The Implementation of Mind Mapping-Assisted Problem-Based Learning Model in Geography Lessons to Enhance Critical Thinking Skills of SMA

The low level of critical thinking skills among students in geography lessons in class XI.F at SMA Negeri 3 Singaraja is a problem that needs to be solved. In this regard, a classroom action research (CAR) study was conducted to analyze the application of the Mind Mapping-assisted PBL model in geography lessons and to improve critical thinking skills through the Mind Mapping-assisted Problem-Based Learning model. This study used Kemmis & McTaggart's Classroom Action Research (CAR) design, which was carried out in two cycles with 42 students in class XI F of SMA Negeri 3 Singaraja as the research subjects. Data were collected through observation and tests, then analyzed using descriptive quantitative methods.. The results showed that the application of the Mind Mapping-assisted Problem-Based Learning model went well. Students' critical thinking skills increased by 22.20%. Thus, the Mind Mapping-assisted Problem-Based Learning model is efficacious in improving students' critical thinking skills in geography at SMA Negeri 3 Singaraja.