Abstract
Purpose of the Study- The purpose of this study was to assess the level of HOTS among students through STEM integration in Project-Based Learning (PBP) by using the conceptual framework and development modules of HOTS. Design/methodology/approach-A total of 4 teachers and 12Year 6 students from SK Methodist, Kapit were selected to participate in this study. Research data were collected through Action Research method using structured interview instrument, questionnaire form, also via pre and post test. Findings- The findings of needs analysis for the module have shown that the teachers thought that the HOTS development module should be developed by taking into account various learning strategies and using learning methods through STEM in Project Based Learning. Descriptive findings indicated that the need for students to use modules to improve HOTS is high. The t-test done to compare students’ achievement from pre- and post-test has shown significant differences in pre-test scores. The post-test scores have proven that STEM integration learning methods through Project-Based Learning can improve students’ HOTS. Authenticity/value- The results of this study are expected to help Science teachers to improve teaching practices to improve students' HOTS by using STEM integration learning methods in project-based learning. In addition, through the HOTS module developed, it is hoped to help students to improve HOTS in Science subjects and also to increase the knowledge of Science teachers in integrating STEM in project -based learning to improve students' HOTS in Science subjects. The results of this study can also be used as a guide by the MOE in designing a curriculum that can improve students' HOTS through the integration of STEM in Project- Based Learning.
Highlights
Education plays a very important role in developing the economy and the development of the country
After the interview recordings were transcribed, the data were categorized into themes based on semi -structured questions and analyzed to produce the following themes: A) Strategies and methods in science teaching are diversified to improve Higher Order Thinking Skills All four respondents agreed that variety of strategies and methods in teaching sciences can help improve students HOTS understanding of the concepts of science being learned
This study proves that students HOTS can be improved through the integration of STEM in project based learning
Summary
Education plays a very important role in developing the economy and the development of the country. The determinant of a country's success in facing global economic competition today depends on the skills, knowledge and competencies possessed by the community (Ministry of Education Malaysia, 2012). Among the major challenges faced by educators in the 21st century is to guide students to think creatively and critically, collaboration skills, communication and comparative thinking while focusing on concepts and knowledge. A transformation towards existing education has been introduced by introducing the 21st century education system so that students are able to compete globally by having the ability to think critically, creatively and innovatively (Ismail, Sidek&Mahbib, 2015). Through the application of thinking skills, students are able to apply their experiences and knowledge critically in their real lives. To provide a solid foundation, early exposure to creative and critical thinking skills during the teaching and learning process can produce a steady-minded generation (Ambotang, 2014)
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