Learning and Training Higher Order Thinking Skills (PdPc Hots) and Teacher Learning Competency

Abstract

This study was to determine the perception of secondary school teachers on the competency and application of HOTS in teaching and learning in the classroom. The survey results with this quantitative approach involved 187 secondary school teachers in the Jeli district. The questionnaire instrument used had been modified according to the research needs of the researcher. Statistical methods used descriptive statistics, mean and inference statistics through Pearson's correlation to examine the relationship between teacher competence and the application of teaching and learning among teachers. The findings show that teachers 'perceptions of teachers' competencies and the application of teaching and learning of HOTS in terms of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment are moderate. The analysis showed that there was a positive and significant relationship between teacher competency and the application of teaching and learning in HOTS among teachers. In conclusion, this study is expected to assist teachers, schools, PPDs, JPNs and the education ministry in efforts to improve the successful implementation of teaching and learning in the education system. Ongoing support and development from all sides are essential. Teachers need to equip themselves with the knowledge and practice them in the teaching and learning process to enhance HOTS.