Bachelor of Elementary Education, Cordova Public College
Student Research
Project-Based Learning (PBL), an instructional approach that engages students in exploring real-world problems and challenges through collaborative projects. This research aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of PBL in enhancing critical thinking skills among students at Cogon Elementary School during the 2024 2025 academic year. Utilizing a quasi-experimental methodology, the study compared students' performance on pre-tests and post-tests after being introduced to PBL strategies, Findings indicated that students who participated in PBL activities exhibited marked improvements in critical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and engagement with scientific investigations. Furthermore, participants expressed high levels of satisfaction with the PBL. approach, emphasizing its interactive, hands-on nature as a key factor in deepening their understanding of science concepts. Based on these outcomes, the study concludes that PBL is a highly effective teaching method for fostering critical thinking and active involvement in science education. It is recommended that Grade 6 science educators incorporate PBL into their instructional plans and that school leaders allocate appropriate resources to ensure its successful integration.
Critical Thinking, Science, Project-Based Learning
Cordova Public College
[1] A. M. T. CASIAO et al., “ENHANCING CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS IN SCIENCE 6 THROUGH PROJECT - BASED LEARNING (PBL),” unpublished student research, Cordova Public College, 2025.
