Published date: Nov 11 2024

Journal Title: KnE Social Sciences

Issue title: 8th International Seminar on Education 2024 (8th Isedu)

Pages: 70–80

DOI: 10.18502/kss.v9i31.17560

Andrea Mawar HutasoitDepartment of Primary Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Pattimura University Ambon - Indonesia

Cristina GintingDepartment of Primary Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Pattimura University Ambon - Indonesia

Haganta TariganDepartment of Primary Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Pattimura University Ambon - Indonesia

Marleny Leasamarlenyleasa3@gmail.comDepartment of Primary Teacher Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Pattimura University Ambon - Indonesia

The ability to think critically is a skill that must be possessed by elementary school students in the era of globalization. This ability enables learners to analyze information, solve problems, and make informed decisions. This study aimed to develop a valid and reliable critical thinking test instrument to measure the critical thinking ability of elementary school students in Ambon City. This study is a type of research and development with the stages: needs analysis, instrument development, instrument validation, and instrument testing. The subject of the study is a 5

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