Development of Project-Based and Deep Learning-Based Student Worksheets in Basic Biology to Improve Students’ Critical Thinking Skills

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10.2991/978-2-38476-579-9_9How to use a DOI?

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Student Worksheets; Project Based Learning; Deep learning; Critical Thinking

Abstract

This research addresses the urgent need to enhance college students’ critical thinking skills in conventional Basic Biology courses. The Project-Based Learning (PjBL) approach is proven effective in developing higher-order thinking skills. Furthermore, integrating Deep learning into biology education can strengthen students’ critical thinking by encouraging them to connect biological concepts in depth and apply them in real-world contexts. This study aims to develop a Basic Biology student worksheet that integrates a Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model with a Deep learning approach. The goal is to make learning more applicable, meaningful, and reflective, thus equipping students with critical thinking skills. The research is a type of Research and Development (R&D) study, utilizing the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation), a systematic design framework. The primary data collection instruments were expert validation sheets, student response questionnaires, practicality sheets, and effectiveness tests. The research sample consisted of 40 students enrolled in a Basic Biology course. The results indicate that the Deep-PjBL student worksheet is categorized as Valid, Practical, and Effective. Therefore, it can be used in biology education to enhance students’ critical thinking skills.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Resma Wahyuni
AU  - Nursal Nursal
AU  - Irda Sayuti
AU  - Darmadi Darmadi
AU  - Mariani Natalina
AU  - Nadia Ramona
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/05/21
TI  - Development of Project-Based and Deep Learning-Based Student Worksheets in Basic Biology to Improve Students’ Critical Thinking Skills
BT  - Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Education and Social Sciences (ICESS 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 101
EP  - 111
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-579-9_9
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-579-9_9
ID  - Wahyuni2026
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