Implementation of Science Learning Based on Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) in Elementary Schools
Keywords:
HOTS, science learning, elementary school, critical thinking, descriptive analysis
Abstract
This study aims to describe the implementation of Science learning based on Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) in grades I and IV at SDIT Al Insan Islamic School, Bekasi City. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results show that teachers have designed and implemented HOTS-oriented lesson plans, despite facing constraints such as limited resources and varying levels of student understanding. The solutions applied include teacher training and contextual learning approaches. This study concludes that HOTS-based learning enhances students' critical and analytical thinking skills, although several challenges remain in its implementation.
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Dilah, S. (2023). Pembelajaran IPA Berbasis Higher Order Thinking Skills di SD Era Society 5.0.Review Pendidikan Dasar: Jurnal Kajian Pendidikan Dan Hasil Penelitian. https://doi.org/10.26740/jrpd.v9n3.p161-166
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Hidayat, M. A., Agustin, D. T., Hana, N., Ramadhani, R., Pratiwi, D. A., & Aslamiah, A. (2025). Keunggulan Implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka Berbasis Pendekatan Deep Learning di SDN 1 Sungai Besar.Pendas: Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan Dasar.
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Nirtha, E., Hanip, R., & Tembang, Y. (2024). Strategi Guru (SAGU) dalam implementasi HOTS pada Pembelajaran di SD INPRES Polder Merauke: Sebuah Analisis.Kelola: Jurnal Manajemen Pendidikan. https://doi.org/10.24246/j.jk.2024.v11.i1.p71-81
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Rahayu, S., Yudi, Y., Rahayu, R., & Luthfi, M. (2023). The relationship of balanced scorecard perspectives and government organization performance measurement.International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJPPM-05-2021-0308
Ramadhani, F., Nurfadilah, Khotimah, St. K., & Taqwa, R. A. (2024).Implementasi Lots Dan Hots Serta Implikasi Pada Proses Pembelajaran Di Sekolah Dasar. https://doi.org/10.70292/jpcp.v2i2.113
Suharno, S., Akhyar, M., Pambudi, N. A., Roemintoyo, R., Sukatiman, S., Habsya, C., & Cahyono, B. (2022). Menguji Kesiapan Belajar Siswa Berbasis High Order Thinking Skill di Indonesia.Jiptek: Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan Teknik Dan Kejuruan. https://doi.org/10.20961/jiptek.v15i1.65187
Triana, A., & Ulfah, M. (2024). Nilai – Nilai Pendidikan Agama Dalam Menjaga Kelestarian Lingkungan Melalui Kajian QS. Ali Imron Ayat 190 - 191.Kutubkhanah. https://doi.org/10.24014/kutubkhanah.v24i1.30193
Urbayatun, S., Suyatno, S., Maryani, I., Bhakti, C. P., & Ghiffari, M. A. N. (2020).Students’ perception of Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) learning in West Nusa Tenggara. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003035978-43
Utaminingsih, R., & Rahayu, A. (2021).Penggunaan bahan ajar berbasis higher order thinking sklills (hots) dalam mata kuliah pengembanganan pembelajaran ipa sd. https://doi.org/10.30738/TRIHAYU.V7I2.9168
Wahidin, W. (2023).Pelaksanaan Evaluasi Pembelajaran Berbasis Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS). https://doi.org/10.71382/sinova.v1i3.32
White, C. P. (2004). Student Portfolios: An Alternative Way of Encouraging and Evaluating Student Learning.New Directions for Teaching and Learning. https://doi.org/10.1002/TL.169
Yolanda, A. (2024).Strategi Pembelajaran Kontekstual untuk Meningkatkan Pemahaman Konsep Siswa Sekolah Dasar. https://doi.org/10.61132/pragmatik.v2i3.941
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2025-10-31
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Abdul Gofur, M., ., A., & Hanifah, U. (2025). Implementation of Science Learning Based on Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) in Elementary Schools. El Banar : Jurnal Pendidikan Dan Pengajaran, 8(2), 142-153. https://doi.org/10.54125/elbanar.v8i2.1052
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