The Implementation of Learning Materials Based on Local Wisdom of Agricultural in Binjai to Improve the Students Problem Solving Abilities

Abstract

The aim of the study was to measure the effectiveness of learning materials based on local wisdom of agriculture in Binjai in improving the students' problem-solving abilities. The research method was a quasi-experimental. The sample of study were students that consisted of experiment group which used learning materials based on local wisdom of agriculture in Binjai and control group that used student handbooks. Learning materials were tested by material experts and technology experts to ensure the quality of learning materials. The results showed that the learning materials based on local wisdom of agriculture in Binjai effective in improving students' problem-solving abilities in the experimental group students based on the results of N gain value were 0.67 which has medium criteria. It means learning materials based on agricultural local wisdom of agriculture in Binjai can be used as one of the learning materials in learning activities.