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The effect of strengthening the literacy movement in natural and social sciences (IPAS) learning on improving students' scientific literacy and critical thinking skills

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Literacy is an essential 21st-century skill, encompassing critical thinking and scientific literacy as key elements in science education. This study analyzes the effect of strengthening the School Literacy Movement (Gerakan Literasi Sekolah or GLS) in Natural and Social Sciences (IPAS) learning on students' scientific literacy and critical thinking skills. The study employed a quasi-experimental design involving 41 fourth-grade students from SDN 01 Wanarejan, divided into experimental and control classes. The experimental class received a systematic integration of the School Literacy Movement (GLS) in Natural and Social Sciences (IPAS) learning. The findings showed that integrating GLS into IPAS learning significantly improved students' scientific literacy and critical thinking skills. This study concludes that a well-planned integration of GLS in IPAS learning can support the development of students' higher-order thinking skills.

Source: Primary Jurnal Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar

DOI: 10.33578/jpfkip-v14i1.p11-28

Authors: Diah Susilowati, Bagus Ardi Saputro, Agus Sutono

Institution: Universitas PGRI Semarang

Language: English

Topic: Science Education and Pedagogy

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $39