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The Development of STEM-integrated LOIS Learning Unit for Enhancing Students’ Direct Current Concept Understanding
Full text linkThis study developed the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)integrated Learning of Inquiry Sequences (LOIS) learning unit for students in understanding the direct current concept. Learning unit met the valid, practical, and effective criteria. The validity shows the content validity & construct validity, the practicality shows the ease of use & positive response from students, the effectivity shows the achievement of learning objectives namely improvement in understanding the direct current concept. This study used a 4-D learning unit development model namely (define, design, development, and disseminate stages). This study was included in a quasi-experiment study with one group pretest and posttest design. Data were analyzed using descriptive analysis. Based on the results, the mean of content validity was 3.76 and construct validity was 3.75 with very valid criteria. Then, the mean of the learning unit implementation in class was 0.92 and a positive response from students in the class was 0.97 with very practical criteria. Based on paired sample t-test (tcalculation = 23.291 > ttable = 2.03011) and the N-Gain value was 0.80 (high gain) showed that the LOIS learning implementation was effective to engage students in the classroom activities. Keywords: STEM-integrated LOIS learning unit, direct current, concept mastery. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23960/jpmipa/v22i1.pp23-3
Integrating Local Wisdom into Numeracy Literacy: An Analysis of Students’ Competence in the Number Domain in Sigi Regency, Indonesia
Full text linkNumeracy literacy is one of the basic competencies that support students' success in academic and social life. This study aims to analyze the numeracy literacy skills of junior high school students in Sigi Regency, Central Sulawesi Province, Indonesia, particularly in the domain of numbers, based on local wisdom such as the traditional Souraja buildings and agricultural practices of the residents of Sigi Regency. The sample comprised 120 eighth-grade students from six public junior high schools in Sigi Regency, representing diverse geographical characteristics (mountainous, rural, and urban) and varying educational performance levels. They were selected through purposive sampling and the mixed methods approach with an Explanatory Sequential Design as the research methodology. Data were collected using a numeracy literacy test developed using the AKM framework and numeracy competence indicators from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (2023). The results showed that only 10% of pupils reached the "Proficient" level. Most of them (65%) are in the ‘Basic’ or ‘Requiring Special Intervention’ group. This decline in results is due to traditional teaching methods that fail to connect the material to the students' local environment. Teaching math has not fully utilized local knowledge, such as how to do business in traditional markets and how to farm. These results indicate the need to revise the approach to teaching mathematics in schools, with an emphasis on integrating local knowledge into learning, namely, developing teaching methods that link mathematical concepts to students' daily lives, so that they are more relevant and engaging for students. In addition, this locally-based approach is expected to improve students' numeracy understanding and skills, especially for those who are still at a basic level or need special intervention. The development of a more contextual curriculum based on students' real experiences can also enrich the learning process and encourage significant improvement in academic outcomes. Keywords: numeracy literacy, number domain, local wisdom of sigi.
Mathematical Literacy of Prospective Teachers: A Systematic Review of Factors, Readiness, and Teacher Education Preparation
Full text linkMathematical literacy is a crucial competency for 21st-century teachers to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills in various educational contexts. However, several pieces of evidence suggest that many prospective teachers struggle to develop mathematical literacy, which may hinder the effectiveness of mathematics learning. This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the mathematical literacy of prospective teachers through a systematic literature review of previous research. The study used the PRISMA protocol by searching articles from five reputable databases (ERIC, ProQuest, Taylor & Francis, Emerald Insight, and Scopus) using predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Of the initial search results of 8659 articles, only 13 articles were eligible for further review after the screening and duplication removal process. The analysis was focused on six research questions which included: (1) the geographical distribution of the research, (2) the academic background of the research subject, (3) the research topic, (4) factors that affect mathematical literacy, (5) the readiness of prospective teachers, and (6) the form of debriefing by the teacher education program. The results showed that the mathematical literacy of prospective teachers was influenced by both internal factors, such as conceptual comprehension, self-efficacy, and anxiety, as well as external factors, including pedagogical training and sociocultural contexts. However, most teacher education programs have not optimally emphasized the development of contextual and applicative mathematical literacy. This study highlights the importance of strengthening the teacher education curriculum through a contextual, activity-based, and culturally responsive approach, enabling prospective teachers to develop and effectively implement mathematical literacy in diverse learning contexts. Keywords: mathematical literacy, prospective teacher, systematic review, teacher education, pedagogical preparation
Unveiling the Geometry of Culture: An Ethnomathematical Exploration of Transformation Geometry in Cimahi Batik Motifs
Full text linkMathematics played an essential role in daily life. However, mathematics learning in schools was often less connected to students' real-life contexts, so many of them struggle to understand mathematical concepts. Relating mathematics to everyday life was necessary for students to understand its relevance and benefits. This research aimed to explore the cultural values and concepts of transformation geometry embedded in Cimahi batik motifs. The method used in this study was ethnographic, with the research conducted in Lembur Batik, Cimahi, West Java, Indonesia. The research framework in ethnomathematics adopted four key questions to inform the framework used to facilitate research, “Where should observations be made from?, "How is the observation process carried out?” "What are the results of these observations?", and “What is the meaning of it?. The investigator served as the instrument in the data-gathering process and used triangulation involving interviews, observations, and literature review. Analysis occurred in three stages: data condensation, data display, and drawing of conclusion. The study found that Cimahi batik motifs embody cultural values that reflect the identity of the Cimahi community. Moreover, these motifs employed concepts of transformation geometry, such as translation, reflection, rotation, and dilation. The distinctive feature of these findings is the association between the motif beauty of Cimahi batik and the use of transformation-geometry concepts derived from local culture. This is what makes the batik motif from Cimahi a valuable context for learning mathematics, particularly geometry. This has significant implications for the growth of ethnomathematics, as it means that geometrical concepts can be incorporated into local cultural frameworks within situational mathematics learning grounded in indigenous cultural knowledge. Keywords: culture, transformation geometry, ethnomathematics, Cimahi batik motif.
Development and Evaluation of Massive Open Online Courses to Support Sustainable Learning for Informatics Teachers in Indonesia
Full text linkInformatics teachers in West Kalimantan face challenges in continuously updating their knowledge and pedagogical skills due to the rapid development of information technology and the implementation of a new curriculum that makes informatics compulsory. However, there is a lack of structured learning facilities to support their professional development. This study aims to develop and evaluate the feasibility of a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) as a platform for continuous professional development of informatics teachers. This study employed a Research and Development approach using the ADDIE model involving two design experts, two system experts, and thirty informatics teachers. The MOOC was developed using the Moodle platform and integrated features aligned with teacher needs, UI/UX design, and expert validation, including diverse learning materials, quizzes, and discussion forums. Validation was carried out by experts, while teacher responses and learning outcomes were evaluated using questionnaires and pre-test/post-test analysis. Expert validations indicated that the MOOC was of very high quality, and teacher responses showed strong enthusiasm and satisfaction. Furthermore, post-implementation evaluation revealed significant improvements in both teachers’ knowledge and motivation (p-value less than 0.05). The normalized gain score reached 47.91% for competence, indicating a moderate improvement, and 29.96% for motivation, indicating a low improvement. This demonstrates that the MOOC effectively supports both cognitive and affective growth. The developed MOOC has proven to be both feasible and effective as a professional learning platform for informatics teachers. Beyond improving knowledge and motivation, it offers scalability and accessibility, providing a sustainable solution for professional development in remote or under-resourced regions. Its implementation has the potential to bridge gaps in continuous education, particularly in Indonesia’s 3T (frontier, outermost, disadvantaged) areas, while also serving as a pilot model for other subject teachers. Keywords: MOOC, lifelong learning, teacher competencies, informatics teachers
Analysis of Students' Mathematical Connections Ability on HOTS Questions Based on Jambi Culture in View of Personality Types
Full text linkThis study aims to analyze students’ mathematical connections ability in solving Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) problems based on Jambi culture, viewed from judging and perceiving personality types as categorized by the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). A total of 21 twelfth-grade students from SMA Negeri 3 Sungai Penuh participated in the MBTI test for personality identification. Based on the highest scores in each category, four students (two with judging and two with perceiving personalities) were purposefully selected for detailed analysis. A qualitative case study approach was employed, utilizing HOTS problems with local cultural stimuli, specifically the Kajang Leko traditional house and Padamaran cake, along with structured interview guidelines. Data were analyzed through the stages of reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results revealed that students with judging personality types had higher scores (average 75%, high category) in mathematical connections ability compared to those with perceiving types (62.5%, moderate category). This difference can be attributed to the characteristics of judging individuals, who tend to be more systematic, structured, and consistent in constructing problem-solving steps, allowing them to connect mathematical concepts more logically. In contrast, perceiving students as flexible and spontaneous tended to be less organized, resulting in difficulties establishing comprehensive conceptual relationships. The novelty of this study lies in its integration of local Jambi culture as contextual stimuli in assessing mathematical connection ability based on personality types. The findings potentially diverge from previous studies, which suggested that perceiving types were more adept at making conceptual connections. This research indicates that local cultural contexts may influence students’ cognitive performance according to personality, highlighting the importance of incorporating cultural factors and individual characteristics into the design of mathematics instruction. Keywords: judging personality, perceiving personality, mathematical connections ability, HOTS questions, jambi culture
The Effectiveness of Probing Prompting Models for Critical Thinking Development in Indonesian Science Education: A Systematic Literature Review
Full text linkThis study aims to systematically examine the trends, focus areas, and effectiveness of the Probing Prompting learning model in improving students’ critical thinking skills within Indonesian science education. Using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method based on the PRISMA protocol, 20 peer-reviewed articles published between 2020 and 2024 were selected from Scopus, SINTA, and Google Scholar databases. The inclusion criteria focused on empirical studies applying the Probing Prompting model in science learning contexts with clear outcomes related to critical thinking skills development. To enhance the analytical depth, bibliometric mapping was conducted using VOSviewer to visualize keyword patterns, thematic clusters, and the centrality of research topics in the field. The results show that the Probing Prompting model is most effectively implemented at the junior high school level, aligning with students’ cognitive development at the formal operational stage. Key strategies include structured sequential questioning and the use of students’ worksheets that guide students through reasoning and reflection. Dominant indicators of critical thinking skills developed through this model are analysis, evaluation, and inference. Visualizations reveal that “critical thinking” and “probing prompting” are among the most frequently occurring and central keywords, emphasizing their strong association in recent literature. This review also identifies emerging clusters related to digital integration, local wisdom, and artificial intelligence, suggesting future directions for contextualized and technology-supported applications of the model. It concludes that the Probing Prompting model has strong potential to be further developed as a critical thinking skills-oriented strategy, particularly in science education. The study recommends future research to conduct quantitative meta-analyses, explore long-term impacts through longitudinal studies, and integrate the model with project-based and digital learning frameworks to enhance effectiveness and sustainability. Keywords: probing prompting, critical thinking skills, science learning, SLR, VOSviewer
Development of a Science Literacy Test for Junior High School Students Based on the PISA 2025 Framework
Full text linkThis study aims to develop a valid, reliable, and practical science literacy test instrument based on the PISA 2025 framework as a tool for assessing the science literacy abilities of junior high school students in a contextual and in-depth manner. The issue of low science literacy in Indonesia, where 53.60% of students are in the very low category, highlights the urgency of providing an evaluation instrument that can comprehensively represent scientific thinking abilities. This achievement is closely related to the lack of student training using international assessment-based testing instruments such as PISA during the learning process. The research method used was Research and Development (R&D) with a 4-D development model (Define, Design, Development, Dissemination). The instrument was developed based on four dimensions of science literacy (competence, context, knowledge, and cognitive level) within the PISA 2025 framework and covers topics in the science subject, namely electricity, waves, and magnetism. Content validation was conducted by content, instrument, and language experts, while empirical testing was carried out to evaluate the quality of the test items. The research results showed that the instrument had high content validity (CVI = 0.93; CVR = 0.8–1). The average validity of each item reached 0.60. The instrument showed good consistency in terms of reliability, as indicated by the Omega McDonald coefficient of 0.79 for the combination of essay and complex multiple-choice questions, and the Cronbach’s Alpha value of 0.68 for multiple-choice questions analysed separately. Most items were categorized as moderately difficult (72.73%) and had good discriminative power (63.63%). Additionally, the practicality value of 78.85% indicates that the instrument is easy to use in an educational context. Therefore, this instrument is suitable for use as a science literacy assessment tool aligned with the PISA 2025 framework and supports the development of higher-order thinking skills in national assessments. Keywords: science literacy, instruments, assessment, PISA
Empowering Young Learners: Effects of Differentiation-Based Educational Curriculum and Literacy Engagement on Student Learning Outcomes in Elementary School Science
Full text linkThis study examines the effect of implementing Indonesia's Educational Curriculum and literacy interest on grade IV students' Natural Science learning outcomes. The Indonesia's Educational Curriculum, which emphasizes independent and flexible learning, is expected to improve students' understanding and skills in Natural Science lessons. This study uses a quantitative approach with an ex post facto method. The population and sample in this study were all grade IV elementary school students in the same cluster, which amounted to 106 students. Data collection techniques using documentation and closed questionnaires with a Likert scale with four answer options. Documentation in this study is in the form of natural science learning outcomes of elementary school students obtained during the end-of-semester assessment. The data analysis technique uses the t-test, f-test, and the coefficient of determination test. Based on t-test calculations, Indonesia's Educational Curriculum results are sig. 0.000 <0.05 and literacy interest sig. 0.042 <0.05, which indicates that both Indonesia's Educational curriculum and learning literacy have a significant effect on Natural Science learning outcomes. In the F test, the sig value was obtained. 0.000 <0.05 indicates that Indonesia's Educational Curriculum and Literacy Interest variables simultaneously affect Natural Science Learning Outcomes. The coefficient of determination test results obtained the adjusted R square value of 0.748, which indicates that the independent variable affects the dependent variable by 73.1%, which means that this regression model is effective. Based on the overall final test results of the data analysis used, it is known that there is a positive influence between the two variables. Keywords: indonesia’s educational curriculum, literacy interest, learning outcomes, natural science
Enhancing Mathematical Thinking Skills through Realistic Mathematics Education Assisted by an Ethnomathematics Mobile Module
Full text linkThis study addresses the deficiencies in students' mathematical thinking skills. A preliminary assessment of 69 students yielded a mean score of 21.32. The study examined enhancing students' mathematical thinking skills through the Realistic Mathematics Education (RME) model, supported by the ethnomathematics mobile module. This quantitative research employs a quasi-experimental design. The researchers collected data using a mathematical thinking skills test and analyzed it through an independent sample t-test and N-gain test. The findings indicate a significant improvement in the experimental group's posttest mean score, which increased to 80.72, surpassing the control group's posttest mean score of 69.49. The results confirm a significant difference in mathematical thinking skills between students taught using the RME approach with the ethnomathematics mobile module and those instructed through traditional lectures. The pretest-posttest data for the experimental group yielded an N-gain score of 0.59, classified as moderate. The study concludes that implementing the RME model with the ethnomathematics mobile module effectively enhances seventh-grade students' mathematical thinking skills in data presentation. The findings suggest that the ethnomathematics mobile module should be incorporated into other mathematical topics to support students' learning further. Keywords: ethnomathematics mobile module, mathematics thinking skills, RME