Student Response Questionnaire Research Articles

Use of The Canva Application to Develop LKPD Based on CTL in Geometry in Mathematics Subject

Mathematics is a basic science that has a very important influence on life, because mathematics can prepare and develop students' abilities to think logically, flexibly and precisely to solve problems in their daily lives. This research is research into the development of mathematics worksheet for elementary school students. The aims of this research were to 1) determine the validity of CTL-based LKPD on cube and block materials; 2) find out the practicality of CTL-based LKPD on cube and block materials; and 3) determine the effectiveness of CTL-based LKPD on cube and block materials. This research was conducted at SD Negeri 101964 Jaharun A with research subjects namely 25 class V students. The validators in this research consisted of material experts, media experts and language experts. Teachers and students as product users test the practicality of CTL-based LKPD. This type of research is research and development with the ADDIE model (Analyze, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). The research instruments used were interviews, validation sheets, teacher and student response questionnaires, as well as test instruments in the form of test essays. The data collection techniques in this research are interviews and tests, with data analysis techniques for testing validity, level of difficulty, distinguishing power, and reliability for test instruments, and n-gain tests. The results of this research show that the CTL-based LKPD is declared feasible because it meets the criteria of being valid, practical and effective for use in teaching mathematics regarding cubes and blocks.

Development of Android-Based Interactive Multimedia on Mushroom Material in High School

This research aims to produce Android-based interactive multimedia products that are feasible to use, easy for students to learn, and assist students in learning and improve student learning outcomes independently. This type of development research used the Dick, Carey & Carey developer design model. The test subjects consisted of a study teacher, six expert validators, and thirty-two students of X grade. Sampling used a purposive sampling technique, by using consideration of student scores, which were divided into three namely, high, low, and medium categories. The instruments used involved trial questionnaires, test questions, and student response questionnaires. Each of which had been validated and analyzed with the content validity of Aiken's V (Vcount ≥ Vtable). The research results show media expert validation with a score of 3.9 (valid and suitable for use), design expert validation with a score of 4.1 (very valid and highly suitable for use), and subject matter expert validation with a score of 4.1 (very valid and highly suitable for use). The results of individual test, small group test, and field test obtained an average result of 89.6% in the very positive category. Based on test performed by students, the results show that interactive multimedia development designs can be used to facilitate students to learn with an average percentage score of 85% (Very Positive Category). The feasibility of each of these processes shows that the Android-based interactive multimedia profile meets the requirements as a medium that can assist students in learning. The results of the effectiveness test also stated that interactive multimedia on Android-based had an effect and could improve students' cognitive learning outcomes with an N-Gain Score = 0.61 (Medium Category) and an Effect Size value = 2.322 (Category = Strong). The conclusion is based on the results of expert validation and product test, the Bio-Fungi learning application is feasible for use as a learning medium in the teaching and learning process and to improve students' cognitive learning outcomes.

THE INFLUENCE OF A PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING MODEL ASSISTED BY SPIN WHEEL MEDIA ON THE CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING ABILITY OF CLASS IV PRIMARY STUDENTS IN THE ENERGY SOURCES MATERIAL

This research aimed to (1) know the differences in conceptual understanding between students using a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model assisted by spinning wheel media and students using the conventional method in energy resources material, (2) describe the influence of the PBL model assisted by Spin Wheel media 4th-grade elementary school students on the conceptual understanding ability of energy sources, and (3) describe students' responses on the implementation PBL model assisted by Spin Wheel media on energy source material. The type of research used was quasi-experimental research with a quantitative approach. The population in this study was all class IV students, totalling 57 students. Sampling used a total sampling technique. The sample selected in this research was class IV B students, totalling 29 students in the experimental class and 28 class IV A students in the control class. The instruments used in this research were conceptual understanding ability test sheets and student response questionnaires. The data analysis technique used a two-independent sample t-test, effect size, and percentage of student response questionnaires. The results of the research showed that (1) there was a difference in the conceptual understanding ability of students who used the PBL model assisted by Spin Wheel media with students who used the conventional method on energy source material with the result tcount > ttable = 3.5146 > 2.004, (2) the PBL model assisted by Spin Wheel media had a high influence on the conceptual understanding fourth-grade students on energy sources material with an effect size result of 0.967; (3) students response were positive to PBL model assisted by Spin Wheel media with a percentage of 93% in the very high category. So, the results from this study can be concluded that there was an influence of the PBL model assisted by Spin Wheel media on students' conceptual understanding ability on energy sources material.

Development of Recycled Media in SBdP Learning to Increase Student Learning Activity

This research has a background, namely helping SBdP teacher MI Nurul Iman who lacks in developing recycled media. Therefore, to handle this matter, it is necessary to upgrade from what was originally inorganic waste to now a recycled media that can increase student learning activity. The aim of this research is to develop recycled media in SBdP learning to increase student learning activity. The research method used is Research and Development (R&D) which has Define, Design and Develop steps. The research respondents were 25 class V students of MI Nurul Iman, Tangerang City. The results of the research and product development produced show that 1) The development of waste recycling media can increase the learning activity of class V students and is beneficial for the surrounding environment and is good for forming children's character so that they care about the environment where they live; 2) Students responded very well during the recycling development trial process. This is because the results of the student response questionnaire were 88%. Because, with this recycled media students can be creative according to the student's creativity; 3) The use of recycled media in SBdP learning can increase student learning activity, which can be seen from the increase after and before using recycled media, the percentage of students who completed it reached 84% compared to 64% before using recycled media; 4) The importance of creative teachers can increase student activity by providing media that attracts student attention and increases activity in the learning process.

VALIDITY OF GUIDED INQUIRY-BASED WORKSHEETS ON VIII-GRADE SUBSTANCE PRESSURE MATERIALS

Abstract: The lack of use of teaching materials in the form of worksheets which can facilitate class VIII-A students Bahrul Ulum Middle School, who quickly understood science concepts through hands-on practice, made learning science boring. So it is necessary to develop worksheet guided inquiry-based learning models on substance pressure materials, which emphasize discovering concepts through direct practice with intensive teacher guidance. This study aims to describe (1) The process of developing guided inquiry-based worksheets on substance pressure materials, and (2) The product resulting from the developing worksheets after a valid, practical, and effective process. The development model used is ADDIE, with five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The results showed (1) The process of developing worksheets is based on the stages of the ADDIE development procedure, and (2) The products resulting from the developing worksheets obtain a validity score of 95% with "Very Valid" criteria, a practical score based on the observation sheet 94% with "Very Practical" criteria and student response questionnaire of 96,5% with "Very Practical" criteria, and an effectiveness score of 93,3% with "Very Effective" criteria. The developing worksheets are suitable for use as teaching material for students in learning science.

Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Video Animasi Berbasis PjBL (Project Based Learning) pada Materi Sistem Sirkulasi Darah Kelas XI IPA SMA/MA

The application of science and technology (IPTEK) in education has generated several learning innovations, including the use of media in learning. The purpose of this research was to develop a product in the form of project-based learning (PjBL) animated videos based on the circulatory system material for grade XI in high schools, which is valid, practical, and suitable for use. Research and development (R&D) activities included data collection on student and teacher needs. The development phase aimed to produce learning media products involving media experts, subject matter experts, and biology teachers. Subsequently, the product was tested with 12 students in a limited group and then with 38 students in a broader group to determine its media feasibility. The development of PjBL-based animated video products was evaluated using instruments covering several aspects: validation sheets for media, including text composition balance, images, sound, and video, color selection, physical criteria, practicality, and long-term usefulness. Validation sheets for content included aspects of learning promotion, curiosity enhancement, presentation support, material accuracy, and student engagement. Practitioner validation sheets covered material, language, and presentation aspects, while student response questionnaires addressed material, language, and presentation. Based on the expert media validation assessment recapitulation, the overall score indicated the product was highly valid and suitable for use in learning, with an average percentage of 84.00%. Similarly, the expert content validation recapitulation showed the product to be highly valid and suitable for use in learning, with an average percentage of 88.00%. The practitioner assessment by biology teachers indicated the product was highly practical and suitable for use in learning without revision, with an average percentage of 91.19%. Additionally, the limited and broad group product tests showed an average student response rate of 85.00%, indicating that the developed animated video is suitable for use in learning without revision.

Challenges and Opportunities for Developing Students' Global Skills through Teaching Materials on International Cooperation in Social Science Learning in Minahasa

Global skills are important in preparing students to face the demands of today's global society, which is a major concern in the educational context. This study investigates the implementation of social studies learning in Minahasa Regency, particularly in the theme of international cooperation for the development of students' global skills. Using mixed methods design with analysis techniques by Miles, Huberman, and Saldana (2014) and quantitative data analysis including validation and reliability tests and analysis of student response questionnaires. The findings show that currently, the condition of the global skills of grade IX junior high school students in Minahasa through social studies learning on the theme of international cooperation is in the low 50.5%, medium 34.3% and high 15.2% categories. The actual performance gap in the implementation of social studies learning is still not optimal, and it tends to focus on the subject matter and ignore aspects of global skills development. Teachers are more inclined to the traditional knowledge-oriented approach rather than efforts to improve students' global skills. The implications of these findings include the need for a more holistic social studies curriculum reform, intensive teacher training in learning approaches that support the development of global skills, as well as the provision of additional resources such as case-based teaching materials for global studies.

Development of Flipbook-Based E-Modules on Class XI Construction Cost Estimation Subjects

Background: This research is motivated by the problems faced by grade XI DPIB students at SMK Negeri 3 Boyolangu, namely the lack of availability of learning media and students' difficulties in determining the basic formula for calculating the volume of building construction. The purpose of this research and development is to produce flipbook-based e-module media on class XI Construction Cost Estimation Subjects; to find out its feasibility and practicality based on experts and students; and to find out the effectiveness of using flipbook-based e-modules in learning.Methods: The method used is research and development (RD) by applying the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). Data collection instruments using preliminary instruments (interviews and observations), validation questionnaires include media experts and material experts, student response questionnaires, and cognitive test questions (pre-test and post-test).Results: (1) The results of flipbook-based e-module products have advantages in ease of use and a variety of features, including: interactive buttons, backsound for flipping, image pop-ups, youtube video pop-ups, web hyperlinks, and quiz games, so as to be able to present a clearer visualization of the material and encourage student enthusiasm for learning. (2) Media eligibility obtained a score from media experts of 96% and from material experts of 93%, this score is included in the category of very feasible. While the practicality of the media was obtained from the user response questionnaire, obtaining an average percentage of 88% with very practical criteria. (3) The effectiveness of the use of media in learning obtained an N-Gain Score of 0.63 with the criterion "moderate".Conclusion: Based on the test results, it is concluded that the developed flipbook-based e-module media is effectively used to improve student understanding.

Development Of Excel-Based (Nawasena) Basic Financial Accounting Learning Media To Improve Learning Outcomes In The Accounting Cycle

The problem in this study is the low student learning outcomes on financial accounting cycle material. The type of research was research and development with the ADDIE model. With an experimental trial design using a pre-test - post-test control group design model. The feasibility of the product was tested by media experts, learning practitioners, namely teachers, and media users, namely students. The media was tested on the research subjects, namely students of class X AKL 2 SMK Muhammadiyah Dukun. The data collection instruments used were interview guidelines, expert validation questionnaires, teacher response questionnaires, student response questionnaires, and financial transaction questions. The results of the study show: (1) Basic Financial Accounting Learning Media Product "Nawasena" has been successfully developed to improve student learning outcomes in the accounting cycle; (2) "Nawasena" learning media is assessed as feasible by media experts with a score of 3.8; practitioner teachers 3.6; and students 3.61; (3) Learning media can improve student learning outcomes seen from the difference in gain score results between the control group 0.63 and the experiment which is 0.73.

Development of Problem-Solving-Oriented Electronic Module (E-Module) to Improve The Critical Thinking Skills of Class XI Senior High School Students on Acid-Base Material

The Independent Curriculum is a solution to the tight competition for human resources in the 21st century. The critical thinking skills needed in the 21st century can be improved through studying chemistry, especially acid-base materials. The problem-solving learning model is an appropriate learning model for understanding acid-base materials and can improve students’ critical thinking skills. Learning media that can be used in chemistry learning are electronic modules. The aim of this research is to develop a problem-solving-oriented e-module to improve critical thinking skills in acid-base materials. The development model in this research uses the 4D model by Thiagarajan. The development of problem-solving-oriented e-modules was declared suitable for improving students’ critical thinking skills in acid-base material in terms of validity, practicality, and effectiveness. Validity is seen in content and construct validity, both of which received a mode value of 5 in the very valid category. Practicality can be seen from the results of the student response questionnaire, which obtained a percentage of 98.75℅ in the very practical category and is supported by the results of observations of student activities. Effectiveness can be seen from the results of the students’ critical thinking skills pretest and posttest, which obtained a significance value of 0.00 using the paired sample t-test.

Development of Feature Based Learning Media Instagram in Learning Writing Procedure Text at SMP Negeri 2 Imogiri Yogyakarta

The objectives of this research: (1) to determine the development of learning media based on Instagram features with the 4-D model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate) in learning procedural text writing skills for class VII junior high school students. (2) describe the feasibility of learning media based on Instagram features in learning text writing skills in class VII junior high school learning procedural texts. (3) describe the practicality of learning media based on Instagram features in learning procedural text writing skills in class VII junior high school. This research developed with 4D model and carried out at SMP Negeri 2 Imogiri in 2023/2024. The subjects of this research were students in class VII F with a sample of 15 students. The development procedure was carried out in four stages, namely define, design, develop, disseminate. Data collection techniques used student response questionnaires, media expert validation sheets, material expert validation sheets, pretest and posttest. The results of this research show: (1) the Instagram feature-based learning media developed for learning procedural text writing skills for class VII students at SMP Negeri 2 Imogiri has been carried out in accordance with the stages of the 4-D Model, namely Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate, (2) the process of developing learning media based on Instagram features is carried out in stages, namely (1) definition, (2) design, (3) development and (4) implementation. (2) Instagram feature-based learning media developed for learning procedure text writing skills for class VII students of SMP Negeri 2 Wonogiri with the 4-D model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate) is suitable as a learning media. The results of the assessment from experts on the media being developed obtained a score of 3.4, including in the good category, and the assessment from material experts was 3, including in the good category. (3) Instagram feature-based learning media developed for class VII students at SMP Negeri 2 Imogiri in learning procedural text writing skills using the 4-D model was declared practical for use in learning. the percentage of student learning completeness from 20% to 73.3% was declared valid.

Development of Teaching Materials Based on Contextual Teaching Learning (CTL) in Physical Chemistry Courses

This research aims to produce teaching materials for the Physical Chemistry course that are based on the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) approach that is valid, practical and effective. This research is included in the type of development research that adopts the 4D Model, which has been modified by the researcher from four steps to three research steps. The analysis was carried out in two stages, namely problem analysis and needs analysis. The validity of teaching materials involves material experts, media experts and language experts. The practicality of teaching materials is assessed by filling out a questionnaire by users of teaching materials, namely lecturers and students. The product was tested on students of the Chemistry Education Study Program at Muhammadiyah University, Pontianak. Based on the analysis of student needs, it was found that students need learning resources for Physical Chemistry courses that are based on the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) approach which can support skills in relating the material studied to everyday life. The techniques used are observation, interviews, validation questionnaires and student response questionnaires. The results obtained were that the validity of the material aspect was 98.75%, the media was 87.33%, and the language was 98.00%, which fell into very valid criteria. Practicality based on the student response questionnaire score in individual trials was 95.8% and in small group trials was 89.6%, which is very practical criteria. The effectiveness value obtained on average was 0.67 in individual trials which were in the high criteria and 0.82 in small group trials in the very high criteria.

Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Big Book “Garuda Pancasila” untuk Meningkatkan Pemahaman Nilai Pancasila Siswa kelas 3

Development (R&D). This model is implemented through 4D with 4 stages: 1) Define, 2) Design, 3) Develop, 4) Disseminate. The types of data applied are quantitative and qualitative data. Data was collected through interviews, questionnaires and tests. With research instruments in the form of interview guides, validation instruments which include validation instruments for content/material experts and validation instruments for learning media experts, this questionnaire has teacher and student response questionnaires to test the practicality of the product, as well as instruments for testing the effectiveness and effectiveness of the product from students. . Data were analyzed using descriptive statistical data analysis techniques. Quantitative data was obtained from a Likert scale score questionnaire and qualitative data was in the form of scores from validator suggestions. The results explain that the development of Big Book media in the validation stage got a score of 96% in the very good group, then in the validation stage the learning media design expert got a score of 62% in the very good category, after validation was applied the learning media design expert got a score of 76% in the category Good. In order to see the effectiveness of the Big Book learning process for increasing knowledge of Pancasila values, pre and post tests were applied to the sample and then applied through the Wilcoxon test and obtained sig. < 0.05 then there is a difference between the values. before and after applying the product. Testing via the Mann-Whitney test on sig. ∝= 0.05. The value is obtained from the hypothesis < 0.05, namely. 0.002 means that this big book learning media received a positive response from the teachers because the learning media can provide increased understanding of Pancasila values ​​for class III A students at SD Catholic 14 Manado.

Pengembangan E-Modul Literasi Numerasi Aljabar Siswa Sekolah Menengah Pertama

Numeracy literacy skills are crucial for students, yet data from PISA and TIMSS indicate that Indonesian students' proficiency in this area remains low. Numeracy literacy teaching materials are lacking, with most teachers still using conventional methods. Therefore, innovation is needed in developing teaching materials. This research aims to develop an electronic numeracy literacy module on linear function material for Grade VIII SMP that meets validity and practicality standards. The ADDIE method (Analysis, Design, Develop, Implement, Evaluate) is used for development, with Grade VIII students from SMPN 2 Banda Aceh as the research subjects. Data collection instruments include interviews, validation sheets, student response questionnaires, and teacher feedback. Data are then analyzed descriptively, in percentages, and qualitatively. The research results indicate that the developed product has passed the material validation stage with a result of 91.74%, indicating high material validity. Media validation also succeeded with a percentage of 90.48%, showing very high validity levels. The practicality test conducted with teachers yielded a result of 88.33%, indicating the practicality of the e-module in teaching. Meanwhile, the practicality test with students resulted in a score of 84.56%, indicating that this e-module is also practical for students. Overall, the e-module developed in this research has proven to be valid and practical for use in school learning.

Development of Mobile Media Based on Problem-Based Learning in Basic Computer Network Engineering and Communication Subjects

This research aims to develop mobile learning media specifically designed for basic subjects in Computer Network Engineering and Telecommunications to enhance student motivation and learning outcomes. Utilizing the RD (Research and Development) method, the ASSURE model was employed for development. This model includes analyzing learners, stating objectives, selecting instructional methods, media, and materials, utilizing media and materials, requiring learner participation, and evaluating and reinforcing. The mobile media was tested with 36 students from TJKT Vocational High School in Padang. Data collection instruments included validation sheets, practicality questionnaires, student evaluation questions, and student response questionnaires. Results showed a material expert validity of 0.89 and a media expert validity of 0.94, both indicating high validity. Teacher-assessed practicality scored 90.67, while student assessments scored 86.19, both in the very practical category. Effectiveness was determined by student evaluations, with 88.89% of students achieving competency, indicating high effectiveness. The increase in student learning outcomes was significant, with a gain score of 0.74% in the high category. The T-test revealed a significant difference in pretest and posttest learning outcomes (p-value 0.005). In conclusion, the problem-based learning mobile media developed for basic computer network engineering and telecommunications subjects has been validated, deemed practical, and proven effective for learning. Its implementation is expected to boost student engagement, creativity, and learning outcomes, thereby potentially improving the overall quality of education.

Pengembangan Lembar Kerja Peserta Didik (LKPD) Berbasis Discovery Learning Pada Materi Bangun Datar Segiempat

The low results of mathematics learning in school today include the use of LKPD which is not yet optimal. Apart from that, the LKPD used is not optimally based on discovery learning. One of the teaching materials that can overcome this problem is LKPD based on discovery learning. The aim of this research of this to produce of LKPD based on discovery learning models on flat rectangulars shapes. This type of research is research and development with the object of research being LKPD based on discovery learning. The data collection instrument in this research are expert validation sheets by expert validation to determine product validation and student response questionnaires to determine the practicality of LKPD based on discovery learning. The data analysis techniques used are qualitative analysis techniques and quantitative data analysis technique. Based on data analysis, two results of this research can be stated. First, LKPD based on discovery learning was declared valed and suitable for use in the mathematics learning process. This is shown by the average expert validity of 3.32. Second, the use of mathematics teaching materials in class VII A students learning at SMP Negeri 1 Kota Tambolaka is practical with an average practicality value of 3,58

Development of Student Worksheets Based on Calligraphy Art on the Subject of Circles

Purpose of the study: The purpose of this research is to develop a student worksheet based on the art of calligraphy on the subject of class VIII circles at State Islamic Junior High School 1 Pringsewu. This research also aims to test the validity, practicality and effectiveness of the student worksheet developed. Methodology: This research uses research and development methods (Research & Development). The research subjects were 29 class VIII students at State Islamic Junior High School 1 Pringsewu. Data will be analyzed using validation instrument data analysis techniques, student response questionnaires, and learning outcomes tests. Main Findings: The main finding of this research is the development of calligraphy-based student worksheets on the subject of class VIII circles. This student worksheets includes components such as cover, table of contents, subtitles, competency standards, basic competencies, material, discussion, conclusions and practice questions. This student worksheets has gone through a process of validation and testing in learning. Novelty/Originality of this study: Research regarding the development of student worksheets based on calligraphy art on circles revealed that the integration of art and mathematics can increase students' creativity and understanding of geometric concepts. The results of this research show that an interdisciplinary approach not only makes learning more interesting, but is also effective in strengthening students' analytical and aesthetic abilities.

The Development of HOTS Questions Based on Ethnomathematics to Measure Students' Mathematical Problem-Solving Abilities

The research aims to develop ethnomathematics-based Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) questions to measure students' problem-solving abilities. This research uses a research and development (R&D) method with an ADDIE model, which consists of five stages, i.e., analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The subjects in this research were 30 class VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 West Sorkam. Research instruments include expert validation questionnaires, student response questionnaires and tests of students' mathematical problem-solving abilities. The research data were analyzed using quantitative descriptive methods by determining the average achievement value of the products developed. The experts' assessment shows that the product developed has a score of 84.6 with the criteria "Very Valid". Based on the results of the questionnaire, students' responses to HOTS questions based on ethnomathematics were seen from the practical aspect with a score of 77.63 in the "Practical" criteria and the results of tests on students' mathematical problem-solving abilities obtained an average score of 75.22 so that the product developed met the "effective" criteria. So it can be concluded that the development of ethnomathematics-based HOTS questions on geometric material produces a good product and is suitable for measuring students' mathematical problem-solving abilities.

Chemture Gamification to Improve Learners' Cognitive Ability on Acid-Base Material

This study aims to obtain learning media in the form of games that meet the appropriate category in improving the cognitive abilities of students on acid-base material. The type of research used is Research and Development (R&D) with reference to Thiagarajan's 4D development model and limited to the Development stage. The instruments used include validation sheets, student response questionnaires, student activity observation sheets, and pretest-posttest sheets. The results obtained showed that the validity of the media received a score ≥ 3 with valid criteria, the practicality of the media obtained from the results of the response questionnaire and the observation sheet of students' activities for the response questionnaire obtained a percentage of 92.50% with very practical criteria, while the results of the observation of students' activities at meeting 1 were 91.1% while meeting 2 was 94.4% with very practical criteria. The effectiveness results were obtained from the pretest-posttest results which were analyzed using the classical test and T-test, the analysis results using the classical test obtained a value of 97.06% for the test of students' cognitive learning outcomes with the effective category. The Wilcoxon test results showed that the learning outcomes obtained a significance value (2-tailed) of 0.000 which indicated that there was a significant difference in pretest and posttest learning outcomes. So, it can be concluded that the Chemture game has met the feasible category as a learning media to improve students' cognitive abilities.

The Effectiveness of Critical Literacy Based Digital Learning Material (CL-DLM) to Increase Students’ Higher Order Thinking Skills at Elementary School

This research aimed to develop Thematic critical literacy based digital teacing materials (TCL-DLM) to increase students’ higher order thinking skills at elementary school. This research is a research development with a 4-D model (define, design, develop, and dissemination). Data collection techniques were carried out through teaching material validation sheets, teacher response questionnaires, student response questionnaires, learning implementation observation sheets and tests of higher order thinking skills. The data obtained were analyzed descriptive quantitative. The results of the study show that: 1) The results of the needs analysis are that thematic learning is still limited to the use of teaching materials in the form of theme books and electronic books that have been prepared by the government so that it is necessary to develop practical and effective teaching materials. The students’ higher order thinking skills based on pretest dominated in medium category (51.85%). 2) The development of these teaching materials uses the Four-D teaching material development procedure from Thiagarajan which consists of the defining, designing, developing, and disseminating stages, 3) Thematic critical literacy based digital learning material (TCL-DLM) have met the validity criteria, because the results of validation from material experts and the learning design of teaching materials is in the very valid category (M = 3,82), 4) Thematic critical literacy based digital learning material (TCL-DLM) is in the effective category because there is an increase in the results of tests of higher-order thinking skills after the application of Thematic critical literacy based digital learning material (TCL-DLM) in class VI students of SD Telkom Makassar. Postest category dominated in very good category (81.48%). In addition, teachers and students expressed a positive response. 5) Thematic critical literacy based digital learning material (TCL-DLM) is also in the practical category because it has been well implemented which includes the criteria of ease of use, time efficiency and very practical benefits. The recommendation of this research is Thematic critical literacy based digital learning material (TCL-DLM), needs more developed both in terms of material and features of digital teaching materials and more interesting so students' higher-order thinking skills can be better.