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Development of Digital Atlas with Multiple Intelligences on the Materials of Cell Structure and Function to Improve Cognitive Thinking Ability of Senior High School Students Ricky Janu Riyadi; Saptono, Sigit
Journal of Biology Education Vol. 14 No. 3 (2025): November 2025
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/ujbe.v14i3.33037

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Cell Structure and Function is one of the biology topics in senior high schools that needs to be concretized, as students cannot directly observe cellular structures and organelles without supporting tools. Learning this material requires observation of illustrations, logical reasoning, collaboration, and independent study. Relying solely on textbooks as the main learning source is considered less effective in mastering the concepts, which results in students’ incomplete cognitive understanding. Therefore, an additional teaching supplement that visualizes the material while accommodating students’ learning styles is necessary. This study aims to describe the characteristics of the developed atlas, analyze its validity, examine teachers’ and students’ responses, and evaluate the effectiveness of the atlas in improving students’ cognitive abilities. This research employed a Research and Development (R&D) design with eight stages: identifying potentials and problems, data collection, product design, expert validation, design revision, product trial, product revision, and usage trial. The subjects were XI MIPA A and XI MIPA E students at SMA N 1 Batang in the 2021/2022 academic year. Research instruments included interview sheets, validity sheets, teacher and student response questionnaires, and a 25-item multiple-choice test. Data were analyzed using descriptive quantitative percentages. The results showed that the developed atlas presented schematic illustrations and varied microscopic observations, linked cellular phenomena, encouraged logical reasoning through “let’s reason” prompts, facilitated discussions, and supported independent learning via YouTube videos. The validity test obtained a score of 96.6% (very good) from material experts and 87.5% (very good) from media experts. Teachers’ and students’ responses reached 90.7% and 91.2%, respectively, both categorized as very good. Effectiveness testing indicated improvements in cognitive thinking skills with the following N-Gain scores: remembering (C1) = 0.93 (high), understanding (C2) = 0.80 (high), applying (C3) = 0.76 (high), analyzing (C4) = 0.57 (moderate), and evaluating (C5) = 0.71 (high). Based on these results, the digital atlas incorporating multiple intelligences is proven effective in enhancing students’ cognitive thinking skills.  
Challenges of Education in Indonesia in Facing Fossil Energy Problems and Renewable Energy Use Mudhofir, Faiz; Cahyono, Edy; Saptono, Sigit; Sulhadi, Sulhadi
International Journal of Social Learning (IJSL) Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): December
Publisher : Indonesian Journal Publisher in cooperation with Indonesian Social Studies Association (APRIPSI)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47134/ijsl.v6i1.517

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Global demand for fossil energy continues to increase, affecting both the environment and energy availability. This study aims to describe the energy crisis and its impacts, the adoption of renewable energy (RE), and the educational challenges in addressing these problems in Indonesia.  The Systematic Literature Review method was conducted using Harzing’s Publish or Perish application, which indexed articles from Scopus and Google Scholar, using the keywords “energy crisis,” “renewable energy,” “energy education Indonesia,” and “impact of fossil energy.” The review covered publications from 2017 to March 2025. A total of 116 articles met the eligibility criteria. The results indicate that the environmental impacts include increases in CO2 emissions driven by urbanization, industrialization, and transportation. Globally, RE adoption remains at only 1%. The use of renewable energy in Indonesia is relatively low, at 11.31% of the available energy supply. Indonesia’s educational strategies include establishing specialized schools for the development of RE, curriculum support, and implementing project-based learning. These strategies must be replicated and further developed by other institutions. Through these efforts, Indonesia is expected to become more aware of the limitations and impacts of fossil energy and better able to utilize the availability of renewable energy.
Cognitive Learning Outcomes of Elementary School Students Through Differentiated Problem-Based Learning Husna Lailatul Latifa; Sigit Saptono; Barokah Isdaryanti
Journal of Primary Education Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): Juni (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v14i1.36825

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Learning that focuses solely on one-way knowledge transmission without integrating students into the learning process is one factor contributing to students' low cognitive learning outcomes. Conventional learning encompasses this kind of learning. Since every student learns differently, the current application of the Merdeka Curriculum's tenets is not in line with the use of conventional teaching methods. The purpose of this study is to investigate how the use of a differentiated Problem-Based Learning paradigm can improve students' cognitive learning outcomes in science. This study uses Nonequivalent Control Group Design and is quantitative in nature. The study's sample comprised 28 fourth-grade children from SDN Ngemplak Simongan 01 and 28 students from SDN Manyaran 03. The N-Gain test findings, which show that the experimental group received an average score of 0.71 while the control group received an average score of 0.55, provide evidence of this. Furthermore, the independent sample t-test used for hypothesis testing produced a significant value of 0.000<0.05, which resulted in the rejection of H0. This suggests that, in comparison to children who received conventional instruction, the cognitive learning outcomes of students taught utilizing the differentiated PBL paradigm demonstrated a high degree of progress and a significant difference.
Development of Integrated Learning Supplements on Islamic Values for Reproductive System Materials to Enhance Critical Thinking Skills and the Religious Character of MA Students Khasanah, Yuliati; Lisdiana, Lisdiana; Saptono, Sigit; Ellianawati, Ellianawati
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 3 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i3.30393

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In today's global era, education not only emphasizes cognitive aspects and critical thinking skills but also character formation and the internalization of moral values. One of the main challenges for Madrasah Aliyah is to integrate Islamic values into science learning so that students excel intellectually and have a strong religious character. This research aims to develop a valid and effective learning supplement that integrates Islamic values for use in reproductive system materials to strengthen students' critical thinking abilities and religious character. This research uses the ADDIE development model (Analyze, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation), with data collected through interviews, observations, questionnaires, and tests (pre-post). The supplement was analyzed by experts in content and media and was tested on students from class XI IPA1 and XI IPA2 at MAN 2 Semarang and MAN Salatiga. Data analysis techniques used descriptive analysis and  statistical data analysis. This supplement is declared very valid by media experts (93.37%) and material experts (95.49%), with a high readability level (88.18%). Strengthening critical thinking skills is shown through the N-Gain analysis per indicator with an average score of 0.82 (high category) and the religious character of students is indicated through the N-Gain analysis per indicator with an average score of 0.82 (high category).  
Implementation of problem-based learning and the challenges in science education: A systematic literature review Faiz Mudhofir; Edy Cahyono; Sigit Saptono; Sulhadi
Journal of Advanced Sciences and Mathematics Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Advanced Sciences and Mathematics Education
Publisher : CV. FOUNDAE

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58524/jasme.v6i1.1020

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Background: Problem-Based Learning, PBL, is a student-centered approach in science education that promotes conceptual understanding and higher-order thinking by engaging learners with authentic contextual problems. Aims: This systematic review synthesizes how PBL is implemented in science education, what outcomes are most frequently reported, and what barriers commonly hinder its adoption. Method: A PRISMA-guided systematic literature review was conducted using Scopus. Searches employed the terms “problem-based learning,” “science education,” and “science learning.” Eligible studies were empirical journal articles and conference proceedings published from 2017 to August 2025, written in English, and involving participants from elementary school through higher education. Of 388 records identified, 53 studies met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed according to publication trends, research designs, implementation strategies, targeted outcomes, and reported constraints. Results: Across educational levels, PBL was consistently associated with cognitive gains, especially in critical thinking, problem solving, and higher-order thinking skills. The reviewed evidence also indicated affective benefits, including stronger scientific attitudes, improved learning motivation, and enhanced collaboration. Nevertheless, recurring challenges emerged, such as limited instructional time, demanding assessment processes, curriculum coverage pressures, uneven teacher readiness, unequal participation in group work, and gaps in access to learning resources and technology. Conclusion: PBL offers clear promise for improving both cognitive and affective dimensions of science learning, yet its success depends on well-designed contextual problems, adequate pedagogical support, and alignment with learners’ readiness. Strengthening teacher capacity and refining assessment practices are essential to reduce persistent implementation barriers.
Co-Authors Abdul Latif Aditya Marianti Agesti Purnaning Putri Al Ayyubi, Sholahudin Hasby Yusuf Alfan, Dheny Choirul Aliyana, Aliyana Amin Retnoningsih Andi Fadllan Andin Irsadi Anggun Wulandari Ani Rusilowati Ari Widodo Ari Widodo Ari Yuniastuti Ariati, Theodora Prahereni Novi Arif Billah, Arif Arif Widiyatmoko, Arif Ariwibowo, Litasari Aldila Ariyatun, Ariyatun Asih, Oktavia Yudhi Astuti, Rafita Puji Badruttamam, Muhammad Imam Bagus Addin Hutomo, Bagus Addin Bambang Subali Barokah Isdaryanti Budi Astuti Budi Naini Mindyarto, Budi Naini Budiyono Budiyono Citra Nur Anisah Dalaila, Isvana Dewi Mustikaningtyas Dewi, Novi Ratna Didi Nur Jamaludin Dyah Rini Indriyanti Dyah Setyaningrum Winarni Dyah Setyaningrum Winarni Edy Cahyono Eka Aprilia Mardiansyah, Eka Aprilia Eling Purwantoyo Ellianawati, Ellianawati Endah Peniati Endang Susilaningsih Endang Susilaningsih Enni Suwarsi Rahayu Erna Noor Savitri, Erna Noor Ernawati, Yuliana Erwin Prastyo Eryka Oktaviana Faiz Mudhofir Faiz Mudhofir Faridah, Indah Faridah, Nilen Fawaida, Ulya Febrianto, Taufan Feghana, Ferghana Fijar, Nur Alif Fina Fakhriyah Fine Reffiane Fitri Arum Sasi, Fitri Arum Fonda, Sarah Shabrina Hafizhasando, Ramajid Hartono Hartono Husna Lailatul Latifa Ibnul Mubarok Indah Urwatin Wusqo Indriani, Betty Ismarlini, Ismarlini Izza, Fika Rofiuddin Jana Sandra Joko Sutarto Khasanah, Yuliati Khusnul Budiani Kumalasari, Mia Laila, Nafisatul Lemmuela, Litania Hephzibah Lilis Erfianti Lisdiana Lisdiana Lisdiana, Lisdiana Listiaji, Prasetyo Listiyowati, Siti Lukitasary, Deasy Arta Lutfia Nur Hadiyanti, Lutfia Nur Maftukhatul Karim Marcelia Ardianti Margareta Rahayuningsih Margareta Rahayuningsih Nugroho Edi K Martien Herna Susanti Masrikhah, Ririn Masturi Masturi Mohammad Fatkhul Amien Mudhofir, Faiz Muhammad Abdullah Muhammad Zaenuri Murbangun Nuswowati Musriyono, Anna Ardiyani Mutiara Nurul Lita Azizah Mutiara Nurul Lita Azizah Naharuddin Naharuddin Naimatus Sa'diyah Narinda Intany, Narinda Nikmah, Alfiyatun Nourmayanti, Andrina Eka Novi Ratna Dewi Nugroho Edi Kartijono Nur Hikmah Nurul Wahidah Nuryani Rustaman Nuryani Y Rustaman Pangastuti, Aulia Tirani Parjiyo, Parjiyo Parmin - PH, Qori Agussuryani Pramesti Dewi Priyantini Widiyaningrum Priyantini Widiyaningrum Putut Marwoto Qalfin, Moh. R. Susanti, R. Susanti Rahayu, Sinta Rahmani Fitra Rahmawati, Kamalia Nurazizah Rahmawati, Kamalia Nurazizah Ramadhani, Silmi Aulia Retno Sri Iswari Ricky Janu Riyadi Rohmah, Siti Naily Rohmatul Khasanah, Rohmatul Rustono - Ruwiyatun, Ruwiyatun S Sulhadi Saefudin Saefudin Saefudin Saefudin Saiful Ridlo Sakinah, Nur Milatis Samsul Amarila, Raula Sapta Aji, Rianda Herlan saputra, pria adi Saraswati, Ifah Saraswati, Ifah Sarwi Sarwi Savitri Wanabuliandari Sekar Dwi Ardianti Setiawati, Ning Setiawati, Ning Setyaningrum, Devi Shofwan Ridho, Shofwan Sianturi, Amri Siti Alimah Siti Fathonah Slamet Riyadi, Ahmad Sri Haryani Sri Ngabekti Sri Sukaesih Sri Sulistyorini, Sri SRI WARDANI Sriyadi Sriyadi, Sriyadi Styati, Nur Hanifah Suci Lestari Sudarmin Sudarmin Sudarmin Sudarmin Sudarmin Sudarmin Sudarmin Sudarmin Sulhadi Sulhadi - Sumardi . Sunyoto Eko Nugroho, Sunyoto Eko Susilo Susilo Susilo Susilo Totok Sumaryanto Florentinus, Totok Sumaryanto Tri Setyaningsih Tsani, Ghanius Udi Utomo Ulfaa, Irma Ulhaq, Hasnaa’ Dhiya’ Ulya Fawaida Umi Roudlotul Jannah Vony Nurul Fatma Wahyu Sejati, Dwi Jayanti Wahyuni, Desiy Ema Dwi Wardana, Irfan Ihza Widiastutik, Trianti Winarto Winarto Wiwi Isnaeni Wiyanto - Wiyanto Wiyanto Wiyanto Wiyanto Woro Sumarni Wulan Christijanti Wulandari, Betti Cahya Yustinus Ulung Anggraito Yusuf Wisnu Mandaya Zahra, Siti Nur Fathimatuz Zahwa, Iana