The Feasibility of Guided Inquiry –Based Natural Sciences Module to Object Materal and Form Changes

Inquiry is the essence of science learning, but their activity is rarely trained in elementary school students. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to produce a guided inquiry-based science module that is appropriate to improve students’ learning outcomes on material objects and changes in form. This research is part of the educational research design with Tessmer's formative evaluation, namely at the field test stage. The module trial used a quasi-experimental one-group pre-test and post-test design. The science module was declared valid by the validators, was then tested on 30 fifth graders in an elementary school in Kapus Regency, Central Kalimantan. The research data was obtained through the instrument of observing the module implementation and learning outcomes tests (products and processes). The results of the observations show that all inquiry activities in the module can be carried out properly. In addition, the acquisition of n-gain student learning outcomes is 0.43 with moderate criteria. Thus, the guided inquiry-based science module is feasible to use in science learning.

Integrated Science Education Mobile Application: Edukit for 21st Century Skills

Problem solving skills are one of 21st Century Skills. However, based on the results of studies and interviews students still lack in problem solving skill because most of them only study from textbooks at school. The purpose of this research is to produce science education media equipped with experimental manuals and context in the application that students can use anytime and anywhere either independently or by teacher guidance. This development research adopts the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). The results of expert validation and legibility test show that the education KIT integrated mobile application is very suitable. Media expert validation obtained a score of 98% and material expert obtained a score of 99%. In addition to the validation results, a readability test was also carried out by the teacher and students with the respective scores of 96% and 91%. Based on the validation and readability test Edukit IPA is integrated with a mobile application as a practical, complete, and capable medium for practicing the results of student problem solving skill, because each stage of the experimental activity is based on indicators of problem solving skills.

Reconstruction of E-Module of Circular Motion Based Guided Inquiry

This study aims to determine the feasibility of the E-Module Circular Motion Based Guided Inquiry. This research is a research development or Research and Development (R&D) with the ADDIE model. The research instrument used was a validation sheet by the validator and student response questionnaires. The results of the validation sheet and student response questionnaires were assessed based on the Likert scale. The results of data analysis from the validation results of the E-Module Circular Motion Based on Guided Inquiry obtained a percentage of 92,02%. This shows that in general the E-Module Circular Motion Based on Guided Inquiry that was developed is very feasible to be used in learning circular motion material in class X SMK. E-Module Circular Motion Based on Guided Inquiry is a medium that can attract the attention of students.

The Effectiveness of SW (Student Worksheets) Based on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) to Train Students' Creative Thinking Skills

Existing learning has not fully facilitated 4C (critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity) skills and there are obstacles for students to encounter in studying biology, especially the material about plant tissue. It happens due to various limitations in achieving basic competency skills. One of the learning approaches that can be used to support 4C skills is the STEM approach which is supported by student worksheets (SW) to guide the learning process. The purpose of this study was to measure the effectiveness of STEM-based SW to train students' creative thinking skills. The research method used is descriptive quantitative and qualitative with one group pre-test and post-test design. The research subjects were 21 students of XI grades at SMAK St.Hendrikus. Data analysis of the N-Gain test of creative thinking skills obtained an average N-gain of 0.7 with a medium category. The N-Gain analysis of creative thinking skills using the T-Test with a sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.000 indicates that STEM-based worksheets are effective in training students' creative thinking skills.

Profile of Student Basic Teaching Skills through Online Learning Model Using Peer Assessment on Microteaching Lectures

The purpose of this study was to determine the profile of the basic teaching skills of biology education students during microteaching lectures through an online learning model using peer assessment. This type of research is a qualitative descriptive study. The subjects of this study consisted of 17 biology education students in the 6th semester of the 2019/2020 academic year. The technique of collecting data through observation uses a research instrument in the form of a rubric for assessing basic teaching skills, which is filled by lecturers and peers. Data analysis techniques include data reduction, data display and conclusions. The observed teaching skill indicators consist of 8 components. Based on these 8 indicators, the results obtained are the skills of opening and closing learning, explaining skills, questioning skills, discussion guiding skills, and class management skills are in the skilled category, the skills to provide reinforcement and the skills to make variations are in the fairly skilled category, while the skills to use learning media are in the less skilled category. Overall, the basic teaching skills of biology education students have improved during the microetaching exercise using peer assessment.

Analysis of Environmental Literacy Skill of Biology Teacher Candidates in Human and Environmental Courses

This study examines the environmental literacy abilities of prospective Biology teacher students in the Biology Education Study Program, FKIP Sriwijaya University. The research subjects are Palembang and Indralaya class students who are teaching Human and Environmental Sciences Courses for the 2019/2020 academic year in Semester II. The skills measured in this study are Environmental Knowledge, Environmental Competence and Attitudes towards the environment formulated by the OECD and NAEE. The method used in this research is descriptive quantitative, with research subjects totaling 75 students. The technique of collecting data is through interviews, and surveys using an instrument sheet consisting of 20 multiple choice questions, 20 essays and 20 attitude scales. The data analysis technique used the SPSS 18 program. The test instrument used was modified from the Middle Schools Environment Survey/Instrument (MSELS/I) test questions and adapted to the physical conditions and environmental problems in the city of Palembang. The results showed that the prospective Biology teacher students were in the medium category for the Environmental Knowledge and Competence aspect, and got the high category for Environmental Attitudes.

The Correlation between Students' Learning Interest and Motivation and the Ability to Solve Problems in Online Learning IPA Subjects

The purpose of this study was to describe the correlation between student’s learning interest and motivation with problem-solving abilities in online learning. This research was a quantitative correlation study. The population in this research was 7th-grade students of SMP 2 and the sample was 72 students. The instruments in this study consisted of three questionnaires, namely the questionnaire of student's learning interest, the questionnaire of student's learning motivation, and the questionnaire of problem-solving skills for daring learning. The data analysis technique used was simple and multiple linear regression tests. The results of this study indicated that there is a negative correlation between students' interest and motivation to learn simultaneously with problem-solving skills in distance learning but in the low category.

Learning at Covid-19 Pandemic Era: Science Technology Engineering and Mathematic Competencies and Student Character

Distance learning or online learning is the recommended alternative form of learning. But it is still uncertain, what competencies are important to be mastered by students. This study aims to examine what important competency components need to be prioritized and how the relationships between these components. The research method used is a mixture of quantitative and qualitative descriptive. The subjects of this study were 32 junior high school students. This study concludes that students have the competence of Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM), products, and characters that vary and the relationship between STEM and products is stronger than the character components.

The Effectiveness of the Module Static Fluid with Authentic Learning to Train Students' Problem-Solving Skills

Authentic learning includes the necessary foundation in learning physics. However, the limitations of the physics module based on authentic learning have an impact on the common problem-solving skills of students. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to analyze the effectiveness of a static fluid module with authentic learning to practice student problem-solving skills. This research is research and development using the 4-D model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate). Class trials using one group pre-test and post-test design. The subjects of the research trial were 33 students of class XB SMA in Banjarmasin. The data were obtained through tests of problem-solving skills. The results showed that the module was effective because the results of Mann Whitney test were sig. = 0.00; means there is a significant increase in problem-solving skills. Also, the students' problem-solving skills were in the very good category. Thus, a static fluid module with authentic learning is effective for practicing student problem-solving skills.

Mapping of Students' Scientific Literacy Skills at Mataram

This study aims to describe the achievement of students’ scientific literacy competencies in Integrated Science subjects. Research subjects were class VIII students at MTsN Mataram in the 2019/2020 academic year. The research method was used descriptive with a qualitative approach. Research sampling technique was purposive sampling. Data collection technique used a written test on the aspects of scientific literacy competence according to PISA 2018. Data analysis were used descriptive, Bivariate Correlation test, and Anova test used software application related. The results showed that the students’ scientific literacy skills in the Integrated Science including very low category (40.5%) with the highest to the lowest achievements in each category a) interpreting data and proving data (15, 4%), b) test and design scientific investigations (13.6%), and c) explain phenomena (11.6%). So, we need more effort to improve and increase students’ scientific literacy skills by integrating aspects of scientific literacy competencies during implementing science learning in schools.