The Application of The Discovery Learning Model in Wave Concepts to Enhance High School Students’ Cognitive and Problem-Solving Skills

Ridwan Assidik; Parlindungan Sinaga; Muhamad Gina Nugraha

doi:10.61142/esj.v4i1.364

Authors

Ridwan Assidik Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Parlindungan Sinaga Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Muhamad Gina Nugraha Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61142/esj.v4i1.364

Keywords:

Discovery Learning, Cognitive Ability, Problem-solving Skills

Abstract

This study aims to implement the Discovery Learning model to improve the cognitive abilities and problem-solving skills of high school students on the topic of waves. The research method used is pre-experimental with a one-group pretest-posttest design. Research instruments include objective tests to measure cognitive abilities and essay tests to measure problem-solving skills. The results show that the application of the Discovery Learning model provides a significant contribution to student learning outcomes. Cognitive ability improved with an average N-Gain value of 0.76, which is classified in the High category. Meanwhile, problem-solving skills also increased with an average N-Gain value of 0.79, also in the High category. Overall, the Discovery Learning model is effective in improving the mastery of cognitive concepts; however, more intensive guidance and continuous habituation are required to optimize students' systematic problem-solving skills.

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