The Development of Problem-solving Skill and Learning Achievement in The Subject of Civic Duties by Inquiry Method of Using the graphic layout technique Mathayomsuksa

Abstract

The objectives of this research were to study the current state of learning management, to develop problem-solving thinking skills, to compare learning achievement, and to investigate student satisfaction with inquiry-based learning using graphic organizer techniques. The sample group consisted of Matthayom Suksa 1 students from five classrooms at Khwaorai Suksa School, Maha Sarakham Province. From a random draw, Class 1/2 (26 students) was assigned as the experimental group, and Class 1/3 (27 students) as the control group. The research instruments included: a questionnaire on the current state of learning management, learning management plans, a problem-solving thinking skills test, an academic achievement test, and a satisfaction questionnaire. The statistics used in the study included mean, standard deviation, percentage, and hypothesis testing (t-test for dependent samples). The findings were as follows: 1. Regarding the current state of learning management, students reported the highest level of agreement in three areas: content, teaching and learning activities, and assessment and evaluation. Two areas - problem-based learning management and student self-assessment - were rated at a moderate level. Overall, opinions were at a high level. 2. For the problem-solving thinking skills of the experimental group receiving inquiry-based learning with graphic organizer techniques, the post-test scores were significantly higher than the pre-test scores at the 0.05 level of statistical significance, confirming the research hypothesis. 3. In terms of learning achievement, the experimental group that received inquiry-based learning with graphic organizer techniques showed post-test scores significantly higher than the pre-test scores at the 0.05 level of statistical significance, consistent with the hypothesis. 4. Student satisfaction with inquiry-based learning using graphic organizer techniques among Matthayom Suksa 1 students at Khwaorai Suksa School, Maha Sarakham Province was found to be at the highest level.