KOMPETENSI PEDAGOGIK GURU DAN PBL : DAMPAKNYA TERHADAP KETERAMPILAN BERPIKIR KRITIS DAN KREATIF SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR

Abstract

This research explores the impact of teacher pedagogical competence on the effectiveness of the project-based learning (PBL) model in improving primary school students' critical and creative thinking skills. Using a qualitative approach, data was collected through in-depth interviews with teachers, classroom observations, and analysis of related documents. The research results show that teachers who have good pedagogical competence can design and implement PBL effectively, thereby encouraging students' active involvement in the learning process. Conversely, a lack of knowledge and training about PBL can hinder the application of this method and reduce student learning outcomes. This research emphasizes the importance of continuous professional training programs for teachers to improve their competence. Thus, increasing teacher pedagogical competence is expected to produce students who not only have academic knowledge, but also the critical and creative thinking skills needed to face future challenges.