The use of socio-critical and problem-oriented approach integrated with green chemistry to develop participant's 21st century skills in hydrocarbon and petroleum learning

Abstract

The aim of this research was the use of Socio-critical and Problem-oriented approach integrated with green chemistry to develop participant's 21st century skills in hydrocarbon and petroleum learning. This approach connects concepts to social issues in participants' lives. This research was conducted in grade X from 78 high schools in Jakarta, Indonesia. Qualitative research was employed using the data collection techniques of observation, interview, reflective journal, and a 21st century skills questionnaire developed by Triling and Fadel, (2009). The results show that a socio-critical and problem-oriented approach helped developed several 21st century skills in participants. The most dominant skills appear to be in communication and collaboration, information literacy, ICT literacy, and social and culture interaction. Finally, a socio-critical and problem-oriented approach, integrated with green chemistry, could motivate participants to become more actively involved in solving environmental problems.