Problem-Based Learning with Concept Mapping

   Summary of Meidiana & Pertiwi (2024)

Background & Existing Knowledge

Problem-based learning (PBL) promotes student-driven inquiry, while concept mapping provides a structured way to visualize problem-solving processes and enhance science literacy​.

New Insights from This Study

✔ The integration of PBL and concept mapping significantly improved students' ability to analyze and explain scientific concepts more clearly and effectively.
✔ Students in the experimental group demonstrated higher engagement in discussions and a stronger ability to connect theory with practical applications.
✔ The structured visual framework provided by concept mapping helped students correct misconceptions and strengthened their reasoning skills.

Practical Applications: How Educators Can Use This Research

📌 Use concept maps in PBL activities to help students organize their findings, structure arguments, and visualize solutions to scientific problems.
📌 Design group-based concept mapping tasks to encourage peer interaction, collaboration, and diverse problem-solving approaches.
📌 Apply this strategy in science literacy assessments to measure students' ability to connect and apply key concepts effectively.

Conclusion

Combining problem-based learning with concept mapping enhances students’ analytical skills, comprehension, and ability to express scientific knowledge.

Reference
Meidiana, L. M., & Pertiwi, K. R. (2024). A Combination of Problem-Based Learning and Concept Mapping Significantly Increases Science Literacy and Discussion Skills of Senior High School Students. Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA, 10(5), 2407–2415. https://doi.org/10.29303/jppipa.v10i5.7051

Suggested Citation
Ross, E. M., & Malar, D. B. J. (2025). Problem-Based Learning with Concept Mapping. Excellent Educator, 2(7), 6.