STAD learning integrated with Wordwall, while the control group used conventional methods. Data were collected through pre- tests and post-tests using essay items based on Ennis’s critical thinking indicators. The results showed an increase in test scores in both classes, with the experimental group showing a higher gain (average increase of 45.5 points) compared to the control group (39.1 points). The N-Gain score for the experimental group was 75.95% and 66.08% for the control group, both classified as “moderately effective.” Paired sample t-tests showed significant differences (p < 0.05) in both groups, and further analysis confirmed that the STAD model integrated with Wordwall was more effective in enhancing students’ critical thinking. The findings suggest that combining collaborative approaches with interactive digital media can foster an engaging learning environment and develop 21st-century skills. Therefore, this model is recommended for broader implementation.