MODEL PEMBELAJARAN BERBASIS PROYEK UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KREATIVITAS DAN KEMANDIRIAN BELAJAR SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR

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Abstract

Education plays a crucial role in developing creativity and independence in elementary school students and encompasses critical thinking, innovation, and responsibility in the learning process. This study analyzes how project-based learning (PjBL) fosters creativity and independence in elementary school students. The research method used is descriptive-qualitative and is based on a literature review of various relevant sources from Google Scholar. The results show that PjBL is a student-centered learning model with six main phases: formulating key questions, planning projects, developing schedules, monitoring implementation, reviewing results, and conducting reflection and evaluation. This model has been proven to encourage student creativity through direct experience, group work, and problem-solving processes that stimulate divergent thinking and produce original ideas and products. Furthermore, PjBL strengthens student learning independence through planning, decision-making, and responsibility for learning outcomes. Analysis of various studies shows that PjBL not only improves conceptual understanding but also develops 21st-century skills such as collaboration, communication, and innovation. Thus, the implementation of the PjBL model effectively contributes to producing creative and independent students who are ready to face future global challenges.