Analysis Of The Application Of The Problem Based Learning (PBL) Model In Science Learning: A Literature Review

Authors

  • Tri Kusdianto Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Indonesia
  • Asri Widowati Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Indonesia
  • Winarno Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21831/jpip.v19i2.99166

Keywords:

Problem Based Learning, Science, assessment of learning outcomes, literature review

Abstract

Problem Based Learning (PBL) is a learning model that is student-centered and problem-solving-oriented. Various studies show that this model is able to improve the quality of science learning at various levels of education. This article aims to analyze research trends and the impact of the application of the PBL model in science learning based on the results of published research. The method used was a literature review of 15 national articles indexed by SINTA published in the range of 2020–2024. The analysis was carried out on aspects of the educational level, learning materials, supporting media, research methods, and research results. The results of the study show that PBL is most widely applied at the elementary school level. The dominant research method used is Classroom Action Research (PTK). PBL has been proven to be effective in improving learning outcomes, concept understanding, critical thinking skills, problem-solving skills, learning motivation, and student participation. The use of supporting media such as audio-visual, dioramas, e-comics, interactive multimedia, and visual media further increases the effectiveness of the application of PBL in science learning.

Keywords: : Problem Based Learning, Science, learning outcomes, literature review

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2026-10-14

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Tri Kusdianto, Widowati, A., & Winarno. (2026). Analysis Of The Application Of The Problem Based Learning (PBL) Model In Science Learning: A Literature Review. Jurnal Penelitian Ilmu Pendidikan, 19(2), 151–160. https://doi.org/10.21831/jpip.v19i2.99166

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