About Project

Students were expected to learn according to Kodrat Alam (“the nature of nature”) and Kodrat Zaman (“the nature of times”). This research developed a science learning approach based on Ethno-STEM integrated with ETHSEM-Web to improve critical thinking skills. This approach integrated Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with local wisdom and technology in the context of sustainable development, using concrete problems to raise awareness of existing issues, foster behaviour that preserves the socio-cultural environment, and enhance critical thinking skills regarding lifelong learning and Indonesianness.

Research focus

• Elementary School Students (ages 7-12 years): Improving their critical thinking skills by developing and implementing science learning based on Ethno-STEM integrated with ETHSEM-Web.
• Teachers: Developing teaching materials based on the Ethno-STEM integrated ETHSEM-Web approach to guide the implementation of this learning method for enhancing students' critical thinking skills.

Research Step

This research adapted the 4D development model proposed by Sivasailam Thiagarajan, Dorothy S. Semmel, and Melvyn I. Semmel (1974). The stages included:

• Define: observation, problem analysis, in-depth interviews.
• Design: module design.
• Develop: validation, implementation, analysis.
• Disseminate: dissemination via ETHSEM-Web, journal publication, copyright registration.