SD Negeri Research Articles

The Complexity Of School-Based Management In Improving Teacher Quality

This research discusses the complexity of school-based management as a strategy to improve teacher quality. In the ever-evolving era of education, the role of school-based management becomes crucial in creating an effective learning environment. The concept of complexity is applied to describe the dynamics, interactions and challenges involved in managing teachers together in an educational environment. This study uses a qualitative approach with a focus on the implementation of school-based management and its impact on co-teachers at SD Negeri 3 Tirtanadi. Data were collected through interviews, observation and document analysis related to education policy. The research findings show that the complexity of school-based management includes factors such as leadership, stakeholder engagement, professional development and organisational culture. The results provide deep insights into how schools can effectively manage these complexities to improve teacher quality. The practical implications of this research involve crafting education policies that support the implementation of school-based management, empowering school leadership and strengthening collaboration among stakeholders. As such, this research makes a significant contribution to the understanding of the complexities of school-based management as a strategic endeavour in improving teacher quality in the contemporary education era.

Analysis of Students' Critical Thinking Skills Through the Pakem Learning Model in Science Subject Class VI SD Negeri 78 Palembang

Critical thinking ability is a high-level thinking ability that aims to make reasonable decisions to help the problem solving process actively and skillfully in analyzing, applying and evaluating information obtained or resulting from observations of elementary school students. The learning model is one of the important things in creating an active, creative, effective and enjoyable learning process. The PAKEM model is an appropriate model to use in the learning process. This research aims to determine the critical thinking abilities of class VI students using the PAKEM model in science learning at SD Negeri 78 Palembang. This research uses an experimental method with a quantitative approach. The subjects in this research are 25 VIC class elementary school students. Data collection techniques in this research use observation, tests, interviews and documentation. Data analysis techniques use the normality test, homogeneity test and T-Test. The results of this research found that there were 8 students with high critical thinking skills, with a score range of 85-100, getting a percentage of 32%. Medium critical thinking ability, totaling 12 students, with a score range of 75-80, got a percentage of 48% and low critical thinking ability, totaling 5 students, with a score range of 65-70, got a percentage of 20%. The results of the critical thinking skills of class VIC students using the PAKEM model in science learning at SD Negeri 78 Palembang overall students reached 82.4% in the good category.

Development of augmented reality media based on Assemblr Edu to enhance the learning outcomes

This study focuses on the development and evaluation of augmented reality (AR) learning media based on the Assemblr Edu application, aimed at enhancing the learning experience of fifth-grade students at SDN Tambaharjo 01. The AR media covers the subject of Community Economic Conditions and Natural Resources and Supporting Factors for Community Economic Activities. The research process included designing the AR content, validating it with experts, and conducting small and large group trials. This study investigates the development and effectiveness of AR learning media based on the Assemblr Edu application to improve learning outcomes in Natural Science and Social Studies for fifth-grade students at SD Negeri Tambaharjo 01. The research employs a quantitative approach with a Research and Development (R&D) method, utilizing the ADDIE development model to create and assess the learning media. The study addresses low student performance in Natural Science and Social Studies by integrating interactive AR technology to make learning more engaging and effective.The developed AR media, which includes 3D and 2D interactive content, was validated by material and media experts, yielding a high validity score of 90.31%. Small and large group trials were conducted, showing significant improvements in student learning outcomes. Pretest and posttest results demonstrated an average score increase from 50 to 85, with a student response rate of 88.46% indicating the media's feasibility. Teachers also rated the AR media highly, with a response score of 91.34%, confirming its practical application in educational settings. The study concludes that the Assemblr Edu-based AR learning media is highly feasible and effective in enhancing student learning outcomes in Natural Science and Social Studies.

The Influence of the Talking Stick Learning Model on the Motivation and Learning Outcomes of Class V Students at SD Negeri 88 Palembang

This research aims to determine whether there is an influence of using the Talking Stick learning model on the motivation and learning outcomes of class V students at SD Negeri 88 Palembang. This research is a quantitative type using a Quasi Experimental type of experimental research method with a Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The population of this study were all fifth grade students at SD Negeri 88 Palembang. The sample for this research was students in classes V.3 and V.4 with a total of 50 students. The sample selection technique used was proportional sampling. Data collection techniques in this research are questionnaires and tests. Data analysis used the Independent sample T-test. The results of this research show that the average posttest learning motivation score for the experimental class is 87.28 and the control class is 78.72, while the average posttest learning result for the experimental class is 86 and the control class is 71.20. The results of the t-test calculation of learning motivation obtained t_count= 6.591 ≥ t_tabel= 1.678 and the results of the calculation of learning outcomes obtained t_count= 4.714 ≥ t_tabel= 1.678 with a significance level = 0.05. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that there is a significant influence of the use of the Talking Stick learning model on the motivation and learning outcomes of class V students at SD Negeri 88 Palembang.

PENERAPAN 4C SKILLS DALAM PEMBELAJARAN ABAD 21 DI SEKOLAH DASAR

Elementary schools play an important role in developing students' understanding and skills. Therefore, the transformation of elementary schools is very important to produce a critical, creative and innovative generation capable of facing the challenges of the 21st century. The purpose of this research is to determine the application of 4C skills (Critical Thinking Skills, Creativity and Innovation Skills, Communication Skills, Collaboration Skills) in teachers' teaching in 21st century learning at SD Negeri Serang 20. The research method uses qualitative methods by conducting structured interviews. The target respondents were all 10 teachers of SD Negeri Serang 20. The results of the research show that the respondents have integrated 4C skills into the curriculum and daily learning activities.

Evaluation of School Program Gaps Adiwiyata in Forming Character Profile Pancasila Students at SD Negeri 03 Jati Jaten Karanganyar District

The Adiwiyata program has the character value of caring for the environment in a person to carry out activities related to nature. Through the Adiwiyata School Program, students can be trained to have creative, adaptive, collaborative and independent behavior in accordance with the Pancasila student profile. The aim of this research is to evaluate the implementation of the Adiwiyata School program in finding gaps in the design, installation, process, product and cost-benefit aspects of the Adiwiyata School Program at SD Negeri 03 Jati Jaten, Karanganyar Regency. Program evaluation to ensure the Adiwiyata program is implemented in accordance with the objectives and results as a recommendation to improve the Adiwiyata program in this school. This research uses the DEM (discrepancy evaluation model) evaluation model or what is usually called a gap evaluation model which focuses on every aspect of design, installation, process, product and cost-benefit. This research uses descriptive qualitative research. Data and information collection regarding program implementation in providing guidance to students is carried out by means of interviews, document studies, and observations. Data analysis was carried out through a process of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results concluded that the Adiwiyata program at SD Negeri 03 Jati was implemented well even though it had not fully met the targets set. In the design aspect, no gaps were found at all. In the design aspect, no gaps were found at all. Meanwhile, in the installation aspect there is a gap of 12.5%, in the process aspect there is a gap of 11.25%, in the product aspect there is a gap of 16.67%, and in the cost-benefit aspect there is a gap of 12.5%. Based on the gap findings, there are several recommendations that can be proposed, firstly to the school to continue the program by improving the management of environment-based curriculum components by increasing collaboration with all school members and participatory activities by means of intensive and sustainable mentoring as well as budget allocation for the development of the Adiwiyata program. The second recommendation is for the Environmental Service and Adiwiyata School Trustees to provide assistance and provide support for Adiwiyata schools. Keywords: Program Evaluation, DEM, SD Negeri 03 Jati

Pengaruh Kecerdasan Emosional dan Kecerdasan Spiritual Terhadap Prestasi Belajar Pendidikan Agama Islam Dan Budi Pekerti Peserta Didik Di SD Negeri Kecamatan Pamboang

The impact of spiritual and emotional intelligence on students' learning outcomes in Islamic Religious Education and Budi Pekerti in SD Negeri Pamboang District is examined in this study. This kind of study is categorized as quantitative research with Ex Post Facto paradigm. A questionnaire was utilized for data collection, and descriptive and inferential statistics, together with partial and multiple regression analysis for hypothesis testing, were employed for analysis. The study's findings suggest that: 1) The Pamboang sub-district's primary school kids' learning success demonstrates the greatest proportion in the range of 81-79, with a frequency of 48 and a percentage of 31%. That is, 48 students received a score between 79 and 81; 2) With a coefficient of determination of 54%, emotional intelligence has an impact on students' learning success in the PAI and Budi Pekerti topics in SD Negeri Pamboang District. This indicates that emotional intelligence has a significant enough impact on pupils' academic success; 3) With a determination coefficient of 27,8%, spiritual intelligence has an impact on students' learning success in the PAI and Budi Pekerti topics in SD Negeri Pamboang District. This indicates that spiritual intelligence has a significant impact on students' learning outcomes; 4) Students' learning outcomes in PAI and Budi Pekerti topics are influenced by both spiritual and emotional intelligence, with a 61% coefficient of determination. This indicates that spiritual and emotional intelligences have a significant enough impact on students' learning outcomes.

Peran Operator Sekolah dalam Peningkatan Pelayanan Publik di Era Digital di SD Negeri 6 Watampone Kabupaten Bone

This research discusses the role of school operators in enhancing the effectiveness of public services in the digital era at SD Negeri 6 Watampone, Bone Regency. The research method used is qualitative. This study aims to understand the role of school operators in improving public services at SD Negeri 6 Watampone. The approach taken is a descriptive qualitative approach, with data collection techniques including interviews and observations. The results of the study show that the role of school operators in the effectiveness of public services in the digital era at SD Negeri 6 Watampone, Bone Regency, can be observed through their performance in carrying out their duties as school operators. School operators handle educational administrative activities at SD Negeri 6 Watampone, starting from student administration, curriculum administration, teacher and staff administration, to facility and infrastructure administration. In terms of management, school operators meet the requirements through recruitment, followed by training and development processes. The development of the school operator’s performance focuses on their main duties in the area of educational administration at SD Negeri 6 Watampone. Additionally, school operators are granted data access rights related to SD Negeri 6 Watampone. Furthermore, the services provided by the school operators have been adequately fulfilled, as evidenced by their performance. Despite facing unexpected and undesired obstacles, the school operators were able to overcome these challenges and deliver good results.

Analysis of the Discipline of Grade V Students in the Learning Process at SD Negeri 2 Ngampel Blora Regency Central Java

<span>The problem of student discipline is an important thing that must be considered. It is known that in the learning process there are various discipline problems committed by students such as skipping school, arriving late, disobeying school rules and regulations, not doing the assigned tasks, not focusing on learning, etc. often occur. If these various problems are left unchecked, they will interfere with the student learning process and have an impact on their learning achievement. This research aims to find out the problems of student discipline in class V of SD Negeri 2 Ngampel and its impact on learning achievement, as well as the efforts given by teachers in instilling the value of discipline towards students. This research was aimed at teachers and fifth grade students at SD Negeri 2 Ngampel. This research uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques obtained from interviews, observations, questionnaires and documentation. Based on the results of the analysis, it can be concluded that the discipline of fifth grade students at SD Negeri 2 Ngampel is quite good. However, it needs to be improved again when viewed from several existing discipline problems. Therefore, a teacher plays an important role in striving to instill the value of discipline to students so that the learning process can run effectively.</span>

Development of Augmented Reality Media using Gender-Based Tri Hita Karana to Facilitate Students' Liability towards Local Culture

This study aims to develop Augmented Reality (AR) media using Gender-based Tri Hita Karana to facilitate students' liability towards local culture. This study utilized the Research and Development (R&D) approach with 48 fifth-grade students at SD Negeri 11 Denpasar as subjects. The instruments used in this research were expert validation questionnaires and student questionnaires, while the data analysis techniques include Aiken's V index for expert validation and descriptive analysis of student responses. With an average score of 0.992, the expert validation results using Aiken's V index demonstrate that this augmented reality media was quite legitimate. Furthermore, the study of the student questionnaire reveals a favorable reaction towards the enjoyment of local culture, as indicated by an average score of 3.137. This study determined that combining augmented reality (AR) technology with cultural knowledge-based learning could be a novel approach in contemporary education.

PENDEKATAN BERDIFERENSIASI DALAM MODEL INQUIRY LEARNING TERHADAP PENINGKATAN HASIL BELAJAR PAI MATERI ANAK SALEH SISWA KELAS IV SD NEGERI 2 DONOTIRTO BANTUL

The purpose of this class action research is to determine the improvement of PAI learning outcomes for pious children through a differentiated approach in the inquiry learning model for grade IV students of SD Negeri 2 Donotirto Bantul. Through a differentiated approach, it seeks to find out the learning needs of students to the maximum, combined with an inquiry learning model that involves students to the maximum so that students are more actively involved. This class action research was carried out in two cycles. The subject of this study is a fourth grade student of SD Negeri 2 Donotirto Kretek totaling 20 children. Data collection techniques are carried out through tests, observations, and documentation. The data analysis technique uses quantitative descriptive analysis. The results of this study show that a differentiated approach in the inquiry learning model to improve the learning outcomes of PAI material for pious children in grade IV students of SD Negeri 2 Donotirto Bantul can improve the learning outcomes of grade IV students of SD Negeri 2 Donotirto. The improvement of learning outcomes can be seen based on the value of student learning outcomes from pre-cycle, cycle I, and cycle II. This can be seen from the completeness of the first cycle which shows 65% while in the second cycle it shows a completeness of 100%, from this there is an increase in completeness of 35%.

Analisis Cara Belajar Siswa Berprestasi pada Muatan Matematika Kelas III di SD Negeri 10 Langkai

The way students learn is one of the important factors that greatly influences the achievement or learning outcomes studied. In education, it is often known that each student has a different way of learning. A good way of studying will determine success in learning. This research aims to find out how outstanding students in class III learn at SD Negeri 10 Langkai. This research uses qualitative research. Data collection uses observation methods, interview methods, and documentation methods. This research took 3 student subjects who had achievements in Class III of SD Negeri 10 Langkai. Meanwhile, the data analysis uses descriptive of Mile and Huberman’s analysis which consists of: data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The results of the research found that the learning methods for high-achieving students are: (1) making a study schedule during the day or in the evening to prepare for the next day's learning, (2) reading textbooks when the learning process has begun with the teacher's direction to know the material to be read, (3) record the material, in its application in class III of SD Negeri 10 Langkai there are rules for recording the material. Students are not allowed to make mistakes when the teacher is explaining, (4) repeating material, not all students repeat material that has been taught at school, but quite a few students also repeat material at home so that the material they get sticks in students' minds (5) do the tasks given by the teacher very well which will determine the learning outcomes. Students who excel have different ways of learning from other students. Students who excel will be more consistent in carrying out the learning methods they have created, so that the learning results they get will be more satisfying.

Kajian Kemampuan Membaca Permulaan Ditinjau dari Lingkup Keaksaraan pada Siswa Kelas I SD Negeri 51 Sungai Raya

Reading is the first step for students to understand learning. This research aims to examine initial reading abilities in terms of the scope of literacy in grade 1 students at SD Negeri 51 Sungai Raya. The type of research used is qualitative. The subject of this research was class 1B students with a total of 20 students. The main data used are test sheets and interview sheets. The analysis consisting of data collection, data reduction, data presentasion, data conclusions and data verificayion. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the initial reading ability of class 1 students in terms of the scope of literacy is said to be good because the focus of the first research was recognizing letters verry wel with a percentage of 87,5% of students’ initial reading ability; the seconf reseatch focus atated that the picture group was very good with a percentage 0f 97,5% of students’ initial reading ability; and the third research focus was reading one’s own name well with a percentage of 87,5% initial reading ability in class 1b students at SD Negeri 51 Sungai Raya

Penerapan Model Reciprocal Teaching untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Matematika Siswa Kelas V SD Negeri 016 Rambah Samo

This research is classroom action research (PTK) which aims to improve student learning outcomes through the application of the reciprocal teaching model in mathematics learning. Data collection techniques are carried out in the form of student activity observation sheets, teacher activity observation sheets and test questions. The results of this research show that in cycle I and cycle II there was an increase. The learning outcomes in cycle I, meeting I, had an average score obtained by students, namely 54.12, then in cycle I, meeting II, the average score obtained by students was 65.88. Then in cycle II, at meeting I, the average score obtained by students was 71.18, and at meeting II, the average score for students was 85.88. Besides increasing student learning outcomes, student observation sheets also increased. In cycle I, meeting I, student observations were 50%, then in cycle I, meeting II, it increased to 60%. In cycle II, meeting I, the student's ability still increased to 80%, and in cycle II, meeting II, it increased to 90%. Based on the results of the research that has been carried out, it can be concluded that the application of the reciprocal teaching model can improve student mathematics learning outcomes for class V students at SD Negeri 016 Rambah Samo

Meningkatkan Keterampilan Berpikir Kritis Siswa Menggunakan Model Project Based Learning Berbantuan Media Audio Visual Fase C Kelas VI SDN 033913 Kalang Baru

This research aims to apply the Project Based Learning model to improve critical thinking skills of Phase C Class VI students of Elementary School UPT SD Negeri 033913 Kalang Baru. This research process uses a classroom action research (CAR) method assisted by audio-visual media involving 5 Phase C class VI students in the 2024/2025 academic year. The results of the analysis show a significant increase in students' critical thinking skills in the application of the Project Based Learning model in each cycle for two meetings. The implementation of the PjBL model steps that have been applied such as determining basic statements, preparing project plans, preparing schedules, monitoring, testing results, and evaluating experiences. The results of the observation show that each meeting gets a good average score. The overall achievement of activities at the first meeting reached 95% for the assessment of observer 1 and 96.25% for the assessment of observer 2. The overall achievement of activities at the second meeting reached 97.5%. The teacher's ability to Determine Basic Questions in cycle I increased by 50% to 83.3% with an increase of 66.7%. Teachers' ability in Making Project Design in cycle I increased by 80% to 90% with an increase of 12.5%. Teachers' ability in Monitoring Project Progress in Cycle I increased by 83.3% to 100% with an increase of 20%. Teachers' ability in Assessing Results in cycle I increased by 80% to 90% with an increase of 12.5%. Teachers' ability in Evaluating Experience in cycle I increased by 50% to 100% with an increase of 100%. Students' ability in Providing Simple Explanations in cycle I increased by 30% to 60% with an increase of 100%. Students' ability in Building Basic Skills increased by 26.7% with an increase of 100%. Students' ability in Making Inferences increased by 40% with an increase of 100%. Students' ability in Providing Further Explanations increased by 26.7% with an increase of 100%. Students' ability in Organizing Strategies and Tactics increased by 33.3% with an increase of 100%. The recommendations of this study include facilitating teachers in implementing an effective Project Based Learning model and expanding the project-based and interactive learning approach model.

Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Melalui Metode Problem Based Learning Materi Aku Pribadi yang Unik FASE B Kelas IV SD N 030426 Lae Tarondi Kabupaten Pakpak Bharat

Classroom Action Research entitled Improving Learning Outcomes of Catholic Religious Education Through Problem-Based Learning Methods for Unique Me Material Phase B of Class IV of SD N 030426 Lae Tarondi, Pakpak Bharat Regency. This was conducted to improve the learning outcomes of students in class IV phase B of SD Negeri 030426 Lae Tarondi, Salak District, Pakpak Bharat Regency. The research was conducted by implementing the Problem Based Learning (PBL) learning method. Problem-based learning (PBL) is a student-centered learning model that has been widely known. Although it has been widely known, teachers and prospective teachers need to know the theoretical basis of PBL, the characteristics of PBL, and things that need to be done before and during the implementation of the PBL model. This article aims to explain the theoretical basis of Problem-Based Learning, the characteristics of the Problem-Based Learning model, and the implementation of the Problem Based Learning model. The method used in writing is a literature review. The focus of the study is on the theoretical basis of Problem-Based Learning, the characteristics of the Problem-Based Learning model, and the implementation of the Problem Based Learning model. The results of the study show that in addition to the theory of constructivism, the theoretical basis for PBL is Piaget's Cognitive Development Theory, Dewey's Theory, Bruner's Theory of Discovery Learning. Before implementing PBL, teachers need to train students to learn cooperatively. (Ardianti et al., 2021a)

Upaya Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Peserta Didik PAK dengan Model PBL pada Materi Yesus Mengajarkan Pengampunan Kelas V Fase C SD Negeri 5 Cinta Maju

This study aims to improve learning outcomes in Catholic Religious Education and Budi Pekerti subjects by using the Problem Based Learning (PBL) learning model for class V SD Negeri 5 Cinta Maju in the 2024/2025 school year. This type of research is Classroom Action Research (PTK) which is carried out in two cycles with 1 meeting in each cycle. Each cycle consists of several stages, namely planning, implementation, action, observation and reflection. The first and second cycles discussed the material Jesus Teaches Forgiveness. This study aims to determine whether there is an increase in student learning outcomes with the help of the PBL learning model on the material of Jesus Teaches Forgiveness in class V in the subject of Catholic Religious Education and ethics at SD Negeri 5 Cinta Maju. This PTK also aims to determine how much the increase in learning achievement targets with the help of the PBL method on the material Jesus Teaches Forgiveness in class V in Catholic religious education and character education subjects at SD Negeri 5 Cinta Maju. Based on the results of observations of student learning activities, teacher activities, and student learning outcomes tests that the Problem Based Learning learning model can improve the activities and learning outcomes of Catholic Religious Education and Ethics in class V Phase C students of SD Negeri 5 Cinta Maju, Sitiotio District, Samosir Regency.

Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar PAK Dengan Metode Problem Based Learning Fase C Kelas 6 SDN 13 Nyayum

This study discusses the improvement of learning outcomes of Catholic Religious Education (PAK) and students by using the Problem Based Learning method at SD Negeri 13 Nyayum, Landak Regency. The research subjects were grade VI students with a total of 16 students. The subject matter used was “I am a citizen of the world”. For data collection methods researchers use observation, assessment, and tests. The aspects of learning outcomes in this study are affective, cognitive, and psychomotor. Before the implementation of the study, the percentage of completeness or achievement of PAK learning outcomes was so low, namely 32% with KKTP 75. After research in cycle I, the completeness of learning outcomes increased to 81.25% with proficient criteria for 8 students, proficient for 5 students, and 3 students who were not complete with proficient criteria. Then at the end of cycle II the completeness increased to 100% with 88% proficient criteria (14 learners) and 12% proficient criteria (2 learners). From the data on the results of research in activities, it can be concluded that the Problem Based Learning Method succeeded in improving the learning outcomes of Catholic Religious Education and Grade VI students of SD Negeri 13 Nyayum.

Meningkatkan Keaktifan Siswa Dalam Pembelajaran Pak Melalui Model Pbl Kelas V Fase C SD Negeri 16 Sadaniang

From the initial observation of the learning process of Catholic Religious Education and Character Education at SD Negeri 16 Sadaniang, it showed a lack of student activity which affected the level of understanding and learning outcomes. This study aims to improve student activity in the learning process and student learning outcomes by using the Problem Based Learning model on the material Involved in Environmental Conservation at SD Negeri 16 Sadaniang, grade V (five) Phase C. By using the Classroom Action Research (CAR) design through four (4) stages, namely; planning, implementation, evaluation and reflection, it is expected to be able to overcome the problems that occur. The subjects of this study were grade V (five) students with a total of 5 students consisting of 3 boys and 2 girls. To obtain research data, Data Collection Techniques were carried out with several aspects, namely; conducting observations with the Pancasila Student Profile indicator; the dimension of mutual cooperation with sub-elements, namely positive interdependence, through cognitive learning outcome tests with the expectation of being proficient, competent, feasible and newly developing.

Meningkatkan Kemampuan Berpikiri Kritis dan Kreatifitas Siswa dengan Model Problem Base Learning (PBL) pada Siswa Kelas IV Fase B di SD Negeri 12 Sungai Risap

This research aims to describe the application of the Problem Base Learning (PBL) model in improving the critical and creative thinking abilities of class IV phase B students at SD 12 Sungai Risap. As well as describing how the critical thinking skills and creativity of class IV phase B students at SD 12 Sungai Risap increased after implementing PBL. The type of research is Classroom Action Research (PTK), entitled "Improving Students' Critical Thinking Abilities and Student Creativity with the PBL Model in Class IV Phase B Students at SD Negeri 12 Sungai Risap." This research was carried out at SDN 12 Sungai Risap, Binjai Hulu District, Sintang Regency from 13 to 19 September 2024. This research was carried out using the Problem Based Learning model. The research subjects were students of class IV Phase B at SDN 12 Sungai Risap. The research object was the application of the Problem Base Learning (PBL) model in improving the critical and creative thinking abilities of class IV phase B students at SD 12 Sungai Risap. The research was carried out in two classroom actions. The activity stages include planning, implementation, observation, analysis and reflection which are carried out face to face. Data collection was carried out by making direct observations and distributing questionnaires to students. Data analysis techniques are carried out through data collection, data condensation, presentation and drawing conclusions. The research results show that the application of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model can improve the critical thinking skills of class IV Phase B students at SD 12 Sungai Risap. Overall, PBL forces students to be active in their learning process, thereby improving critical thinking skills by teaching them to analyze, evaluate, and make better decisions. The application of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model can increase the creativity of class IV Phase B students at SD 12 Sungai Risap. Use of Innovative Ideas, Diverse Learning Outcome Products, Alternative Approaches to Problem Solving, Deeper Exploration. Overall, PBL facilitates increased critical thinking and creativity in students by placing them in learning situations that require complex and innovative problem solving.