MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN BERPIKIR KRITIS SISWA KELAS V SDK PUUBHETO MELALUI METODE PROBLEM SOLVING DALAM PEMBELAJARAN IPA

This classroom action research uses the Kurt Lewint model in a collaborative-participatory manner which aims to describe the application of problem solving methods and the critical thinking skills of class V students of SDK PuUbheto. Data were collected through observation and tests, analyzed by triangulation, and quantitative descriptions. Pre-cycle observations showed that many students were illogical in thinking. The learning outcomes of cycle 1 the average value of aspects of critical thinking skills from 1.57 to 3.71. This aspect of the critical thinking process stands out in real-life knowledge with a mean score of 2.07. Good category teacher activity. 68.75% of students have not finished studying. The result of learning cycle 2, the skill aspect in critical thinking increases. The teacher's activity is very good, and all students study thoroughly