Jurnal Pembelajaran Sains
Vol 7, No 1 (2023)

THE PROFILE OF JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS’ CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING OF MOTION AND FORCE

Enik Nirina (Trunojoyo University)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2023

Abstract

This research analyzed the percentage of junior high school students' conceptual understanding of the topics of motion and force. The study employed a quantitative method with a sequential explanatory design and was conducted at SMP Negeri 1 Kamal. The population consisted of all grade VII students during the 2023/2024 academic year. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling, resulting in a sample of 28 students. Data collection methods included tests, non-test instruments, observations, and documentation. The indicators of conceptual understanding in this study included interpreting, exemplifying, classifying, inferring, and explaining. Based on the results, it was concluded that: (1) The percentage of students' conceptual understanding is generally low, averaging only 25%; (2) The highest percentage was observed in the interpreting indicator at 52%, while the lowest was in the exemplifying indicator at 4%.

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Journal Info

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jpsi

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Subject

Chemistry Education Mathematics Physics Other

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Jurnal Pembelajaran Sains (Print ISSN: 2355-7044; Online ISSN: 2527-9157) provides a place for teachers, academics, lecturers, and students to share and discuss the results of their research in the field of science education. JPS publishes academic articles that focus on teaching and learning ...