Abstract

Conclusion. The Pentagram strategy significantly improved cognitive depth skills among seventh-grade students in social studies through the use of open-ended questions, analysis, interpretation, and real-life applications. This approach is effective for designing educational situations targeting advanced thinking, especially in primary education. The study recommends incorporating activities, training teachers, and comparing the effectiveness of the Pentagram strategy with other cognitive strategies.

Keywords: Pentagram, Multimedia, Cognitive Depth.

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