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Development of Project-Based Science Learning Materials Using A Culturally Responsive Teaching Approach to Enhance Collaboration Skills and Conceptual Understanding Sakinah, Nur Milatis; Sudarmin, Sudarmin; Saptono, Sigit
International Journal of Active Learning Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): October 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/ijal.v10i2.31591

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This study aims to describe the characteristics of project-based science learning materials developed using the Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) approach and to analyze their feasibility and effectiveness. The research employed a Research and Development (R&D) design with the ADDIE model, consisting of five stages: Analyze, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. The developed product comprised a set of science learning materials for Grade VII on the topic of Motion and Force, integrating local cultural contexts into every stage of the project-based learning process. The resulting materials included a teaching module, student worksheets, and supplementary resources designed to be contextual, communicative, and aligned with the Merdeka Curriculum. Expert validation indicated that the materials were highly feasible in terms of content, language, visual presentation, and integration of local cultural values. Practicality testing revealed that both teachers and students considered the materials easy to use, engaging, and relevant to their real-life experiences. Effectiveness testing through a post-test design demonstrated a significant improvement in students’ conceptual understanding of science, as well as enhanced motivation and collaborative skills. In conclusion, the project-based science learning materials developed with the CRT approach are considered feasible, practical, and effective, particularly in fostering contextual and inclusive learning for Grade VII students.
Effectiveness of PjBL-JAS-based Student Worksheets on Environmental Change Materials to Improve Students' Problem Solving Ability and Creativity Eryka Oktaviana; Saptono, Sigit; Marianti, Aditya
Journal of Biology Education Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): Agustus 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/ujbe.v14i2.30738

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The change in curriculum to the Merdeka Curriculum provides a lot of changes in learning strategies, approaches, methods and models. Students need learning methods that can bring them to have the ability to be responsive to local, national and global issues and play an active role in providing problem-solving solutions. The purpose of this study was to test PjBL and JAS-based learning using student worksheets as learning tools. Students are asked to actively discuss, observe, explore and create a product. The N-Gain test results show that student worksheets are effective for improving students' problem solving skills and creativity. Problem solving ability and creativity of experimental class students are better when compared to control class students. The Mann-Whitney Test results show that there is a significant difference in value between the control class and the experimental class. Classical learning completeness of experimental class students was better than control class students.
Development of Android-Based Mobile Learning Media on Cell Material to Improve Students’ Learning Outcomes Mohammad Fatkhul Amien; Saptono, Sigit
Journal of Biology Education Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): Agustus 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/ujbe.v14i2.32768

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The widespread use of Android-based devices enables the application of mobile learning as a flexible and effective learning method. The development of the Society 5.0 concept emphasizes that humans are the center of innovation in utilizing technological advances born from the Industrial Revolution 4.0 era. The purpose of this study is to develop Android-based learning media on the structure and function of cell organelles, analyze the effectiveness of the media in improving students' cognitive learning outcomes, and determine the responses of teachers and students to the application of Android-based mobile learning media on the structure and function of cell organelles. The research method Research and Development (R&D) with a modified 4-D model design (Define, Design, Development, and Disseminate). This study involved 42 students from grade XI and biology teachers. The analysis was carried out based on validation tests by experts, analysis of student and teacher questionnaire responses, and analysis of cognitive learning outcomes with N-gain. Teacher and student responses were very good to the use of learning media Structure and Function of Cell Organelles with a value of 96% and 92%. The N-gain analysis for improving cognitive learning outcomes was found to be effective with a value of 0.78 and an effectiveness of 77.95%. The development of this Android-based learning media on the Structure and Function of Cell Organelles received a very positive response from teachers and students, and was found to be feasible and effective in improving students' cognitive learning outcomes.
The Development of Google Sites Learning Media Integrated with Islamic Values to Improve Religious Characters and Critical Thinking Skills Wahyuni, Desiy Ema Dwi; Ellianawati, Ellianawati; Saptono, Sigit
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.25488

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This research aims to determine the characteristics of Google Sites learning media integrated with Islamic values on Static Electricity material and its impact on the improvement of religious characters and critical thinking skills. The research method used is R&D with the ADDIE type. The research results show that the Google Sites learning media integrated with Islamic values on Static Electricity material is very valid for use. The validation scores from media and material experts were 4.38 and 4.42, respectively, with very valid criteria. The results of the data analysis show the N-Gain test results for 1 religious characters indicator with a high criterion and 7 religious character indicators with a medium criterion. The results of the N-Gain test for critical thinking skills showed 3 indicators with high criteria and 2 indicators with medium criteria. The results of the t-test for religious characters and critical thinking skills show a significant difference between the pretest and posttest scores. Based on the research results, the Google Sites learning media integrated with Islamic values on Static Electricity material is valid, usable, and can enhance the religious characters and critical thinking skills of the students.
Identification of Sustainable Environmental Literacy Needs as A Basis for Developing SDGs-Based Instruments Savitri, Erna Noor; Sudarmin, Sudarmin; Nuswowati, Murbangun; Saptono, Sigit
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.25567

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Sustainable environmental literacy is an important competency in supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially for prospective science teacher students. This study aims to identify the need for sustainable environmental literacy as a basis for developing measurement instruments that are relevant to the context of education and global environmental challenges. This study uses a descriptive approach by compiling indicators based on cognitive, affective, and psychomotor dimensions, and considering aspects of social awareness and real action. The results of the analysis show a gap between students' pro-environmental knowledge and attitudes and their actual behavior in everyday life. This finding emphasizes the importance of instruments that are able to describe environmental literacy conditions holistically to support transformative education and form agents of change who care about environmental sustainability.
Ethnoscience E-Supplement for Critical Thinking and Cognitive Outcomes Wardana, Irfan Ihza; Saptono, Sigit; Dewi, Novi Ratna
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.28898

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Most education systems have not fully supported the development of students’ critical thinking skills, partly due to the limitations of teaching materials that only refer to textbooks. Complex material such as Earth Structure requires a more contextual and meaningful approach. One strategy that can be used is the development of ethnoscience-laden e-supplementary teaching materials that link the material with local wisdom. This study aims to analyze the validity, practicality, effectiveness, and characteristics of Ethnoscience-Laden E-Supplement Teaching Materials to improve students’ critical thinking skills and cognitive learning outcomes. The research used the ADDIE development model with instruments in the form of questionnaires, validation sheets, pretests, and posttests. The results showed that the E-Supplement was feasible to use in learning, with material validity of 94% and media of 95% (very valid category). The E-Supplement was also effective in improving critical thinking skills (average 69%, high category) and cognitive learning outcomes (N-Gain 61%, moderately effective category). Practicality was rated very well by teachers (97.67%) and students (85%). The characteristics of the E-Supplement are contextual, practical, and easy to use, and they raise the ethnoscience of the Sikidang Crater legend to increase student involvement and understanding in learning.
Development of E-Comic Based on Culturally Responsive Teaching on the Topic of Matter and Its Changes to Improve Students’ Science Literacy Listiyowati, Siti; Widiyatmoko, Arif; Sumarni, Woro; Rusilowati, Ani; Saptono, Sigit
Journal of Innovative Science Education Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jise.v14i2.29571

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This study examined the effectiveness of e-comics based on culturally responsive teaching (CRT) in improving students' science literacy. A quasi-experimental design was employed with seventh-grade students at SMP Negeri 3 Lasem in the 2024/2025 academic year as the population. The sample was selected using cluster random sampling, with Class VII C assigned as the control group and Class VII D as the experimental group. Data were collected using a scientific literacy test and analyzed through quantitative and descriptive methods. The findings revealed that e-comics based on CRT significantly improved students' scientific literacy. The experimental group achieved an average N-gain score of 0.64 (moderate category), which was higher than the control group's average of 0.40. A Mann–Whitney test confirmed a significant difference between the two groups (p < 0.05). These results indicate that e-comics grounded in CRT are effective in enhancing junior high school students' scientific literacy.
The Effectiveness of E-LKPD Based on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) to Improve Students’ Critical Thinking Skills Badruttamam, Muhammad Imam; Saptono, Sigit; Ellianawati, Ellianawati
Journal of Innovative Science Education Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jise.v14i2.31452

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Critical thinking is a crucial 21st-century skill that must be fostered through contextual and sustainable learning approaches. However, in the Indonesian curriculum, there is still a lack of digital learning tools explicitly designed based on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), which limits opportunities to cultivate students’ critical thinking in environmental contexts. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of ESD-based electronic student worksheets (E-LKPD) in enhancing students’ critical thinking skills. The research employed a quasi-experimental design involving 138 senior high school students, divided into an experimental group (ESD-based E-LKPD) and a control group (conventional LKPD). The instrument used was a critical thinking test based on Facione’s five indicators: interpretation, analysis, evaluation, inference, and explanation. The results showed that the experimental group achieved a significantly higher normalized gain (N-Gain = 0.63, moderate category) compared to the control group (N-Gain = 0.30, low category), with a statistically significant difference (p < 0.05). Furthermore, 50% of students in the experimental group reached the high N-Gain category, while only 7% did so in the control group. These findings indicate that ESD-based E-LKPD is effective in improving students’ critical thinking skills and could serve as an innovative digital learning tool in environmental education.
IMPLEMENTASI PROGRAM ADIWIYATA DALAM UPAYA MENANAMKAN KEPEDULIAN LINGKUNGAN SISWA SMA DI KABUPATEN BREBES Astuti, Rafita Puji; Saptono, Sigit; Widiyaningrum, Priyantini
Prosiding Seminar Nasional Biologi Vol. 13 (2025)
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Degradasi lingkungan yang semakin mengkhawatirkan akibat aktivitas manusia mendorong pentingnya pendidikan dalam menanamkan kepedulian lingkungan sejak dini. Sekolah sebagai lembaga pendidikan formal memiliki peran penting dalam membentuk karakter peduli lingkungan. Salah satu upaya strategis adalah Program Adiwiyata yang diluncurkan pemerintah Indonesia untuk menciptakan sekolah yang peduli dan berbudaya lingkungan. Program ini mencakup kebijakan sekolah, kurikulum berbasis lingkungan, kegiatan partisipatif, serta pengelolaan sarana prasarana yang ramah lingkungan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan implementasi Program Adiwiyata dan menganalisis dampaknya terhadap hasil belajar serta sikap kepedulian lingkungan siswa di SMA Negeri Kabupaten Brebes. Penelitian menggunakan mixed methods dengan pendekatan kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data meliputi wawancara, observasi, dokumentasi, tes dan angket. Data kualitatif dianalisis dengan model Miles dan Huberman, sedangkan data kuantitatif dianalisis secara deskriptif. Jumlah responden dalam pengisian angket dan tes sebanyak 210 siswa dari tiga sekolah, yaitu SMA Negeri 1 Larangan, SMA Negeri 1 Tanjung, dan SMA Negeri 1 Kersana. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa implementasi Program Adiwiyata telah berjalan dengan baik di ketiga sekolah. Program ini berhasil mendorong siswa untuk aktif menjaga lingkungan melalui berbagai kegiatan seperti bank sampah, taman kelas, dan kurikulum tematik. Hasil angket menunjukkan tingkat kepedulian lingkungan siswa tergolong tinggi dari ketiga sekolah yaitu 81,37% dan hasil tes kognitif menunjukkan 80% siswa tuntas. Program Adiwiyata terbukti memberi kontribusi positif terhadap pembentukan sikap peduli lingkungan dan menciptakan budaya sekolah yang mendukung pembangunan berkelanjutan.
Development of a Minimum Competency Assessment (AKM ) Based on a Computer Based Test ( CBT ) to Measure Scientific Literacy and Numeracy Abilities Wulandari, Anggun; Sudarmin, Sudarmin; Subali, Bambang; Saptono, Sigit
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 1 (2024): April 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i1.350

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The Minimum Competency Assessment (AKM) is a measure of literacy and numeracy achievements, which is used to map the quality of education in Indonesia against international standards. To achieve the demands of the 21st century, one important aspect is assessment. Computer Based Testing (CBT) can be used as a solution for conducting digital assessments. This research aims to determine the quality and feasibility of the AKM instrument for scientific literacy and numeracy. This research method is R&D with the ADDIE type. This research sample used a purposive sampling technique with a sample of 100 students. Expert Validation is carried out by 5 validators. The results of the research show that the development of CBT-based A K M to measure scientific literacy and numeracy skills has very good quality with the average result obtained for scientific literacy being 4.66 and numeration obtaining an average validation score of 4.77. with the "very good" category. The results of the analysis of scientific literacy question types for the average multiple choice question type were 4.8, complex multiple choice 4.7, matching 4.7, description 4.9, and short essay 4.8 with statements of very good/valid quality. Meanwhile, the results of the analysis of numeracy question types for multiple choice question types averaged 4.6, complex multiple choice 4.4, matching 4.6, description 4.7, and short essay 4.7 with a statement that the quality of the five question types was very good/ valid. The feasibility of the AKM Scientific Literacy and Numeracy Instrument was obtained from the validity analysis of the 25 items. The results of the analysis using SPSS show that the number of valid questions is 21 questions in the Eligible category.
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