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Psychometric analysis of the critical thinking skills instrument in physics learning using the Rasch model Noperi, Hendri; Diani, Rahma; Irwandani, Irwandani; Suryani, Yani; Sodikin, Sodikin; Saputro, Trimo
Indonesian Journal of Science and Mathematics Education Vol. 8 No. 3 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Science and Mathematics Education
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Intan Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24042/ijsme.v8i3.28770

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Critical thinking is a core competency in physics learning, yet measuring it is constrained by a lack of psychometrically validated instruments. This study aims to develop and analyze a critical thinking assessment instrument on "Work and Simple Machines" for junior high school students. Using a Research and Development (R and D) approach, a 10-item essay instrument was trialed with 175 eighth-grade students and analyzed using the Rasch Model via WINSTEPS. Results indicate construct validity through unidimensionality (variance explained = 39.3%), item fit, and effective rating scale functioning. Reliability was good (student = 0.79; item = 0.84), with adequate separation values. The instrument is considered feasible, valid, and reliable as a diagnostic tool. This research provides educators with an objective tool to map students' weaknesses, enabling targeted pedagogical interventions and effective physics learning strategies.
Waste into Rupiah: Empowering Pre-prosperous Households ThroughWaste Management Program in Bandar Lampung City Irwandani, Irwandani; Handoko, Akbar; Barata, Muhammad Farhan; Putri, Bella Satiyo
Smart Society Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): Smart Society
Publisher : FOUNDAE (Foundation of Advanced Education)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58524/1qm37p31

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Waste management in Bandar Lampung has reached a critical point, with significant environmental and public health implications. This community engagement initiative, titled "Turning Waste into Rupiah," focuses on empowering underprivileged households through waste management programs. Drawing on the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) framework, the program integrates local resources and emphasizes community participation to address waste-related challenges. The theoretical underpinning aligns with community empowerment and sustainable development principles, aiming to enhance environmental awareness and economic opportunities. The project employed a participatory approach involving 55 pre-identified low-income households in Way Dadi, Sukarame. Activities included training sessions on waste segregation, recycling, and value-adding practices like making plastic-stuffed cushions and compost production. Surveys and workshops were conducted to assess participants' knowledge, behavior, and potential in waste management. Key outcomes showed that while 58.2% of participants recognized the economic potential of waste, only 14.5% consistently practiced segregation. Post-training, participants demonstrated improved skills and produced marketable products, including compost and cushions. Collaborations with local stakeholders, including recycling industries and municipal authorities, ensured sustainable program implementation. The initiative effectively bridged environmental conservation with economic empowerment, showcasing the dual benefits of waste management.This program highlights the transformative power of community engagement in addressing environmental issues while fostering economic resilience. Future efforts should focus on scaling up such initiatives to broader populations and enhancing long-term impact through policy support and continued community involvement.
Measuring students’ creative thinking skills with SCI-Fi (Science Creative Instrument in Fluids): How Suitable Is It? Susilowati, Nur Endah; Al-Akbari, Sabah; Irwandani, Irwandani; Arifiyanti, Fitria; Saputra, M. Reza Dwi; Fratiwi, Nuzulira Janeusse
Tarbiyah : Jurnal Ilmiah Kependidikan Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Antasari Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18592/tarbiyah.v14i2.16085

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This study aims to develop SCI-Fi (Science Creative Instrument in Fluids), an essay-based tool designed to accurately assess students’ creative thinking skills in physics by encouraging imagination and originality in problem-solving. The research adopts a Research and Development (R&D) approach based on the ADDIE model. To evaluate its quality, item validation was conducted using the Rasch model with 95 student respondents.  The results show that SCI-Fi is valid and reliable, making it suitable for measuring creative thinking in physics. Additionally, it serves as a valuable tool for educators to identify students’ creative thinking profiles and plan targeted interventions, as well as for curriculum developers and researchers to promote creativity in physics education.
Co-Authors A. Suhandi Abda Abda ABDUL HAMID Achmad Samsudin Ade Ogi Prayoga Agitha Pricilia Agung Purwanto Agung Purwanto Agus Jatmiko Agus Pahrudin Agus Suyatna Ahmad Ali Ahmad Ali Akbar Handoko Al-Akbari, Sabah Al-Hijrah, Al-Hijrah Aminudin, Adam Hadiana Andi Thahir Anisa Oktina Sari Pratama Antomi Saregar Anwar, C. Ardian Asyhari Arifiyanti, Fitria Asyhari, A. Aulia Novitasari Barata, Muhammad Farhan Berti Yolida Chairul Anwar Chairul Anwar Costu, Bayram Diana Vivanti Sigit Diani, Henda Dina Maulina Dwi Fujiani dwi Gustia, Ratu Edi Kurniawan Een Yayah Haenilah Eis Rahmawati Eka Puspita Sari Eka Puspita Sari Elfrida Ratnawati Erlina Erlina Erlina Erlina Fadilah Akbar, Muhammad Farralia Ramadhani Fratiwi, Nuzulira Janeusse Fujiani, Dwi Fujiani, Dwi Hartati, Niken Sri Henda Diani Hendri Noperi Henita Rahmayanti Herli Candra Saputra Herli Candra Saputra, Herli Candra Hesti Herliantari Ida Fiteriani Idham Kholid Ilmi Zajuli Ichsan Iqbal, Muhammad Irma Irma Irma Irma Jamal Fakhri Janeusse Fratiwi, Nuzulira Jatmiko, A. Kartina, Yesilia Kartina, Yesilia Koderi Kurnia Santi Mahayani, Septi MARIA BINTANG Marlena Marlena Marlina Kamelia Masrifah, Masrifah Md. Mehadi Rahman Meita Dwi Solviana Meriyati Meriyati Muhamad Yusup Muhammad Aridan Muhammad Nurtanto Muhammad Ridho Syarlisjiswan Mukarramah Mustari, Mukarramah Muzannur Muzannur Muzannur, Muzannur Muzannur, Muzannur Nadia Kurnia Ningsih Nadia Rizky Amalia Nur Endah Susilowati NURUL AZIZAH Oktarisa, Y. Pricilia, Agitha Pricilia, Agitha Pricillia, Agitha Putri Mardiana Sari Putri, Bella Satiyo Rahma Diani Rahma Diani, Rahma Rahman, Md. Mehadi Ramadhani, Farralia Risma M. Sinaga, Risma M. Rofiqul Umam Romlah Ruhban Masykur Saputra, M. Reza Dwi Sari, Fiska Puspita Sari, Putri Mardiana Selviana Khodizah Siti Juariyah Sodikin Sodikin Soeharto Soeharto Soeharto, S. Sri Latifah Sulistia Ningsih Supriyadi Supriyadi Supriyatman, Supriyatman Suratun Suratun Suratun Suratun Susilo Susilo Susilo Susilo Susiwiasih, Susiwiasih Tara Ulfia Titik Rahayu Titik Rahayu Trimo Saputro Triyana, E. Tuala, Riyuzen Praja Ulfia, Tara Umaroh, Yeni Umi Hijriyah Villarama, Joseph Agbuya Widayanti Widayanti Widayanti Widayanti Widayanti Widayanti Widiarni, Anggi Widya Wati Yani Suryani Yesilia Kartina Yetri Hasan YETRI YETRI Yuberti