Fian Rifqi Irsalina
Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia

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A rasch model approach to gender-based thermal concept analysis in East Java high schools Fian Rifqi Irsalina; Lina Aviyanti; Renaldy Fredyan
Momentum: Physics Education Journal Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Kanjuruhan Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21067/mpej.v9i1.11007

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This research analyzes high school students' understanding of thermal concepts in East Java, focusing on identifying gender-based differences and misconceptions. A descriptive survey with a non-experimental cross-sectional design was conducted using the Thermal Concept Evaluation (TCE) instrument, distributed via Google Forms to 171 students (94 females and 77 males). Data were analyzed using the Rasch model with Winsteps software, providing a detailed diagnosis of student ability levels and item difficulties. The findings revealed significant misconceptions about thermal conductivity and thermal equilibrium, which were challenging for both genders. Male students demonstrated better comprehension of heat transfer and temperature change, while female students showed a slightly higher understanding of boiling concepts. Practical implications include the need for targeted instructional strategies, such as inquiry-based and problem-based learning, incorporating hands-on experiments and technology-based tools like simulations to visualize abstract thermal phenomena. Policymakers and educators are encouraged to adopt conceptual-based curricula, improve laboratory facilities, and provide teacher training programs to address misconceptions and bridge gender gaps in thermal physics education. These strategies aim to enhance students' understanding and prepare them for advanced applications in science and technology.
Self-regulated learning in physics: A comprehensive study of high school students through the lens of the Rasch Model Fian Rifqi Irsalina; Lina Aviyanti; Yayan Rahayani
Momentum: Physics Education Journal Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Kanjuruhan Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21067/mpej.v9i2.11393

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This study investigates the Self-Regulated Learning (SRL) profile of high school students in physics within the Indonesian Merdeka Curriculum, which emphasizes student-centered and independent learning. A descriptive quantitative approach with the Rasch model using Winsteps software was employed to analyze data from 72 Grade 11 students at a state high school in Bandung, Indonesia. The Motivated Strategies for Learning Questionnaire (MSLQ) assessed SRL across various subdomains. The instrument demonstrated high reliability (Cronbach Alpha of 0.90), indicating strong internal consistency in measuring SRL abilities. The analysis revealed that most students had a moderate SRL profile, with strengths in Control of Learning Beliefs and Task Values, reflecting strong beliefs in the positive outcomes of their physics learning. However, areas such as Test Anxiety, Critical Thinking, and Effort Regulation showed lower scores, indicating areas for improvement. Additionally, Metacognitive Self-Regulation and Peer Learning enhanced students' understanding of physics. Based on these findings, it is recommended that educators design project-based learning experiences to leverage students' motivation and foster intrinsic interest in learning. Reducing test anxiety through hands-on learning and strengthening metacognitive skills through independent strategies can further support student growth. Encouraging peer learning and promoting critical thinking, mainly through Help-Seeking, are also crucial for enhancing SRL. This research provides valuable insights into SRL profiles in physics learning and offers practical strategies to improve student engagement and performance within the Merdeka Curriculum framework.