The effect of problem-based learning integrated individual rotation route on islamic character and critical thinking ability

Entering the 21st century the quality of human resources is
focused on critical thinking because they are able to compete
in the era of globalization, which is developing so fast, as well
as human resources who have good character. To improve
critical thinking skills, the learning model must be active,
innovative, and creative. This quantitative study aims to see
the effect of the Individual Rotation Route learning model
based on Problem Based Learning in improving students'
critical thinking skills and Islamic character. The design of this
study used a Quasi Experiment with Pre-test Post-tests NonEquivalent Control Group design which involved 2 classes,
each consisting of 20 students of class VII SMP Aisyiyah 3
Malang, Indonesia. Critical thinking ability is measured using
critical thinking rubrics and Islamic character is measured
using character success indicators. Collecting data using pretest, post-test, assignment, and observation. In analyzing the
data on students' critical thinking skills, the One-Way ANCOVA
test and the One-Way ANOVA Islamic character test were
used. The results of this study indicate that there is a
significant change after being given the Individual Rotation
Route learning model based on Problem Based Learning on
students' critical thinking skills and has an effect on students'
Islamic character because students are actively involved in the
learning process.