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In the current digital era, social media has become an open space filled with streams of information, including invalid ones. Santri, as the future generation of the ummah, are required to have critical thinking skills to filter, analyze, and make wise decisions. Islamic boarding schools as traditional Islamic educational institutions are faced with the challenge to remain relevant amidst technological developments. This study aims to: 1) Find out the strategies of Pondok Pesantren Daruttaqwa III Gresik in improving students’ critical thinking skills toward social media developments, 2) Identify supporting and inhibiting factors in the implementation of the strategy, 3) Understand the role of Pondok Pesantren Daruttaqwa III in integrating traditional values with modern approaches to sharpen students’ critical thinking skills. This research uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis includes data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results show that the strategies include: 1) Integration of digital literacy and critical thinking in the formal education curriculum, 2) Character building and supervision in the dormitory environment as a key strategy, 3) Strengthening through extracurricular activities, awareness campaigns, and limited training. Supporting factors include strong leadership, dedication from teachers and administrators, presence of traditional Islamic values as ethical foundations, and increased student awareness. Obstacles include time limitations, lack of structured materials, varying digital literacy levels, and the rapid evolution of social media. The pesantren has successfully integrated Islamic values such as tabayyun, adab, amanah, and husnudzon with modern approaches.

In the current digital era, social media has become an open space filled with streams of information, including invalid ones. Santri, as the future generation of the ummah, are required to have critical thinking skills to filter, analyze, and make wise decisions. Islamic boarding schools as traditional Islamic educational institutions are faced with the challenge to remain relevant amidst technological developments. This study aims to: 1) Find out the strategies of Pondok Pesantren Daruttaqwa III Gresik in improving students’ critical thinking skills toward social media developments, 2) Identify supporting and inhibiting factors in the implementation of the strategy, 3) Understand the role of Pondok Pesantren Daruttaqwa III in integrating traditional values with modern approaches to sharpen students’ critical thinking skills. This research uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis includes data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results show that the strategies include: 1) Integration of digital literacy and critical thinking in the formal education curriculum, 2) Character building and supervision in the dormitory environment as a key strategy, 3) Strengthening through extracurricular activities, awareness campaigns, and limited training. Supporting factors include strong leadership, dedication from teachers and administrators, presence of traditional Islamic values as ethical foundations, and increased student awareness. Obstacles include time limitations, lack of structured materials, varying digital literacy levels, and the rapid evolution of social media. The pesantren has successfully integrated Islamic values such as tabayyun, adab, amanah, and husnudzon with modern approaches.

This study aims to determine the use of YouTube learning media in improving students' critical thinking skills in history subjects of class XI at SMAN 1 Karangrejo. The background of this study is based on the low interest in learning and students' critical thinking skills in understanding abstract and narrative historical materials. YouTube media is considered as one of the interactive and interesting learning alternatives, which can visualize historical events in a concrete and easy-to-understand manner. The formulation of the problem obtained by the author is how the use of YouTube media among class XI students at SMAN 1 Karangrejo, in supporting the teaching and learning process. How effective is the use of YouTube-based learning media on the critical thinking skills of class XI students, in history subjects at SMAN 1 Karangrejo. From the formulation of the problem, the purpose of writing is to find out the use of YouTube media among class XI students at SMAN 1 Karangrejo, in supporting the teaching and learning process. To find out the effectiveness of the use of YouTube-based learning media on the critical thinking skills of class XI students, in history subjects at SMAN 1 Karangrejo. This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study type. Data collection techniques are carried out through observation, in-depth interviews with history teachers and students, and documentation. The main focus of this study is on the learning process, student responses to the use of YouTube media, and how the media facilitates the development of students' critical thinking skills. The results of the study showed that the use of YouTube media had a positive impact on improving students' critical thinking skills. The historical videos shown were able to stimulate curiosity, encourage discussion, and help students analyze and evaluate historical events in more depth. In addition, students became more active, enthusiastic, and involved in the learning process.

This study aims to determine whether the problem solving method can improve critical thinking skills and motivation of class VII students at Mtsn 1 Kota Blitar. The researcher used a quantitative research method, using a control class and an experimental class. The study was conducted with 36 students in the control class and 38 students in the experimental class. The results of the T-Test on the critical thinking questionnaire showed that there was a significant difference between the problem solving learning model and students' critical thinking, this is evidenced by a significance value of 0.73. The decision of 0.73> 0.05 indicates that Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted, the results of the T-Test on the learning motivation questionnaire show that there is a significant difference between the problem solving learning model and students' learning motivation, this can be proven by a significance value of 0.001. The decision where 0.001> 0.05 indicates that H0 is rejected while Ha is accepted. The results of the T-Test on student learning outcomes obtained from the pre-test and post-test show that there is a significant influence between the problem solving learning model and student learning outcomes. This is proven by a significance value of 0.000. The decision where 0.000>0.05 indicates that H0 is rejected while Ha is accepted.

In the midst of the digital era filled with various information, the ability to sort and understand accurate information is very necessary so that students can better understand Islamic teachings. The service of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning assistance by improving students' critical thinking skills aims to explore effective learning methods in PAI subjects in order to improve the critical thinking skills of grade XI students at SMK Hayatul Islam. This study applies the assistance method, which includes the stages of observation and coordination, implementation, and evaluation and reflection. Based on the results of the service, it shows that the use of discussion-based methods, problem solving, and analysis of religious texts helps hone students' critical thinking skills. They become more active in conveying ideas and are able to connect religious concepts with everyday life. However, there are several obstacles found, such as students' difficulty in constructing logical arguments and time constraints in the learning process. Therefore, more intensive assistance from teachers and the application of more varied methods are needed so that PAI learning is more effective in developing students' critical thinking patterns.

This study focuses on the effect of applying the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) model in the topic of reaction rate on the ability to think critically and the formation of character values of students in geographically remote areas (remote areas). This approach is designed to strengthen learners' understanding of scientific concepts in a relevant and contextual manner, by connecting them to the dynamics of real life - both in the personal, social and cultural domains. Thus, learners have the opportunity to build conceptual insights and adaptive skills independently. In addition, this real situation-based method contributes to fostering character values such as responsibility, discipline, innovation, curiosity, as well as social interaction skills and effective communication during the learning process. The literature review was conducted by collecting scientific publications released between 2018 and 2025. The findings of this review confirmed that the CTL approach has a real positive impact in honing critical thinking skills and fostering learners' character that supports their academic achievement. Therefore, it can be concluded that CTL is an efficient and relevant pedagogical method to be applied in teaching high school chemistry.

The purpose of this research is to  find the impact of Project Based Learning on the  Critical Thinking Skills of 5-6 Years Old Children. This is a quatitative experimental research (One Group Pretest-post-test). The Population of this research consists of 12 children, and the sample is 12 group B children aged 5-6 years at Tk Pertiwi, Bone Subdistrict, Bone Bolango Regency. The Data analysis technique uses stastistics data processing. The results showed an increase in the average pre-test, obtaining a score of 59.84, and the resuld of the average value of the negative difference is (-21.28091). Meanwhile, the average post-test is 81.62. Therefore, it shows a significant difference between the pretest and posttest scores with a p-value of 0.000, so the hypothesis results are” confirmed,”  where the significant value of 0.000, <alpha value of 0.05. In other words, H0 is rejected and H1 is confirmed. It can be conluded that projct-based learning impacts the criticalthinking ability of 5-6 year old children at Pertiwi Kindergarten, Bone District, Bone Bolango Regency.

This study examines the role of logic in critical thinking as an effort to develop the ability to understand and interpret information. Focusing on the importance of logic in the process of critical thinking, this research explores how the use of logic can help individuals understand and interpret information more effectively. Through an examination of the concepts of logic and critical thinking, this study aims to depict the relationship between these two aspects in the context of developing the ability to understand and interpret information. By understanding the role of logic in critical thinking, it is hoped to provide deeper insights into how individuals can enhance their ability to understand and interpret information more effectively.

This article explores the important role of logic as a critical foundation in thinking. Logic is a branch of philosophy that studies the rules of correct and valid reasoning. In a world that is complex and full of information, the ability to think critically is becoming increasingly important. Logic helps individuals to understand the structure of arguments, recognize errors in reasoning, and reach rational conclusions. By learning the basics of logic, a person can hone their thinking abilities, improve problem-solving abilities, and strengthen communication skills. This article discusses basic concepts in logic, such as statements, arguments, and common logical errors, as well as the benefits of learning logic in everyday life and in various scientific disciplines. With a strong understanding of logic, individuals can become more critical, analytical, and effective thinkers in facing the complex challenges of the modern world.

The purpose of this study is to review more deeply the use of digital media kahoot: by dragon box in learning mathematics accompanied by a description of the obstacles experienced during the use of digital-based learning media: kahoot number by dragon box in learning mathematics in training children to think critically.  Qualitative description methods with interview techniques and the application of digital media include participatory observation, interviews, and documentation.  The subjects of this study were students aged 6-9 years from Kindergarten to Grade 3 Elementary School. The results of this study indicated that the implementation of digital teaching media was carried out in four stages, namely the action planning stage to develop a plan for using digital teaching media that is suitable for use in learning mathematics in training children to think critically,  the stage of carrying out the action by learning mathematics material using digital media through the educational game kahoot: numbers by dragon box, the stage of the action results as an effort to successfully use digital teaching media that is good for the development of children's thinking from the beginning to the end of use, and the stage of reflection by assessing how the process  implementation and results in the use of digital teaching media for children aged 6-9 years.  And the obstacles found in the use of digital teaching media are in the form of installing applications and registering accounts, the process of carrying out digital teaching media.

Berdasarkan hasil observasi dan wawancara dengan guru kelas V di SD Negeri 1 Waluyorejo menunjukkan bahwa kemampuan berfikir kritis peserta didik masih rendah dalam pembelajaran tematik. Oleh sebab itu, perlu dibutuhkan alternatif medel pembalajaran yang dapat meningkatkan kemampuan berfikir ktitis peserta didik dalam pembelajaran tematik. Penelitian ini bertujuan meningkatkan kemempuan berfikir kritis pada pelajaran tematik melalui penerapan model pembelajaran Problem Based Instruction (PBI) pada siswa kelas V SD. Jenis penelitian adalah penelitian tindakan kelas yang melibatkan siswa kelas V yang berjumlah 19 orang siswa. Pengumpulan data hasil belajar siswa dikumpulkan dengan tes hasil belajar, metode analisis data dengan analisis deskriptif kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa hasil belajar mata pelajaran tematik melalui penerapan model pembelajaran Problem based instruction (PBI) pada siswa kelas V hasil peneliitian menunjukkan bahwa kemampuan berfikir kritis dapat meningkat dari siklus ke siklus. Pada pra siklus 15,8%, siklus I 52,65%, siklus II 89,45 sehingga dikategori "sangat kritis". Sehingga penerapan model Problem Based Instruction bisa menjadi alternatif dalam meningkatkan kemampuan berfikir kritis peserta didik di sekolah dasar.

Students must understand economics in order to have adequate economic literacy. Students can use economics as a guide to find out markets, prices, and the type of business required for entrepreneurship. In critical thinking involves self-evaluation which results in analysis, evaluation, and explanation with conclusions based on evidence, concepts, methods, criteria, or contextual considerations. This study aims to analyze the influence of economic literacy in improving students' critical thinking skills in the 21st century. The method used in this research is in the form of literature study method, namely by using previous literature related to the research topic. The results of the study show that to produce competent individuals who are able to understand, involve, utilize, analyze and transform existing information, literacy must become a culture that is instilled from an early age. To be able to compete with the outside world and improve literacy skills, students must create a literacy culture that is instilled from an early age to produce competent human beings who are able to understand, involve, use, analyze and transform existing information.

School is an element of activity that will accommodate various student characters. One of them is critical thinking. Critical thinking will have an impact on the learning process and the results that will be obtained by students. However, in critical thinking, it has a weakness that becomes something that must be improved. The purpose of this research is to examine the weaknesses of critical thinking of SMK students. The method used is a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis. Data collection techniques using observation and interview techniques. The results of this study are to describe the weaknesses of students in critical thinking