The The Effect of the RICOSRE Learning Model on Students' Problem-Solving Abilities and Collaboration Skills in Biology Learning for Grade XI at SMA Negeri 2 Toraja Utara
Abstract
The 21st century demands individuals to apply the 4C skills, especially in biology learning. There are problem-solving abilities and collaboration skills that need to be improved in education using the RICOSRE learning model. Therefore, using this model can improve students' problem-solving abilities and collaboration skills. The study population was all 11th grade science students consisting of 8 study groups with a total of 286 students. The research subjects were class XI A1 as the experimental class and XI A3 as the control class. The research sample was 72 students. Biology learning outcome data were measured using a test instrument consisting of 8 essay questions and a 42-item collaboration ability questionnaire. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 31. The RICOSRE learning model was significantly more capable of solving problems and collaborating optimally in students compared to the direct instruction model. This can be seen from the discussion process that was able to divide tasks evenly, help each other with friends, be active in discussion activities and respect each other in achieving a common goal of problem solving. Although the stages of the indicators were not sequentially continuous, this does not blame the research results. This is certainly influenced by many factors. Therefore, it can be concluded that the RICOSRE learning model is more significant compared to the direct instruction learning model which is less preferred by students.
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