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Synthesized Research on Computer Modeling in Science Education: Addressing Pedagogical Challenges and Implementation Barriers Supriyadi, Supriyadi; Suhandi*, Andi; Samsudin, Achmad; Setiawan, Agus; Ridwan, Irwan Muhammad; Andriyanto, Andriyanto
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia Vol 13, No 1 (2025): JANUARY 2025
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jpsi.v13i1.42608

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This systematic literature review investigates the role of computer modeling in science education with the objective of synthesizing its effectiveness in enhancing students' understanding of complex scientific concepts and providing actionable recommendations for pedagogical and policy improvements. The study employs a systematic approach to analyze 27 peer-reviewed articles published between 2019 and 2023, sourced from the Scopus database. Through this review, it is evident that computer modeling facilitates the visualization of abstract phenomena, such as molecular changes and planetary movements, which are otherwise challenging to observe in traditional classroom settings. Furthermore, the findings demonstrate that computer simulations positively impact student engagement and motivation, leading to increased interest, participation, and critical thinking skills in science subjects. However, several challenges persist, including teacher skill gaps, insufficient technological infrastructure, and an over-reliance on virtual experiences, which limit the broader implementation of this innovative tool. This review concludes that addressing these barriers is crucial to maximizing the potential of computer modeling in science education. The insights derived from this study serve as valuable guidelines for educators and policymakers to effectively integrate computer modeling into science curricula, thereby advancing both teaching practices and student learning outcomes. This study concludes with actionable policy recommendations, including teacher training, infrastructure development, and curriculum integration, to address pedagogical challenges and technological barriers
Is Matter Still A Matter for Undergraduate Students? An Exploratory Study in Indonesia Putri*, Ananda Hafizhah; Suhandi, Andi; Samsudin, Achmad; Supriyadi, Supriyadi; Cotu, Bayram
Jurnal IPA & Pembelajaran IPA Vol 9, No 2 (2025): JUNE 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jipi.v9i2.45861

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Many studies have focused on students conceptions about the concepts of matter found that students from various levels of education have difficulty in comprehending the states and/or changes of matter. The present study aims to explore undergraduate students conception regarding the states and changes of matter. A total of 16 first to third year university students from physics education and science education department voluntarily participated in the study. We employed semi-structured interviews with each participant in order to elicit students conceptions and alternative conceptions regarding the states and changes of matter. Students were also prompted to make their own molecular illustration during the interview. The present study found that undergraduate students had difficulty in connecting between macroscopic and microscopic concept levels of the states and changes of matter. Furthermore, students developed several alternative conceptions in terms of temperature, volume, mass, and density of an object during phase changes. Undergraduate students also tended to give fewer explanation about transformation on liquid and gas phases due to poor understanding of particulate nature of liquid and gas, molecular bonds in particular. The study suggests the necessity of developing instruction with more contextual learning and the use of dynamic visual media to enhance undergraduate students' comprehensive understanding of the states and changes of matter.