Application of think pairs share-based learning model to increase middle school students^ critical thinking ability
Yuli Widiyono, Joko Purwanto, Edi Sunjayanto, Riawan Yudi Purwoko, Suyitno

Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo

Abstract

The objectives to be achieved in the learning process of speaking skills by developing a think pair share-based learning model, one of which is to improve the critical thinking skills of junior high school students. The design of this speaking model development is by adapting Borg and Gall^s theory. From the results of the development of a Think Pair Share-based speaking learning model to improve the critical thinking of junior high school students, the results of expert validation obtained the results and were categorized as valid. In terms of practicality, the model applied to the speaking learning process is in a good category. Based on the criteria of validity and practicality, the model developed is feasible to be used as an alternative to developing speaking learning to increase students^ critical thinking skills so as to produce more focused speaking skills and produce quality thinking.

Keywords: Speaking, think pairs share, critical thinking

Topic: Education