Science Education Students Research Articles

Development of Virtual Mentor-Based Chembo Learning Media to Improve The Learning Outcomes of Science Education Students

This study aims to develop Chembo (Chemical Bond) learning media based on Virtual Mentors to improve student learning outcomes in Science Education on Chemical Bonds. The research method used is research and development with 4D (four-D) design, namely definition, design, development, and deployment. The instruments used in this research were questionnaires and pretest and posttest questions. The results of the study show that the results of material validation by material experts are at number 72 which is in the "Very Eligible" category, while the validation results by media experts are 55, which is in the "Very Eligible" category. The results of students' assessment of the feasibility of learning media were in the "Very feasible" category with a conversion score of 33.82. Data on the results of student responses to chembo learning media get a value of 246.5 which, if converted, will get a value of 4.24 in the "strongly agree" category. Student learning outcomes after using Chembo learning media also experienced an increase seen from the comparison between students' pretest and posttest scores. The average score of students' pretest before using Chembo media was 48.97, while the average posttest score of students after using Chembo media was 80.86. The students' pretest and posttest gain test results scored 0.62 in the "Medium" category. Based on the study's results, it can be concluded that chembo learning media is very feasible to use in supporting the learning process and can improve student learning outcomes, especially in chemical bonding material.

Generating Creative Scientific Ideas in Collaborative Learning Using Computer-Based Mind Mapping

Creativity is widely described as a key 21st-century skill. Science education has emphasized the development of creative ideas or innovative solutions with the support of technology. Several research results have shown that the collaborative learning model is the most widely applied treatment and has proven to awaken students' creative thinking abilities. This study aims to generate scientific creative ideas through scientific creative assignments by applying a computer-based Mind Mapping learning strategy in collaborative learning. This research is an exploratory study investigating how Science Education students engage in tasks to generate scientific creativity with technological support, specifically how they generate ideas in small groups by applying relevant thinking strategies, engaging in social communication, and building computer-based creative ideas. Do high- and low-performing groups differ in their idea-generation process, and if so, what are the differences? Mind mapping to facilitate group thinking. The participants were 16 3rd semester students who worked on a series of scientific creativity tasks in 4 groups. All categories emerged in the conversations, although the percentage of frequency varied. Compared to low-performing groups, high-performing groups engaged more in divergent thinking, mind mapping, and regulative discussions, in addition to making these activities more closely connected with idea generation. These findings have implications for the design of technology-supported educational interventions intended to promote and improve group creativity in science education.

We are still to learn from our learners: A hidden curriculum developed during the covid-19 pandemic

The present study was conducted to explore various aspects of the hidden curriculum in virtual instruction during the Covid-19 pandemic. Participants were 30 undergraduate students of educational sciences in a major state university in Iran. In this qualitative phenomenological study, data were collected via semi-structured interviews, and analyzed according to Strauss and Corbin's outline by open and axial coding. Nine major themes emerged: academic burnout, decreased academic resilience, self-directed learning, the prominence of the content, power distance between faculty and students, academic procrastination, academic dishonesty, educational inequality, and academic help seeking. Results showed that virtual instruction during the Covid-19 pandemic had created a hidden curriculum, impacting students' performance in academic and motivational areas. Students had also developed diverse attitudes towards education, their own learning, and teachers' practice.

Analysis of Basic Laboratory Skills of Science Education Students Using Pictorial-Based Instruments

Laboratory skills are an important aspect of natural sciences in schools and higher education, often linked to psychomotor aspects of learning. Several studies have developed several methods that can be used to evaluate laboratory skills, for example, the use of observation sheets equipped with rubrics. However, often using this method requires a longer learning time. Therefore, there is a need for research that examines how to evaluate students' basic laboratory skills. This research aims to analyze students' basic laboratory skills using pictorial-based instruments. This research method uses descriptive qualitative. This instrument is equipped with pictures that provide visualization. The basic laboratory skills are focused on experiments on making standard solutions from solids, making standard solutions from concentrated solutions, and acid-base titrations. Based on the analysis, it was found that the basic laboratory skills of science students in the experiment of making standard solutions from solids contained six basic skills, including selecting tools, weighing solids, transferring solids into a beaker, putting them in a volumetric flask, marking the solution, reading the meniscus mark. In the experiment of making a standard solution, there are five basic skills, namely selecting tools, taking the stock solution, transferring it into a volumetric flask, marking the solution, and reading the meniscus mark. The titration experiment consists of 8 skills, including selecting equipment, taking the analyte solution, taking the titrant solution, adding a titration indicator, using the titration technique, observing the endpoint of the titration, reading the meniscus, and calculating the solution's concentration.

Undergraduate students’ predilection for seating pattern and their engagement in a collaborated blended learning in the science education classroom

The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of undergraduate students’ predilection of seating pattern on their engagement and achievement in a collaborated blended learning in a science education classroom. The sample of this study constituted 120 third year science education students. This research employed a mixed method design by using qualitative and quantitative studies. Two instruments named: Student’s performance and predilection for seating pattern (SPAPFSP) and Students’ class experience with the U-shape seating pattern (SCEUSP), choice of seating pattern and why the choice were used. The Cronbach alpha reliability for the instrument ranged from 0.89 to 0.91. Results of the analysis using a 2 by three analysis of variance indicated that the students in the U-shaped classroom achieved more than those in the row-column arrangement. A paired sample t-test analysis test results reported that students preferred the U-shape seating pattern in their classrooms. The implication of this study is that the seating pattern adopted by a teacher influences the educational outcome of students. It was therefore recommended among others that the U-shape seating arrangement be used in a blended science instruction.

Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran CPS (Colligative Properties Of The Solution) Berbasis Intelligen Tutoring System untuk Meningkatkan HOTS Mahasiswa Pendidikan IPA

This research aims develop CPS learning media based on the Intelligen Tutoring System to improve the HOTS abilities of Science Education Students, especially the Colligative Properties of Solutions material. The method used in this research is research and development with 4D (four-D) design, namely define, design, develop and disseminate. The definition stage, learning objectives are formulated, the design stage is carried out by designing learning media, while at the development stage, learning media are validated by media experts and material experts, the dissemination stage is carried out via YouTube and Unib e-learning. The results of the research show that the learning media validation scores by material experts and media experts are respectively at 73 and 55 in the "Very Appropriate" category. The results of students' assessment of the feasibility of learning media were in the "Very feasible" category with conversion score of 34,94. Student responses to CPS learning media showed a mean score of 252,8 with conversion value of 4,23 in the "strongly agree" category. Student HOTS in this study was measured using pretest and posttest questions which had been prepared using HOTS indicator. Based on the evaluation results, it is known that the average student pretest score is 53,38 and the student posttest is 81,98. Meanwhile, the N-Gain value is 0,61 in the "medium" category. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the CPS learning media developed is very suitable for use in supporting the learning process and can increase the HOTS of science education students.

Analysis of Scientific Field Suitability and the Goal Achievement of Certified Independent Study Internship and Learning Activity Form for Undergraduate Students of Social Science Education at Universitas Negeri Malang

Form of Learning Activity (BKP) of certified independent study internship (MSIB) is an activity that is intended for students to get to know the current world of work. However, based on its implementation, the achievement of the objectives and suitability of BKP MSIB with the scientific field study programs becomes a real issue in the implementation of BKP MSIB. This paper aims to describe the achievement of the objectives of BKP MSIB for undergraduate students at the Social Science Education Study Program of UM, as well as the suitability of BKP MSIB followed by undergraduate students at the UM Social Science Education with the scientific field study program. The study uses a descriptive narrative study method to answer the formulation of the problem based on the students’ experience of BKP MSIB participants who came from S1 UM Social Science Education. The research results indicate the achievement of the objectives of BKP MSIB. Students get the right fulfillment to obtain experience in the implementation of BKP MSIB. The right fulfillment to obtain experience is evidenced by the experience of getting off the field for 1-4 months (for certified internships), as well as the real-world issues, which are raised to be reviewed in the classroom (for Certified Independent Studies). Based on its implementation on undergraduate students of UM Social Science Education, it turns out that BKP MSIB still has shortcomings. The shortcomings include the incompatibility between BKP MSIB taken by S1 students of UM Social Science Education with the scientific field study program. Furthermore, based on the research, it is still found students who have a sense of “compulsion” to undergo BKP MSIB MBKM.

Native Students in Library and Information Science Education, 1990-2019

In this longitudinal study, we explored institutional-level factors that may have contributed to the success of Native students in graduate Library Information Science (LIS) programs from 1990-2019. We used a mixed methods design: first we assessed patterns of participation of Native students in LIS for that period; next we identified the LIS programs that graduated the most Native students and investigated them in depth using a case-study approach. We utilized data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE). We found that the low participation of Native students in LIS replicated overall trends in the participation of Native students in graduate education in non-tribal establishments. We also found that the low participation of Native students remained a major historical trend characterizing the participation of Native students in LIS. The study suggests that institutional factors contributing to the success of Native students in LIS include effective recruitment, financial aid, and the assurance of their continuous enrollment and graduation via cohort learning, mentorship, flexibility of curriculum choices, and practical experiences. Substantively, this study contributes to the understanding of factors affecting the participation of Native students in graduate education, and it may be a foundation for further research into factors affecting Native students’ success in non-tribal colleges. Methodologically, it offers a model replicable for similar investigations in other fields.

Constructive alignment: Teaching introductory gross anatomy to sport science students.

The purpose of this descriptive article was to illustrate the process of using constructive alignment in redesigning an introductory gross anatomy unit that is taught specifically to sports science and physical education students at Victoria University. The unit was redesigned as an intensive learning unit in 2017 as part of a broader university-wide process. The teaching team decided that the first stage of the constructive alignment process should be necessarily focused on an understanding of the career destinations of graduates from the courses. With this understanding, it became easier to work through the redesign of intended learning objectives, the shift from systemic to regional anatomy changes in content and learning support mechanisms, and alterations to assessment practices. A comparison of student pass rates for the unit from 2018 to 2023 with pass rates in the previous semester-long version of the unit, suggests optimism about the changes that were made through the constructive alignment process. However, there were a number of other factors that may have contributed to this result, and more research is needed on the specific effectiveness of the changes made during the constructive alignment process before a confident conclusion about the success of the process can be made.

Application of Process Portofolio Assessment Based on Guided Inquiry Model in Improving Critical Thinking Skills and Learning Outcomes of Science Education Students

Critical thinking skills are one of the skills that must be possessed by human resources in the 21st century. In fact, the critical thinking skills of science education students have not been properly empowered. The design of this research is quasi-experimental research. The research population used was all Science Education students at IAIN Kediri. The sample used in this study were two classes of Batch 2022, namely class A and class B. Data collection was carried out using a pretest and posttest to measure critical thinking skills, process portfolio assessment, observation of student attitudes and skills learning outcomes. The results showed that there was a positive effect from the implementation of the process portfolio assessment on students' critical thinking skills and biology learning outcomes. The conclusion that can be drawn is that the application of process portfolio assessment in the guided inquiry model causes higher critical thinking skills and student biology learning outcomes

Undergraduate Students' Attitudes and Mathematical Reasoning During the Pandemic: The Mediating Role of Metacognitive Awareness

<p style="text-align:justify">During the Covid-19 pandemic, this study investigated the role of metacognitive awareness as a mediator in the correlation between attitude and mathematical reasoning among undergraduates who are first year university students. These studies distribute mathematical reasoning assessments, metacognitive awareness questionnaires, and attitude surveys as research data. One hundred eighty-four undergraduate students from one public institution in Malaysia's Klang Valley area participated in the research. The impact of metacognitive awareness on attitude and mathematical reasoning was studied using Version 25 of the Statistical Packages for the Social Sciences. The findings indicated that undergraduate mathematics and science education students excelled in non-mathematics and science education students in mathematical reasoning capacity. According to the findings, undergraduate mathematics and science education students had good metacognitive understanding and used more approaches in mathematical reasoning assessment. Further study implies that more research should be conducted to assess different demographics, such as institute training teachers' metacognitive awareness and attitude towards mathematical reasoning.</p>

Contextual-Based Physics Learning Through Experimental Method to Increase Learning Outcomes in Thermodynamics Material

One of the important benefits of implementing meaningful learning for students is improving better learning outcomes. But in general the ability to manage meaningful learning is still relatively low. This study aimed to describe the effectiveness of contextual-based physics learning through experimental method to increase learning outcomes in thermodynamics material. The effectiveness of contextual-based physics learning through experimental method was described based on the data of increasing students’ learning outcomes. This research employed an one-group pretest-posttest pre-experimental design. The results showed that the contextual-based physics learning through experimental method was able to increase learning outcomes of science education students in thermodynamics material with N-gain of 0.69 in medium category increase. Statistical Wilcoxon test also informed that the learning model can significantly improve learning outcomes of science education students in thermodynamics material. Based on the increase of learning outcomes, it can be concluded the contextual-based physics learning through experimental method was effective.

Implementation of Learning Through Research Internships for Social Science Education Students in Micro Enterprises at the Al-Fatimah Bojonegoro Pondok Pesantren

The Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka Program (MBKM) is one of the flagship programs of the Ministry of Education and Culture, which aims to encourage students to master various knowledge that is useful for entering the world of work. One form of learning activities offered is apprenticeship/practice. Internship aims to provide opportunities to apply theories that have been learned in lectures, as well as the application of general and specific skills in the world of work. Through the Kedaireka Matching Fund (MF) 2023 program, the Social Science Education study program, Unesa partnered with Micro Enterprises at the Al-Fatimah Bojonegoro, holding research internships. Research internships are attended by ten students for one semester. Data collection techniques used interviews with all research subjects, including documentation in the form of internship program manuals and student internship reports. Internship activities at Al-Fatimah Islamic Pondok Pesantren include three main activities, namely: workshops, observations, and entrepreneurial practices. During the internship, students make various household cleaning products such as detergent, dish soap, perfume and so on. Students also sell household cleaning products, whether marketed directly to consumers, trade fairs or marketing using online media. The results of the activity show that the apprenticeship program at Al-Fatimah Bojonegoro Pondok Pesantren Micro Enterprise provides hands-on learning experience for Social Sciences Education students to manage entrepreneurship starting from managing trademarks, optimizing production, optimizing marketing and managing cooperatives. The internship experience also adds soft skills, so that students are ready to compete and open up new business opportunities.

Implementation of Learning Through Research Internships for Social Science Education Students in Micro Enterprises at the Al-Fatimah Bojonegoro Pondok Pesantren

The Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka Program (MBKM) is one of the flagship programs of the Ministry of Education and Culture, which aims to encourage students to master various knowledge that is useful for entering the world of work. One form of learning activities offered is apprenticeship/practice. Internship aims to provide opportunities to apply theories that have been learned in lectures, as well as the application of general and specific skills in the world of work. Through the Kedaireka Matching Fund (MF) 2023 program, the Social Science Education study program, Unesa partnered with Micro Enterprises at the Al-Fatimah Bojonegoro, holding research internships. Research internships are attended by ten students for one semester. Data collection techniques used interviews with all research subjects, including documentation in the form of internship program manuals and student internship reports. Internship activities at Al-Fatimah Islamic Pondok Pesantren include three main activities, namely: workshops, observations, and entrepreneurial practices. During the internship, students make various household cleaning products such as detergent, dish soap, perfume and so on. Students also sell household cleaning products, whether marketed directly to consumers, trade fairs or marketing using online media. The results of the activity show that the apprenticeship program at Al-Fatimah Bojonegoro Pondok Pesantren Micro Enterprise provides hands-on learning experience for Social Sciences Education students to manage entrepreneurship starting from managing trademarks, optimizing production, optimizing marketing and managing cooperatives. The internship experience also adds soft skills, so that students are ready to compete and open up new business opportunities.

The Effects of Problem-Based Learning on Academic Achievement in Ecology Concepts among Science Education Students in Gusau

The study investigated Effect of Problem-Based Learning on academic achievement in Ecology Concepts among Science Education Students in Gusau. Quasi-experimental pretest, post test control group design. The population comprised of one thousand two hundred and twenty five Biology SS11 students from 11 public Senior Secondary Schools in Zaria metropolis. A sample of 137 students from two schools was randomly selected. The study involves two groups- experimental and a control group. The experimental group was taught Ecology concept using Problem-based learning while the control group was exposed to the same concept using Conventional Method. One instrument was used for data collection Namely Ecology Achievement Test. The instrument was duly validated and have reliability coefficient of 0.87, using Pearson Product Moment Correlation statistic. Two research questions and two null hypotheses were formulated and answered using Mean and Standard deviation statistics and Independent Samples t-test at alpha 0.05 level of significance. The major findings reveals a significant difference between mean academic achievement scores in favor of the experimental group. Based on the findings, it was recommended among others, that workshops, seminars and conferences should be organised for Biology teachers on the use of Problem-Based learning among science education students in Gusau.

Chemistry Anxiety Among Bachelor-Level Students in Science Education

This research aims to investigate the reasons for anxiety among Bachelor's level Chemistry students. This study adopted a phenomenological research approach to elicit in-depth responses from teachers and students about their lived experiences and perceptions that cause anxiety in science classes due to the chemicals in the lab. The data was collected through in-depth interviews with students who suffer from anxiety in Chemistry classes. This study tried to uncover some of the roots of scientific fear. The interviews resulted in clear descriptions of the pupils' anxiousness. Fear appears to be linked to language issues, instructional approaches, and perception of chemistry views the student’s main source of anxiety is the language problem. Understanding the causes of science anxiety may also help educators construct more effective classes. They can think about the reasons for worry in these students and create some experiences for them to motivate them to complete the course. If teachers are aware of the issues that arise from students' chemistry anxiety, they can assist students in reducing their worry. furthermore, they can focus more effectively on course activities and materials. Using visual resources, asking questions, and creating activities that require active student participation, the instructor can help students overcome their passive approach to the subject during a lecture.

Native Students in Library and Information Science Education, 1990–2019: Past Trends and Implications for Future Advancement

Abstract: In this longitudinal study, the authors explored institutional-level factors that may have contributed to the success of Native students in graduate library and information science (LIS) programs from 1990 to 2019. They used a mixed-methods design: first, they assessed patterns of participation of Native students in LIS for that period; next, they identified the LIS programs that graduated the most Native students and investigated them in depth using a case-study approach. The authors utilized data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE). They found that the low participation of Native students in LIS replicated overall trends in the participation of Native students in graduate education in nontribal establishments. They also found that the low participation of Native students remained a major historical trend characterizing the participation of Native students in LIS. This study suggests that institutional factors contributing to the success of Native students in LIS include effective recruitment, financial aid, and the assurance of their continuous enrollment and graduation via cohort learning, mentorship, flexibility of curriculum choices, and practical experiences. Substantively, this study contributes to the understanding of factors affecting the participation of Native students in graduate education and serves as a foundation for further research into factors affecting Native students' success in nontribal colleges. Methodologically, it offers a model replicable for similar investigations in other fields.

Trends and gaps in empirical research on gamification in science education: A systematic review of the literature

Digital technology development has led to the creation of various learning options in the<b> </b>science education<b> </b>field. Technology such as gamification has been used in several science areas, uncovering diverse benefits regarding its usage. However, more research is needed to understand how gamification enhances students learning in science fields. Therefore, this study review presented an overview of gamification usage in the science education field literature and focused on research indexed in several international databases. 31 studies were included for review. The results showed that most of the studies presented positive outcomes as gamification proved to be effective with science education students. The study also indicated that most gamification studies were mostly used to enhance students’ learning skills in science education. The results of this study provide valuable data regarding technology techniques to enhance students’ skills in science education. Further research is needed to cover areas that are not widely investigated in gamification literature.

Exploring the Entrepreneurial Intention, Expectations of Success and Self-efficacy among the Students of Physical Education and Sports Sciences in Pakistan

The purpose of the study was to explore the entrepreneurial intention, expectations of success, and self-efficacy among students of Sports Sciences in the district of Bahawalpur. The descriptive research method was used to collect data from the students of the Department of Sports Sciences of different colleges of Bahawalpur. A total of 300 students who have completed their intermediate level and enrolled in the graduate study were selected as a sample of the study by using a random sampling technique. A questionnaire was used to conduct this study. One base of the analysis of the study, this study concluded that the majority of the students had a moderate level of entrepreneurial intention, with a higher intention among male students than female students. The findings of the study further depicted that students studying sports sciences with entrepreneurship education and training. This research further gives detailed insights into students' perceptions and experiences with entrepreneurship in the sports business.

DEVELOPMENT OF INTEGRATED SCIENCE TEACHING MATERIALS MODEL PROBLEM BASED LEARNING (PBL) LOCAL WISDOM CLASS VII SMP

The COVID-19 pandemic, the implementation of learning for the yellow, orange, and red zone areas is prohibited from face-to-face learning while the green zone area is allowed. Demanding teachers to make teaching materials that help students learn at home and at school. This study aims to produce teaching materials for Integrated Science Problem Based Learning models based on valid and practical local wisdom. This type of research using the Plomp model consists of three stages, namely: the initial investigation stage, the prototype formation stage and the assessment stage. The research subjects were 3 science education lecturers, FMIPA UNP, teachers and students of SMP N 03 Solok Selatan. The instruments used in this study were validation questionnaires and practical questionnaires. The data in this study used the momem kappa formula, the results of the validity test were 0.83 with a very high category, the practical results of students and teachers were obtained 0.84, 0.82 and 0.83 with a very high category. It can be concluded that the integrated science teaching materials using the Problem Based Learning model based on local wisdom are valid and practical to use in class VII SMP