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Exploring the Use of Social Media in Science Learning Environments: A Systematic Literature Review
Get PDFSocial media is one of the platforms that is popular and familiar to various circles. This technology has penetrated multiple fields, especially education. Many studies have shown the use of social media in the learning process. This study aims to explore the use of social media in science learning environments and their impacts. The method used is a Systematic Literature Review with several stages: Identification, Screening, and Inclusion. This systematic literature review used several databases, including Springer, Wiley, and Eric. The study was limited to the last eight years, from 2016 to 2023. After screening using the PRISMA method, 30 articles were obtained and used as literature material. The study results show that social media can be one of the media used in learning science. Social media, which are often used in learning, include Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and WhatsApp. Science learning that requires visualization is suitable if learned using social media. The use of social media in this learning also needs to be adjusted to the characteristics and features owned. The findings in the article report that social media positively affects collaboration skills, knowledge, motivation, and student-centered learning. However, there are negative impacts of using social media that disrupt privacy. In addition, there is a need for training at each institution so that the use of social media is more optimal
Developing Dispersion and Polarization Conceptual Inventory (DiPolCI) to Identify Students’ Mental Model
Get PDFIdentifying a student's mental model is important for understanding scientific concepts. Dispersion and polarization are the sub concept of physics that studied in high school on light waves concept. This study aimed to develop dispersion and polarization conceptual inventory (DIPOLCI) to identify students’ model mental using Rasch analysis. The research method utilized analyzing, designing, developing, implementing and evaluating (ADDIE) method. The participants involved 34 students (26 female and 8 male) from senior high school in Patokbeusi, West Java, Indonesia and their average 17-18 ages old. DIPOLCI consists of 7 items in the form of one tier and then developed to be four tiers test. DIPOLCI examined through Rasch analysis based on fit statistics, Cronbach Alpha, item reliability and person reliability, and students’ mental model. The results show that DIPOLCI were valid and reliable to identify students’ mental model. Students’ mental model are mostly in the synthetic (SY) and scientific (SC) mental models were also analyzed in this research. It can be concluded the developed of DIPOLCI was able to analyze students’ mental model
The Influence of Big-Book Learning Media Based on Scientific Literacy on Students' Scientific Reading Ability: Text Scaffolding Skills and Reading Comprehension
No full textChoosing the right learning media is needed to improve 21st-century knowledge and skills, such as scientific reading skills. Big-Book is a learning medium in the form of a book that is relatively large in size and contains picture illustrations and text. This research aims to determine the implementation and influence of scientific literacy-based big-book learning media on students' scientific reading abilities. The method used in this research is Quasi-Experimental. The subjects used in this research were class VII students, junior high school using 2 classes consisting of 30 students. Sampling was carried out using purposive sampling, namely taking samples with certain considerations. The data collection technique in this research is a test by conducting a pretest and posttest. Meanwhile, the data analysis technique used is the ANCOVA analysis test. The research results based on the ANCOVA test show a significance value of 0.00 - 0.05, meaning that big-book learning media based on scientific literacy has a significant difference or influence on students' scientific reading abilities. So this research concludes that big-book media based on scientific literacy is very suitable to be used as a support for special learning regarding scientific reading skills
Improving Contextualized Problem-Solving Skills among Grade 8 Students Through "Digestive System" Problem-Oriented Learning: A Study Intervention Findings in the Complex Domain
Get PDFIndonesia needs more appropriate learning methods and educational policies to improve literacy and numeracy skills, including problem-solving competence. These two capabilities are fundamental in this era of Industrial Revolution 4.0. This research investigates whether Digestive System learning designed to be oriented toward contextual problems with direct SESD-based teaching encourages students' ability to solve contextual problems better than conventional learning in the classroom. Data collection included paper and pencil assessments of students' problem-solving skills through a quasi-experimental study using a pretest-posttest experiment control group design. The experimental group received learning about the digestive system based on the principles of education for sustainable development. The study sample comprised class VIII students at SMPN 4 Ponorogo. The result of this research shows that the ANCOVA analysis with pre-test scores as a covariate: F (6.860) indicates that the experimental group displayed more autonomy, independence, and openness in their approach to problem-solving due to the treatment they received. With a Cohen's d of 0.60, 72.4% of the "treatment" group will be above the mean of the "control" group (Cohen's U3), 76.6% of the two groups will overlap, and there is a 66.3% chance that a person picked at random from the experimental group will have a higher score than a person picked at random from the control group
A Bibliometric Analysis of the Impact of Project-Based Assessment on Conceptual Understanding in STEM Education
Get PDFThis bibliometric analysis investigates the impact of Project-Based Assessments (PBAs) on conceptual understanding in STEM education from 2019 to 2024. By examining a dataset of 996 publications, the study highlights significant fluctuations in research outputs and the evolving focus on educational methodologies, particularly noting an intensification of activity during the COVID-19 pandemic 2021. The publication trends show an increase from 184 documents in 2019 to a peak of 263 documents in 2021, followed by a gradual decline to 30 documents in 2024, suggesting shifts in research priorities or the field's maturation. Through detailed citation patterns and publication metrics analysis, the research elucidates the effectiveness of PBAs in enhancing student engagement and interdisciplinary integration while improving pedagogical practices. Key findings indicate that PBAs significantly improve students' understanding of complex STEM concepts through hands-on, real-world problem-solving and enhance educators' capabilities in delivering innovative instruction. Additionally, the study explores the role of technological advancements, such as 3D printing, in PBL, assessing their impact on the teaching and learning processes. By synthesizing information across various studies, this research provides a comprehensive overview of the educational outcomes associated with PBL. It offers insights into its long-term efficacy and adaptability in diverse educational settings. This analysis presents valuable perspectives for educators, policymakers, and researchers, aiming to optimize STEM education practices globally
Extent of Implementation of Special Science Curriculum in Public Secondary Schools in the Division of Rizal
Get PDFThe study determined the extent of the special science curriculum implementation in public secondary schools in the Division of Rizal for the school year 2022-2023. This research employed a descriptive survey design to determine the assessment of the teachers and school heads on the program's implementation. The findings revealed a commendable adherence to guidelines in admission and retention processes, garnering high ratings from respondents. However, the lower rating for student transfers from regular to SSC classes signals a need for enhancement. Regarding Curriculum and Instruction, there is a solid commitment to critical thinking and 21st-century skills; however, a lower rating for scientific research suggests a targeted need for improvement. For Learning Resources and Facilities, concerns arise regarding the science laboratory's functionality and the library's overall state.Regarding Faculty Development, the mean is lower for providing opportunities for training and seminars on research and advanced subjects, suggesting a need for improvement. There is no significant difference between the perceptions of the two groups of respondents regarding the extent of implementation of the Special Science Curriculum in terms of the different aspects. In general, teachers and school heads perceive the overall implementation of the Special Science Curriculum as a High Extent
Feasibility of Class XII Enzyme and Cell Metabolism Material Booklet Media Based on Acute Toxicity Test of Zuriat Fruit Seed Extract
Get PDFLearning media is a tool that makes it easier for educators to convey material to students effectively and efficiently to improve the quality of learning. Biology subjects in the essential enzymes and cell metabolism competencies require precision and accuracy, so appropriate learning media are needed. Booklets are a medium that can make it easier for students to learn. They are small, attractive, practical, simple, and easy to carry anywhere. This research aims to determine the suitability of booklet media for enzyme material and cell metabolism based on the acute toxicity test of Zuriat seed extract. This research's stages are determining potential problems, collecting information, designing booklets, validating booklets, revising booklets, and making booklets. The initial stage of making the booklet is to carry out an acute toxicity test of Zuriat seed extract and design the contents of the booklet. The suitability of the booklet is seen from the assessment carried out by five validators. The research instrument uses a validation sheet. The aspects assessed include format, content, and language. The research results show that the booklet can be declared suitable as a learning medium. The value for the format, content, and language aspects is 1. The results of the validation show the CVI value is 1. It can be concluded that the class XII booklet on enzymes and cell metabolism is based on the acute toxicity test Zuriat seed extract as a learning medium, which can be declared feasible
Paper Circuit Project-based STEAM Learning to Enhance Student Understanding and Creativity
Get PDFStudents believed physics was one of the most challenging sciences in education, and their interest in learning physics was lacking. Therefore, this study aims to enhance students' understanding and creativity in the STEAM learning system on electricity by creating a project (Paper Circuit) using the students' creativity at the junior high school level—quantitative research with a pre-experimental design used for this study. The population is 8th grade and 9th grade (50 students adapted to the curriculum used in the school) in one of the Junior Secondary Schools located in Bandung and Cimahi, Indonesia. The data is obtained from the pretest-posttest results, which show that the average pre-test score was 57.04 and the post-test score was 76.64. The nonparametric test was tested using the Wilcoxon test to measure student understanding. The results from e Wilcoxon are .000, which shows sig. 0.05, which means there is a significant difference between pre-test and post-test. Students' creativity is obtained from the Creativity Product Analysis Matrix (CPAM), and the result for Project 1 is 73.71%, categorized as enough, and Project 2 is 83.13%, categorized as good. Based on the result, Paper Circuit STEAM project-based learning can enhance student understanding and creativity. STEAM project-based learning can be used as an alternative teaching strategy in junior secondary school
The use of Egeria densa in understanding the cellular movement at the micro level of prospective science teachers
Get PDFThis study aims to help students learn cytoplasmic flow movement by using Egeria densa as a model. The study was conducted with six prospective science teachers studying at Bayburt University's Faculty of Education Science Teaching Undergraduate Program. As a data collection tool, a form containing questions to obtain prospective science teachers' knowledge of the concept of living things and the common characteristics of living things was used. The content analysis method was used to analyze the data. As a result of the findings, it was determined that although the prospective science teachers had sufficient knowledge about the vitality feature, they could not explain the movement, which has the vitality feature in detail. In addition, it was determined that the prospective science teachers could explain the cellular movement, which they had difficulty understanding at the micro level, by using Egeria densa as a model. Therefore, it can be said that using Egeria densa as a model for prospective science teachers to make sense of movement at a micro level is helpful
Redesigning Sciences Courses based on A Local Senior High School in Iloilo, Philippines’ Student Performances and Perspectives towards Hybrid Learning Approach
Get PDFThis study aimed to examine learners' perspectives on the hybrid learning approach, using printed modules and social media as learning materials to redesign science courses and improve their performances. This study involved 37 students from Tacuyong Sur National High School, 20 from the Grade 9 class and 17 from the Grade 12 Technical Vocational Livelihood (TVL) class in the fourth quarter of the school year 2021-2022. The 5-items multiple-choice test assesses student performance. A survey question determined learners' perspectives on hybrid learning after revising the delivery mode for science courses. Student performances based on their pre-test/post-test revealed the benefits and problems connected with the hybrid learning approach. Program for statistical analysis of sampled data (PSPP) interpreted the survey and student performance. Hybrid learning survey results revealed a practical approach to improve science learners' performances during the COVID-19 pandemic. Data results through teacher-technology innovation demonstrated the effectiveness of hybrid learning techniques to help teachers and curriculum planners redesign course subjects that improve science student performances