Pillar of Physics Education : Jurnal Berkala Ilmiah Pendidikan Fisika
Vol 18, No 3 (2025)

The Effect of the GISTEM Learning Model (Guided Inquiry, Science, Technology, Engineering, And Mathematics) on Students’ Problem Solving Ability on Sound Wave Material

Maryani, Elsa (Unknown)
Ridwan, Irwan Muhammad (Unknown)
Nana, Nana (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
24 Sep 2025

Abstract

This research was motivated by the low problem-solving abilities of students on sound wave material and the need for more innovative approaches in physics learning. To address this issue, the GISTEM learning model (Guided Inquiry, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) was implemented. The research used a quasi-experimental method with a Pretest-Posttest Control Group Design. The population consisted of 216 students from six class XI Phase F physics specialization classes at SMAN 13 Garut. The sample was selected using a Cluster Random Sampling technique, with class XI-12 as the experimental group and class XI-11 as the control group, each consisting of 36 students. Problem-solving skills were measured using 10 descriptive test items administered as pretest and posttest. Data analysis involved prerequisite tests (normality and homogeneity), t-test hypothesis testing, and calculation of learning gains. The hypothesis test using the t-test at a significance level of α = 0.05 showed that  (15.56 > 1.67). Therefore, Hₐ was accepted, and H₀ was rejected. These results indicate that the GISTEM learning model significantly affects students’ problem-solving skills on sound wave material. The effectiveness of this model is attributed to its ability to promote independent learning, support conceptual understanding, and encourage the application of knowledge in new contexts.

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Journal Info

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pfis

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Subject

Education Physics Other

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Pillar of Physics Education: International Journal on Physics Education is an open-access and peer-reviewed journal, published by Universitas Negeri Padang, which is dedicated to intercharge for the results of high-quality in all aspect of physics education. The editors welcome submissions of papers ...