PENERAPAN TEORI BELAJAR KOGNITIF BERBASIS PROJEK BASED LEARNING (PBL) DALAM PROSES PEMBELAJARAN BILANGAN CACAH KELAS III SD NEGERI 004 LONG KALI

Abstract

One of the fundamental topics in mathematics taught in third grade of elementary

school is whole numbers, which serve as an essential foundation for understanding

counting concepts, arithmetic operations, and solving everyday problems. This

study aims to describe the application of cognitive learning theory in the teaching

process of whole numbers in the third grade of SD Negeri 004 Long Kali. The

research uses a qualitative approach with respondents consisting of teachers,

students, and the school principal. Respondents were selected using purposive

sampling based on the research objectives. Snowball sampling occurred through

the involvement of participants in line with the selected respondents. The research

procedure began with the researcher designing instruments and learning tools

based on the application of cognitive learning theory in the teaching of whole

numbers, and the research was conducted using interviews and observations. Data

analysis was carried out by drawing preliminary and final conclusions throughout

the interview process. The research findings show that the teacher respondent had

prepared, implemented, and evaluated student engagement and understanding by

applying cognitive learning theory in the teaching process of whole numbers.

Student respondents had prepared for, participated in, and completed group

assignments, and the principal respondent had facilitated the preparation,

implementation, and evaluation stages.