Exploring Student Subjectivity in Perceiving Courses Content in the Biology Department at an Islamic Religious University

Abstract

Individual interpretations of specific phenomena exhibit a wide range of variations. Some consider higher education to be of utmost importance, while others assert that it is merely a financial burden. Similar perspectives apply to the comparison between science and religion. These interpretations are influenced by the individual's background conducting the assessment and the specific context applied in that evaluation. Likewise, within the context of academic coursework, there is a diversity of opinions regarding the level of difficulty, often dependent on the student's understanding and subjective perspective of the course. This study aims to comprehend and analyse how students majoring in Biology subjectively interpret and perceive their Biology courses. The research employs a qualitative approach using the Grounded Theory methodology. The sample consists of 40 students selected through theoretical sampling. Data collection is conducted via a Google Form-based questionnaire. Some perceive introductory Biology courses as relatively easy, while courses involving calculations are often regarded as the most challenging