The Effect Of Puzzle Media-Assisted Problem-Based Learning Model On Student Learning Outcomes

Abstract

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model integrated with puzzle media in improving the learning outcomes of first-grade elementary students in the subject of Civic Education (PKN), specifically on the topic of "Obeying Rules." The background of the study stems from the observation that students often have a weak understanding of discipline and compliance values due to teacher-centered learning approaches that lack active student involvement. This research employed a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques including classroom observations, interviews, and document analysis. The findings revealed that implementing the PBL model supported by puzzle media significantly enhanced students’ learning outcomes, with an average score increase from 62 (pre-learning) to 87 (post-learning). Furthermore, the use of puzzle media successfully stimulated students' engagement, curiosity, and conceptual understanding through concrete and enjoyable visual representations. Both teachers and students responded positively to this model, as it encouraged active, collaborative learning aligned with the cognitive development stage of early-grade learners. This study contributes to the innovation of character-based Civic Education learning in primary schools and recommends the integration of active learning methods supported by visual media into the curriculum. Such an approach plays a vital role in shaping disciplined behavior from an early age and aligns with the goals of the "Profil Pelajar Pancasila" within Indonesia’s Merdeka Curriculum framework.