scholarly journals A Thematic Review on Exploring Ethnoscience in Science Education: A Case in Indonesia

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 229-241
Author(s):  
Yohanes Freadyanus Kasi ◽  
Achmad Samsudin ◽  
Ari Widodo ◽  
Riandi Riandi
Keyword(s):  
Science Education ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Eighth Graders ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
School Level ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Concept Understanding ◽  
Collection Data ◽  
Collecting Techniques

This study aims to review the ethnoscience studies in science education in Indonesia thematically. From 2010 to 2020, the databases contained 71 relevant articles of ethnoscience studies. These studies belonged to the content analysis theme parameters of method/design, sample, data collection, data analysis, topic, result, recommendation, and location. The results indicated that most of the ethnoscience studies explored the effect of integrating ethnoscience with the lessons to investigate students’ achievement and attitudes towards science. Correspondingly, the investigated studies mostly used Research and Development (R D) and experimental research design. The preferred data collecting techniques were tests (multiple-choice/description), questionnaires, and observation. Moreover, seventh and eighth graders of junior high school commonly employed the argumentation activities in physics, chemistry, biology, and basic concept of science topics. This study suggests the teachers employ different methods (e.g., ethnoscience) to improve concept understanding, problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and motivation in learning science from the primary school level. Furthermore, resources from cultural activities in Indonesia are beneficial for integrating ethnoscience in learning.

scholarly journals The Effect of a Problem Centered Learning on Student’s Mathematical Critical Thinking

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 124-133
Author(s):  
Lidya Putri Apriliana ◽  
Isnaini Handayani ◽  
Subhan Ajiz Awalludin
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Junior High ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Learning Approach ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Ability ◽  
Thinking Ability

Since Indonesian students’ critical thinking skills in junior high school is still in unexpected level, it should be improved through teaching and learning process. The objective of the study is finding out the influence of problem centered learning approach toward students’ mathematical critical thinking ability. Every student should have mathematical critical thinking skills to make mathematics lessons are easier. Using the critical thinking skills will help students improving problem solving skills. However, the current critical thinking ability of junior high school students is still low. This research used quasi experimental design with Static Group Comparation type. The research sample consisted of two classes with each class of 35 students. The research instrument consists of six questions which indicate a mathematical critical thinking ability. Data analysis of this study used the Mann-Whitney test. The results of the study indicate that there is an effect of the problem-centered learning approach on the students' mathematical critical thinking ability with testing criteria is high.

Science Education and Our Future

1997 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 240-252
Author(s):  
Yervant Terzian
Keyword(s):  
Science Education ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
General Science ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Basic Understanding ◽  
Understanding Of Science ◽  
And Mathematics

We need a workforce with basic understanding of science and mathematics; with problem-solving skills; with communication skills; with critical thinking skills; with skills to understand statistics and probabilities. In general, science education will improve when students realize that in order to get better jobs they need to understand science, mathematics, and technology. The following presents my ten pragmatic suggestions for the improvement of science education in general. 

scholarly journals Instrumen Asesmen Berpikir Kritis Dalam Pembelajaran Membaca Teks Eksposisi untuk Siswa Kelas VIII SMP

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (6) ◽  
pp. 730
Author(s):  
Adi Syahputra Manurung ◽  
Muakibatul Hasanah ◽  
Wahyudi Siswanto
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
School Level ◽  
Assessment Instruments ◽  
High School Level ◽  
Learning To Read ◽  
Junior High School Level ◽  
Use Of Assessment

<p><strong>Abstract:</strong> Critical thinking skills are one of the skills that must be possessed in the 21<sup>st</sup> century. Tools to measure students' thinking competencies can use assessment instruments. Based on the needs analysis, information was obtained that the use of assessment instruments for the junior high school level was still limited. The purpose of this study (1) to develop critical thinking assessment instruments in learning to read exposition texts along with usage guidelines and (2) test the level of validity, reliability, and practicality of the product. The model used is the development of O'Malley and Pierce. The results of product validation and testing show that the product developed is feasible and can be implemented. The data was obtained from the assessment and learning validator, and product tests on students</p><strong>Abstrak:</strong><em> </em>Keterampilan berpikir kritis merupakan salah satu keterampilan yang harus dimiliki pada abad 21. Alat untuk mengukur kompetensi berpikir siswa dapat menggunakan instrumen asesmen. Berdasarkan analisis kebutuhan diperoleh informasi masih terbatasnya penggunaan instrumen asesmen untuk tingkat SMP. Tujuan penelitian ini (1) mengembangkan instrumen asesmen berpikir kritis dalam pembelajaran membaca teks eksposisi beserta panduan penggunaan dan (2) menguji tingkat validitas, reliabilitas, dan kepraktisan produk. Model yang digunakan adalah model pengembangan O’Malley dan Pierce. Hasil validasi dan uji produk menunjukkan bahwa produk yang dikembangkan tergolong layak dan dapat diimplementasikan. Data tersebut diperoleh dari validator asesmen dan pembelajaran, serta uji produk pada siswa.

scholarly journals Research Trends on Ethnoscience based Learning through Bibliometric Analysis: Contributed to Physics Learning

2021 ◽  
Vol 2110 (1) ◽  
pp. 012026
Author(s):  
H N Hidaayatullaah ◽  
N Suprapto ◽  
E Hariyono ◽  
B K Prahani ◽  
D Wulandari
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Scientific Literacy ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Research Trends ◽  
School Level ◽  
Google Scholar ◽  
High School Level ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Physics Learning

Abstract The research purposes are 1) Analyse the results of bibliometric mapping visualization on research trends ethnoscience-based learning and its contribution to physics learning, 2) Analyse author collaboration on research trends ethnoscience-based learning, and 3) Recommendations for future ethnoscience research in physics learning. In this research, the descriptive method is applied with a bibliometric approach. Data was obtained through the Scopus and Google Scholar databases published in the period 2011-2020. The results showed that ethnoscience-based learning made a major contribution to science learning at the elementary to junior high school level and physics at the high school to university level. Ethnoscience can be integrated with learning innovations in schools and can also train/improve students’ thinking skills. Ethnoscience also dominates the social sciences. The recommended research trends in the Scopus and Google Scholar databases are physics learning about ethno-stem, development of ethnoscience-based physics teaching materials, ethnoscience-based physics learning to train students’ scientific literacy and problem-solving skills.

UPAYA MENINGKATKAN KOMPETENSI GURU SMP DALAM MENYUSUN TES HASIL BELAJAR BERBASIS KETERAMPILAN BERPIKIR KRITIS MELALUI SUPERVISI AKADEMIK

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 772
Author(s):  
Leni Suryani
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Student Learning Outcomes ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Teacher Competence ◽  
Collection Data ◽  
High Level ◽  
Teacher Data

This research is motivated by the competence of teachers in preparing poor learning outcomes tests and has not been able to measure high-level thinking skills, especially critical thinking skills. Therefore the researcher seeks to improve teacher competence in compiling tests on student learning outcomes based on critical thinking skills through academic supervision. This study uses a school action research design that has stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. This research was conducted for 2 months starting April 9 to May 17, 2019 for Physics teachers in the 7 target schools. Data is sourced from interviews with teachers and test documents prepared by the teacher. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews and documentation. Data analysis through the stages of data collection, data simplification, data presentation, conclusion drawing. Data were analyzed using assessment rubrics adjusted to indicators of critical thinking skills. The results of this study conclude that teacher competence in preparing tests of learning outcomes based on critical thinking skills has increased from the first cycle with a percentage of 61% with sufficient categories to 76% with good categories in cycle II.

scholarly journals The critical thinking dispositions of students around coffee plantation area in solving algebraic problems

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (2.10) ◽  
pp. 18
Author(s):  
Kurniati Dian ◽  
Zayyadi Moh
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Video Recording ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
Coffee Plantation ◽  
Thinking Dispositions ◽  
Critical Thinking Dispositions ◽  
Thinking Disposition

The present study aimed at describing the dispositions of students around a coffee plantation in solving algebraic problems, especially those pertaining to fraction and comparison. Critical thinking disposition denotes the initial milestone to developing students’ critical thinking skills. The study investigated four components of critical thinking dispositions, comprising of truth-seeking, open-mindedness, self-confidence, and inquisitiveness. The subjects under investigation were 45 students at the second grade of a junior high school situated around Garahan coffee plantation in Jember district, East Java, Indonesia. The study covered several phases, inter alia, (1) describing problems on Algebra to the students, (2) recording any activities of the research subjects when doing tasks given, (3) analyzing the students’ answer sheets based on four components of critical thinking dispositions, (4) conducting method triangulation projected to confirm the preliminary findings on the students critical thinking dispositions, and (5) determining the students’ critical thinking dispositions based on the results of direct observation, video recording, and interview. The study gained several findings related to the students’ dispositions. First, the students’ tendency in truth-seeking was characterized by their analysis on the problems given on themes regarding coffee. This prevented them from making mistakes as they checked some information, be it known or unknown, as the bases for problem solving. However, not every student was aware of what was unknown about the problem or what was required to solve the problem. Second, their tendency in open-mindedness was evinced by the fact that they were assured of their answer as they related it to their experience in planting coffee. Nevertheless, some students tended to ask their parent when they had to determine the amount of diameter comparison between two logs to be connected. Third, they tended to be confident in solving problems given as they had experienced the activities described in the problem when they assisted their parents in planting coffee, but still some students had yet to be sure of their answers as they lacked the experience in planting coffee. Lastly, they tended to possess sound inquisitiveness concerning various issues pertinent to solving algebraic problems, especially themed on coffee. They acquired the inquisitiveness by observing the actual activity in their environment. Nonetheless, their inquisitiveness could not be generalized to algebraic lessons at school. 

scholarly journals IMPLEMENTATION OF GENERATIVE LEARNING MODEL TO IMPROVE STUDENT’S OF ISLAM ABHARIYAH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 24
Author(s):  
Sri Yuliyanti ◽  
Saiful Prayogi ◽  
Bq. Azmi Sukroyanti
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Learning Model ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Generative Learning ◽  
Learning Material ◽  
Average Value ◽  
Model Research

This research aims to enhance students’ critical thinking skills of SMP Islam Abhariyah on the academic year 2015/2016 through the application of the generative learning model. Research method used was classroom action research (PTK). This research was conducted in two cycles. Each cycle consist of planning, implementating, observating, and reflecting. Data learning activities of the students and teachers’ activities obtained by observation, while data on students’ critical thinking skills test was obtained by an evaluation at the end of each cycle. The subject of this study was 28 students in VIII-B class. Application of the generative learning model in this study considered as successful if the value of critical thinking skills of the students at a minimum categorized as critical. The data for student’s critical thinking skills was accomplished by using an essay test, and the average value of students is 41.96 (categorized very less critical) whit classical completeness achieved only 3,57% in the cycle I and in the cycle II showed the average value of the students is 68,92 (categorized critical) whit classical completeness increased to 85,71%. Research data of student’s activities was taken by using the student’s observation sheet. The average score in the cycle I is 46.50 (categorized as fairly active) and in the cycle II is 66.00 (categorized as active). The data of teacher’s activities was taken by using teacher’s observation sheet. The presentation of learning material is 64,28% (categorized as good) in the cycle I and 91,06% (categorized as very good) in the gathering II. Thus, the conclusion to this study is the application of the generative learning model can improve students’ critical thinking skills.

scholarly journals Profile of conceptual photosynthesis and creative thinking: Study of 7th-grade students

Biosfer ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 250-265
Author(s):  
Elis Sumarni ◽  
Anandita Eka Setiandi ◽  
Ari Sunandar
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Conceptual Understanding ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Creative Thinking ◽  
Junior High ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Thinking Skill ◽  
Concept Understanding ◽  
West Kalimantan ◽  
Creative Thinking Skill

Profile of students’ creative thinking and conceptual understanding is essential to create an initial description of students’ competencies in overcoming their learning difficulties. The research aims to describe profile of concept understanding and creative thinking skills of 7thgrade students of all SMP Negeri (public junior high school) in Rasau Jaya sub-district, Kubu Raya Regency, West Kalimantan, Indonesia in photosynthesis content. The research uses qualitative descriptive method. The sampling technique employs disproportionate stratified random sampling. Samples consist of 143 students of 7th grade from three SMP Negeri in Rasau Jaya Sub-district, Kuburaya Regency, West Kalimantan, Indonesia. The data collection technique utilizes creative thinking skill test in the form of an essay with fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration aspects. Students’ concept understanding test is in the form of four-tier diagnostic test. Data analysis employs descriptive statistics with percentage of creative thinking and conceptual understanding in categories of understanding, partial understanding, misconception, and not understanding. The creative thinking skill percentage of SMPN students in Rasau Jaya, Indonesia in the originality and flexibility aspect is in a fairly creative category, whereas in the elaboration and fluency aspect the category is still less creative. The highest percentage of students’ conceptual understanding is misconception of 45.25% and followed by an understanding of 30.64%, not understand of 13.2%, and partial understanding of 10.97%. The obtained data give evidence that natural sciences (IPA) learning knowledge among junior high school students, especially concept understanding and creative thinking, is still low. Therefore, teachers could develop students’ creative thinking skills so their concept understanding could be improved.

scholarly journals Guided Inquiry Lab: Its Effect to Improve Student’s Critical Thinking on Mechanics

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 87-97
Author(s):  
Ade Febri ◽  
Sajidan Sajidan ◽  
Sarwanto Sarwanto ◽  
Dewanto Harjunowibowo
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Creative Thinking ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Guided Inquiry ◽  
Central Java ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Impact

Learning trends in the 21st-century require students to have the ability to sort appropriate information from certain sources. To do this, students must have critical thinking skills. One of the learning models that can facilitate students to think critically is a guided-inquiry lab. Thus, the purpose of this study was to quantitatively analyze the impact of the implementation of the guided-inquiry lab model on students' critical thinking skills on mechanics material. A pre-experimental method employing one group pretest-posttest only design was applied to obtain students' critical thinking skills data before and after the implementation of the guided-inquiry lab model. A total of 32 students from a junior high school in the city of Karanganyar, Central Java, were involved as the samples in this study. The data obtained were then analyzed using N-gain calculations. Based on the data analysis, there are 81.25% of students have medium creative thinking skills after being taught with a guided-inquiry lab, meaning there is an increase in the average score of students after being taught using a guided-inquiry lab model. It can be concluded that the implementation of the guided-inquiry lab model is effective to improve students' critical thinking skills

scholarly journals The Implementation of Collaborative Learning via Virtual Communities in Moroccan Higher Education

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 60-73
Author(s):  
ABDELOUAHED LAACHIR
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Virtual Communities ◽  
Data Gathering ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Critical Thinking Skills ◽  
Problem Solving Skills ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Teaching Learning

This paper focuses on the implementation of using collaborative learning via virtual communities in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) with a vision to identify three things: students’ perception, their active participation in virtual learning groups, students’ satisfaction with this new strategy of learning, and the relationship between gender and the latter. To answer these questions, the present research adopts a quantitative method using a questionnaire for data gathering and the use of IBM SPSS for data analysis. The findings of the present study demonstrate that students hold positive attitudes towards online collaborative learning, students are active participants in the online learning process; students are satisfied and able to develop many skills like, problem solving skills, communication skills, and critical thinking skills. Last but not least, the findings also show that gender does not affect the effectiveness of using collaborative learning in virtual communities. Thus, the implementation of this up-dated strategy of learning is useful and needed to fulfill the missing gaps in the traditional ways of teaching/learning English as a foreign language in the Moroccan higher education.

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