The Influence of Problem Solving Learning Method on Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) on Senior High School Students

Abstract

This study determines the significant influence of applying the Problem-Solving learning method on Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) in SMA Negeri 2 Baubau students. This study aimed to see the effect of applying the Problem Solving learning method to HOTS. This study used a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental type of research and a Pretest-Posttest Control Group Design as a research design. The population in this study were all students of X grade at SMA Negeri 2 Baubau. The sample was taken by two classes using a simple random sampling technique: class XIPA9, which amounted to 37 people as the experimental class, and class X IPA 6, which amounted to 37 people as the control class. The study instrument was in the form of a HOTS description test. The results obtained were: 1) the average HOTS of the experimental class pretest was 17.567; 2) the average HOTS of the experimental class's post-test results was 45.540; 3) the average HOTS of the control class pretest was 19.783; 4) the average HOTS of the control class posttest results was 27.432. Based on the average Higher Order Thinking Skill (HOTS) and paying attention to the results of inferential analysis using the t-test, it showed that the application of Problem Solving learning method significantly influenced Higher Order Thinking Skill (HOTS) at SMA Negeri 2 Baubau students.