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Developing Students’ Critical Thinking Skills through Contextual Case-Based Learning: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Full text linkRarely was there a learning exercise that could reliably enhance critical thinking abilities in the classroom. Consequently, a different approach was required to address the issue. Contextual Case-Based Learning (CCBL) is an alternative learning activity that could be utilized as a tool to enhance the fundamental abilities required in this century. It was proposed that 21st-century learning incorporate CCBL. This study aimed to investigate the impact of the learning model in helping students develop their critical thinking skills. This study employed a posttest-only design with non-equivalent groups, utilizing a quasi-experimental approach. The total sample class is 44 pre-service biology teachers. There were 22 students in the traditional class and 22 students in the Contextual Case-Based Learning (CCBL) session. Students in the CCBL class had an average critical thinking score of 53.64, with a standard deviation of 19,160. However, in the conventional classroom, pupils' critical thinking scores averaged 36.82 with a standard deviation of 18,358. The standard deviation was 20,402, and the average for both groups was 45.23. Moreover, the learning approach factor has a p-value of less than 0.05, as determined by a two-way ANOVA. It suggests that learning strategies have a significant impact on students' ability to think critically. The p-value for the factor of students' prior critical thinking skill levels is less than 0.05. This suggests that students' earlier critical thinking abilities have a statistically significant impact of 5% on their subsequent critical thinking abilities. A p-value greater than 0.05 was found for the interaction between the model learning elements and the students' pre-existing critical thinking skills. Therefore, it follows that the two elements taken together do not affect pupils' capacity for critical thinking. Students' critical thinking skills ranged from poor to moderate, and their responses to the test's questions were generally below average. Keywords: contextual case-based learning; critical thinking skills
Profile of the Concept Understanding of Two-Dimensional Figure Based on Pirie Kieren's Theory Reviewed from Learning Motivation in Elementary School
Full text linkThis study aims describe understanding concept of two-dimensional figure based on Pirie Kieren’s theory in terms of learning motivation. This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study type of research. The results found that there were differences in the flow of students' understanding of high, medium, and low learning motivation in solving questions. When solving square questions, students with high learning motivation do effective folding back and arrive at inventing, students with motivation are doing infective folding back and not inventing, and students with low motivation do not fold back and do not get inventing. When solving rectangular problems, high-motivated students did ineffective folding back and did not arrive at inventing, moderately motivated students did not fold back and arrived at inventing, and low-motivated students did effective folding back and arrived at inventing. The similarity is that they both start from primitive knowledge. Keywords: concept understanding, Pirie Kieren Theory, two-dimensional figure. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23960/jpmipa/v23i3.pp1135-114
Exploring Scientific Inquiry Literacy Among Physics Teachers
Full text linkThis study aims to examine the Scientific Inquiry Literacy (SIL) of in-service physics teachers in West Java. focusing on three key aspects: knowledge. skills. and attitudes toward scientific inquiry. The research addresses the need to understand teachers' readiness to implement inquiry-based instruction as part of quality science education. A descriptive survey design was employed involving 27 physics teachers from various cities and regencies in West Java. Participants were selected through purposive sampling based on their active teaching status and academic background. Data were collected via an online questionnaire using the Scientific Inquiry Literacy Instrument (SILI). which comprises 35 multiple-choice items on knowledge. 39 on skills. and 30 attitude statements. Rasch Model analysis was applied to evaluate person and item measures. reliability. and item difficulty. with Wright Map outputs used to visualize the distribution of teacher abilities. Results showed that the overall SIL of participating teachers was relatively high. as indicated by a mean person measure above the item mean across all aspects. Among the three aspects. the attitude aspect (AA) yielded the highest person measure (1.57). followed by knowledge (KA) at 0.50 and skills (SA) at 0.13. Despite these strengths. the data revealed a mismatch between teacher ability and item difficulty in some areas. suggesting a potential ceiling effect and room for improvement. particularly in applying complex inquiry skills. While physics teachers in this study demonstrate a generally strong level of scientific inquiry literacy. the use of non-probability sampling and a small sample size limits the generalizability of the findings. Targeted professional development is recommended to strengthen teachers’ competencies in complex inquiry practices and to support the continued integration of inquiry-based learning in physics classrooms. Keywords: scientific inquiry literacy. inquiry-based learning. physics teachers
Analysis of Mathematics Education Students' Reasoning in Determining the Truth Value of Quantification
Full text linkReasoning refers to the structured and logical process of drawing conclusions from given premises. Students of mathematics education, who are being prepared as future educators, are expected to possess strong logical reasoning skills in order to comprehend and convey more advanced mathematical concepts. This study aims to analyze the reasoning abilities of mathematics education students in determining the truth value of quantified statements. The central research question is: How do students' reasoning abilities relate to the accuracy of their problem-solving in the context of quantification? An explorative qualitative approach was employed to explore students' reasoning in evaluating the truth values of quantified statements. The study involved 13 students from the Mathematics Education Department at Universitas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo who were enrolled in the Mathematical Foundations course during the 2024/2025 academic year. Data collection instruments included a set of test questions and open-ended interview protocols. The analysis focused on indicators of mathematical reasoning, including: (1) identifying facts, patterns, properties, and relationships, (2) drawing logical conclusions, (3) making predictions and solving problems, and (4) constructing systematic and valid arguments. Following the written assessment, three students representing different levels of performance were selected for in-depth interviews. The findings revealed that while all three participants demonstrated potential in mathematical reasoning, each exhibited specific areas requiring further development. Subject N was proficient in deconstructing quantification problems and drawing logical conclusions, although further probing during the interview revealed gaps in deeper conceptual understanding. Subject A displayed semantic comprehension of quantification but lacked precision in applying formal logic and integrating numerical analysis. Subject F demonstrated a verbal understanding of truth value criteria and was capable of drawing conclusions, yet faced challenges with formal notation, particularly with singular quantifiers. Overall, the participants exhibited promising reasoning abilities but required reinforcement in interpreting formal notation, constructing valid arguments, and accurately applying logical structures. Misinterpretations of quantifier symbols and formal argument patterns were identified as common errors. Keywords: mathematical reasoning, truth valu, quantification
Effectiveness of Nearpod-Based Interactive Learning Media in Enhancing Students’ Scientific Literacy and Numeracy in Renewable Energy Topic
Full text linkThe inadequate science literacy and numeracy levels of class X students in the 2021/2022 academic year at SMA Negeri 1 Ajibarang in physics learning, particularly in the domain of renewable energy materials, can be attributed to the limited engagement of science literacy and numeracy in the available learning media. The internet's potential as a learning tool has not been maximally utilized, resulting in a suboptimal learning experience for Generation Z students. In addition, some digital platforms commonly used by teachers are still not optimal in accommodating learning due to several weaknesses, such as limited material and interactive features, as well as information that is prone to being missed during the online discussion process through chat. These problems can be solved by utilizing Nearpod-based interactive learning media. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the media and compare which media exploration is considered most effective in enhancing students' science literacy and numeracy. The study employed a pre-experimental approach, utilizing a pre-test and post-test design with three experimental groups. The results indicated that experimental groups A, B, and C enhanced science literacy and numeracy. The N-gain scores of these groups were classified as 'low', with N-gain scores of 0.15, 0.13, and 0.07, respectively, for experimental groups A, B, and C regarding science literacy. The numeracy literacy of experimental groups A, B, and C were 0.20, 0.18, and 0.01, respectively. The conclusion drawn from these data is that Nearpod media is effective in enhancing science literacy and numeracy in the context of renewable energy, especially in the explanation of scientific phenomena in science literacy and the utilization of concepts, facts, procedures, and reasoning in mathematics in numeracy literacy. The utilization of Nearpod in blended learning is more efficacious than its use in flipped learning and print, with an N-gain value of science literacy and numeracy. Keywords: nearpod, science literacy skills, physics numeracy literacy, renewable energy
Direct Current Electric Circuit-Visualization Skills Instrument Test (DCEC-ViSIT) to Measure High School Student’s Visualization Skills
Full text linkThis research aims to develop instrument test visualization skills on direct current electric circuits. The research method used is the development of a 4D model consisting of defining, designing, developing, and disseminating. The participants in this research consisted of 33 high school students in West Java who were randomly selected. The first analysis is an analysis of the results of expert validation using CVR, which is considered valid. The second analysis is the Rasch analysis, which obtained raw variance data with special interpretation and declared the questions valid. The third stage is the analysis of the parameters of the items included in the interpretation of "very appropriate" and "appropriate". The fourth stage of the reliability analysis used Rasch analysis, which showed that overall visualization skills items were reliable with a Cronbach Alpha of 0.71. But the consistency of the answers from the respondents is weak. Students' visualization skills need to be improved through models, methods, and visual media that support visualization skills.Keywords: visualization skills, direct current electrical circuits, 4D model, Rasch analysis.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23960/jpmipa/v24i1.pp84-9
The Challenges of Junior High School Students in Solving Fraction Problems Based on Newman's Error Analysis
Full text linkThis study aims to analyze the type of errors made by eighth-grade students in solving fraction problems at a public junior high school in Lembata Regency, East Nusa Tenggara. The analysis was conducted using the Newman Error Analysis (NEA). The research employed a qualitative descriptive method with nine eighth-grade students as the subjects. The instruments used included a written test consisting of 17 questions and interview guidelines based on the five stages of error identified in NEA: reading, comprehension, transformation, process skills, and encoding. The analysis revealed no errors in the reading stage, indicating that students were generally able to read and extract relevant information from the problems correctly. However, significant errors began to appear in the subsequent stages. In the comprehension stage, 16.84% of students failed to interpret the question correctly or misunderstood essential information, potentially leading to incorrect solution steps. Transformation errors occurred in 26.94% of cases, where students struggled to convert verbal information into a mathematical representation. In the process skills stage, 27.27% of students made mistakes in performing basic mathematical operations, such as fraction calculations. The highest error rate was observed in the encoding stage, where 28.96% students were unable to correctly write the final answer, even after processing the question appropriately. These findings indicate that students face difficulties not only in conceptual understanding but also in procedural fluency and mathematical expression. Keywords: difficulty, fraction, newman error analysis, process skills, encoding.
Exploring STEM Attitudes in Indonesian Elementary Students: A Comparative Analysis of Gender and Grade Level
Full text linkAmidst the rapid development of science and technology, STEM learning has become an essential approach to preparing the younger generation with 21st-century skills. However, in Indonesia, interest and positive attitudes toward STEM subjects at the elementary level remain limited. Objective: This study aims to examine students’ attitudes toward STEM and identify possible differences by gender and grade level among fourth and fifth-grade students in an elementary school in Sidoarjo, Indonesia. Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional comparative design was employed, involving 314 students with 167 males (53.18%) and 147 females (46.81%). Data were collected using the STEM Attitude Scale for upper elementary students, developed by Unfried, with internal reliability coefficients ranging from α = 0.83 to α = 0.87. The data were analysed using normality and homogeneity tests, independent-samples t-tests, and effect size calculations (Cohen’s d). Focus group interviews were also conducted to complement the quantitative data. Findings: The results showed students’ attitudes toward STEM are positive. Moreover, it was found that there are no significant differences in overall STEM attitudes by gender or grade level. Although no statistically significant difference was observed, a small-to-medium effect (d = 0.30) in the science aspect suggested that younger students tended to express slightly higher enthusiasm for science-related learning. Furthermore, findings from the interviews indicate that students’ attitudes toward STEM influence their perceptions of their desired future careers or professions. Overall, the findings of this study are largely consistent with those of previous studies. Conclusion: The findings suggest that gender and grade-level differences in STEM attitudes among elementary students are minimal, indicating that early, inclusive, and hands-on STEM education may effectively promote equal engagement and interest across these groups. This study is limited by the small sample size, limited variables, and quantitative approach; therefore, future research should involve more schools and explore how STEM attitudes relate to students’ interest in STEM careers. Keywords: STEM education, attitude, gender, grade level.
Development of HOTS-Based Pocket Encyclopedia Books to Improve Science Literacy Culture in 21st-Century Learning
Full text linkThe rapid development of information and communication technology has influenced the field of education, which can be utilized in the learning process. This study aims to test the feasibility and effectiveness of the development of HOTS-based pocket encyclopedia books in improving the culture of scientific literacy in 21st-century learning. This study is a research and development (R&D) with the Borg and Gall model. The subjects of this study consisted of 66 fifth-grade elementary school students in Klaten Regency, Central Java, who were selected using random sampling techniques. Data collection techniques through surveys, tests, and observations. Data was analyzed quantitatively by evaluating the category, and then analyzed qualitatively. The results of the study indicate that the development of HOTS-based pocket encyclopedia books is proven to be valid, feasible, and effective in improving the culture of scientific literacy in 21st-century learning. The non-parametric effectiveness test (Kruskal-Wallis test) shows a significance value of 0.445. This indicates that HOTS-based pocket encyclopedia books developed are effective in improving the culture of scientific literacy in 21st-century learning. The use of this learning media can be an innovative strategy in creating active, fun, and interesting learning. Keywords: pocket book, encyclopedia, high-order thinking skills, science literacy culture, science learning
Development of a Geometric Transformation Pop-Up Book to Improve Students’ Problem-Solving Skills
Full text linkProblem-solving skills are crucial in mathematics education as they are one of the mathematics learning objectives. However, based on PISA results, students' problem-solving skills in Indonesia are still low, necessitating efforts to address this issue. Based on this problem, this study aims to develop a valid, practical, and effective pop-up book learning media to improve problem-solving skills in geometry transformation materials. This developmental study used the ADDIE development model, which consisted of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. This research employed a quasi-experimental design using two classes with similar problem-solving abilities as the experimental and control classes, as demonstrated by an average balance test on pretest scores. Each class contains 31 students. Learning media is considered valid and practical if its validity and practicality scores are 61% or higher. Learning media is deemed effective if it can improve students' problem-solving skills, as evidenced by a t-test on the students' post-test scores. The research results show that the pop-up book learning media is very valid, with an average score of 81.25% from material experts and 83.33% from media experts. The pop-up book media is considered very practical based on the teacher's response score of 83.33% and students' response score of 84.11%. Additionally, the experimental class in this study showed a statistically significant improvement with a p-value of 0.004 (less than 0.05) compared to the control class; thus, the pop-up book learning media can be declared effective in improving students' problem-solving skills. Therefore, it can be concluded that the pop-up book learning media is very valid, practical, and effective in enhancing students' problem-solving abilities in geometric transformation. Keywords: pop-up book, learning media, problem-solving skills.