The Development of Analytical Thinking Abilities Using Geographical Learning Process of Grade 7 Students The Development of Analytical Thinking Abilities Using Geographical Learning Process of Grade 7 Students

Abstract

Learning management in the subject of Geography emphasizes memorization, primarily using lecture-based teaching due to the extensive content, in which students act only as passive recipients of knowledge. Moreover, it results in students lacking self-directed learning skills, particularly analytical thinking skills. This research aims to develop analytical thinking abilities of Grade 7 students by using learning management through geographical processes, aiming for a passing score of 75%. The target group consisted of 12 Grade 7 students in the first semester of the academic year 2025 at Ban Hong Sang School, under the jurisdiction of Roi Et Primary Educational Service Area Office 2. The research employed an action research design based on the concept of Kemmis & McTaggart. The instruments used for data collection included: 1) six lesson plans using geographical processes, totaling 12 hours, with an average instrument quality value of 4.86 2) three sets of multiple-choice tests (4 options each) measuring analytical thinking abilities, each set containing 15 items, with an average content validity index of 0.93 and 3) student interviews after experiencing learning management through geographical processes, with an average index of alignment between interview items and questions of 0.94. The statistics used for data analysis included mean, percentage, and standard deviation.

          The research results found that, in Action Cycle 1, six students, or 50%, met the specified criterion of 75%. In Action Cycle 2, eight students, or 66.67%, met the specified criterion of 75%. In Action Cycle 3, all 12 students, or 100%, met the specified criterion of 75%.

          In conclusion, learning management using geographical processes can develop students’ analytical thinking abilities, as this learning process provides opportunities for students to learn independently and analyze information systematically, resulting in progressively improved analytical thinking abilities effectively.