THE EFFECT OF PROJECT-BASED INQUIRY LEARNING ON STUDENTS’ HIGHER ORDER THINKING AND SCIENCE LITERACY

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This study investigates the effectiveness of the Project-Based Inquiry Learning model in enhancing students' higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) and scientific literacy. Grounded in constructivist learning theory, the research adopted a quasi-experimental design with pretest–post-test control groups involving secondary school students. Standardised instruments assessed HOTS dimensions (analysis, evaluation, creation) and scientific literacy competencies (content, process, and context). Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, paired-samples tests, and ANOVA to determine significance and effect sizes. Findings revealed that students taught through the Project-Based Inquiry approach achieved significantly higher gains in HOTS and scientific literacy than peers in conventional instruction. The results suggest that integrating inquiry-driven projects fosters deeper engagement, critical reasoning, and application of scientific concepts to real-world contexts. These findings highlight the pedagogical potential of project-based inquiry learning as an innovative strategy for strengthening science education and preparing students for 21st-century challenges.

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2026-06-02