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E-comic geneius: Contextual genetics learning media to enhance cognitive learning outcomes Firdaus, Zahra; Zubaidah, Siti; Fahmi, M Iqbal Najib; Setiawan, Deny; Chang, Chun-Yen
Edubiotik : Jurnal Pendidikan, Biologi dan Terapan Vol. 10 No. 01 (2025): Edubiotik : Jurnal Pendidikan, Biologi dan Terapan
Publisher : Biology Education Department, Universitas Insan Budi Utomo, Malang, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33503/ebio.v10i01.1251

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Understanding genetics remains a challenge for high school students due to the abstract nature of the content and its limited connection to everyday experiences. Traditional teaching methods often rely on memorization without promoting meaningful conceptual understanding. This study aims to develop contextual genetics learning media in the form of an electronic comic (e-comic) titled “Geneius”, and to test its validity, practicality, and effectiveness in improving students’ cognitive learning outcomes. The e-comic integrates fictional storylines with genetics concepts based on everyday situations to enhance conceptual understanding. This research employed the Lee and Owens multimedia-based instructional design model, consisting of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation stages. The quasi-experimental design used was a pretest-posttest control group design involving 60 high school students. The effectiveness of the media was tested using 10 cognitive questions (6 HOTS and 4 LOTS), and data were analyzed with a One-way ANCOVA. The results showed that the material and media validation scores were 100% and 95% (very valid), respectively, and the practicality of the media was 92.5% (very practical). Although the ANCOVA significance value was 0.018, an increase was observed in students’ HOTS performance. These findings indicate that the “Geneius” e-comic is a feasible and engaging alternative to support genetics learning and improve cognitive outcomes. The study recommends the implementation of interactive, contextual digital media in genetics education.
How genetic determinism and essentialism relate to health care Choirunisa', Nindiana; Zubaidah, Siti; Susanto, Hendra; Chang, Chun-Yen
International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS) Vol 14, No 3: September 2025
Publisher : Intelektual Pustaka Media Utama

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/ijphs.v14i3.25276

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Genetics has become important in various areas of life, especially in healthcare. People can undergo a range of genetic testing to assess their susceptibility to acquiring diseases. Nevertheless, data derived from genetic testing might indicate bias due to genetic determinism and essentialism. This study aimed to provide a comprehensive analysis of the impact of genetic determinism and essentialism on several aspects of healthcare. This study conducted a systematic review approach using the Scopus database and followed the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta analysis (PRISMA) search framework. We initially received 802 publications, then reduced to 49 articles based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, and then content analysis was conducted. Our research showed that determinist bias and genetic essentialism may reduce patient diagnosis, treatment accuracy, and effectiveness. Moreover, biases related to genetic determinism and essentialism may go against healthcare regulations and cause discrimination and other negative clinical outcomes from ethical, social, and legal aspects. To improve this problem, it is essential for laypeople, particularly medical experts, to understand genetic principles related to the development of variances in traits among individuals in a precise and relatable approach.