Student's performance dataset on multidimensional 21st-century thinking skills in physics ability assessment.

Area of Science:

• Educational Measurement
• Physics Education
• 21st-Century Skills Assessment

Background:

• Assessing 21st-century thinking skills is crucial for modern education and academic achievement.
• Existing educational standards require alignment with evolving learning competencies.
• Physics ability is conceptualized as a multidimensional construct for assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present an open dataset on the educational measurement of students' critical and creative thinking skills.
• To provide a framework for assessing physics ability as a multidimensional construct.
• To support the development of effective assessment models for 21st-century competencies.

Main Methods:

• Data collected using 12 essay items developed by researchers.
• Instruments reviewed by experts in educational measurement and physics education.
• Assessment conducted with 330 Indonesian senior high school students.

Main Results:

• A structured questionnaire assessed instrument practicality and usefulness post-assessment.
• Overall positive responses were received regarding the developed instruments.
• An open dataset on student performance in critical and creative thinking was generated.

Conclusions:

• The dataset supports the creation of improved assessment models for 21st-century competencies.
• Valuable insights are provided for educators, researchers, and policymakers.
• Informs curriculum design and policy development aligned with 21st-century learning objectives.