Project-based Learning in The Relationship of Motivation and Critical Thinking to The Competence of Electrical Engineering Students

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Subuh Isnur Haryudo, Ekohariadi, Munoto, Lilik Anifah, Fendi Achmad

2022 Journal of Engineering Education Transformations Vol. 36 Issue 2 Article Cited by 2 Quartile

Abstract

Project-based learning (PjBL) is a meaningful learning model in empowering and developing the skills of college students. PjBL will affect the motivation and critical thinking patterns of college students towards the achievement of 21st-century competencies. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between motivation and critical thinking on the competence of electrical through project-based learning. The research method uses a qualitative approach with an explanatory type. The research respondents were 302 final-year Electrical Engineering students from 5 universities with the competence of Electrical Installation Automation. The research instrument used a student response questionnaire type of measures of typical performance (MTP). The results of the statistical analysis test using SEM-PLS obtained a positive R-Square (indicator reliability) value of 0.961 or 96% having predictive relevance, meaning that motivation and critical thinking have a positive and significant impact on the competence of Electrical Engineering students. © 2022, Rajarambapu Institute Of Technology. All rights reserved.

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Department of Electrical Engineering, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia; Department of Informatics Engineering, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia; Vocational Education, Graduate School, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia