Application of problem-based learning assisted intelligent learning media to improve the cognitive aspects of students

Abstract

Problem Solving is one of the capabilities that must be possessed by students in the department of Software Engineering, this ability is directly proportional to the cognitive abilities possessed by learners. Problem Based Learning Method (PBL) is a proven learning method in improving problem solving ability of learners. To determine the effect of PBL on students majoring in Software Engineering, conducted research on students, using the PBL method that is assisted with learning media. Learners are divided into groups to be given a 'problem' to be solved by each group. Educators can provide educators questions that lead to the solution of problems given to learners in the form of materials, scripts or in other forms of learning media. Learning media made with Intelligent Tutoring System (ITS) where this media can guide learners in depth of certain material that has not been mastered. This can be seen from giving media suggestions to learners after doing pretest or posttest. The results of this study can be quite successful with an increase in the gain index of 0.36 that can be categorized as a moderate increase.