JCER (Journal of Chemistry Education Research)
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Volume 10 No. 1 June 2026

CHEMICALAI-INTEGRATED PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING VS GUIDED INQUIRY: ENHANCING STUDENTS’S SCIENTIFIC ARGUMENTATION SKILLS IN REACTION RATES

Putri Riza Abrilia (Universitas Negeri Malang)
Munzil (Universitas Negeri Malang)
Hadi Nur (Universitas Negeri Malang)



Article Info

Publish Date
22 Jun 2026

Abstract

Chemistry education involves complex representations often hindering scientific argumentation. This study compares the effectiveness of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Guided Inquiry (GI) integrated with ChemicalAI in enhancing students scientific argumentation skills on reaction rates. The research employed a quasi-experimental method with a pretest-posttest non-equivalent control group design. Data were analyzed using the Rasch Model for instrument validation and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) for hypothesis testing. Rasch analysis confirmed the high reliability of the instrument while identifying reasoning as the most challenging component for the students. Based on the research findings, it was found that students who participated in the PBL method performend significantly better than students who participated in the GI method. This demonstrates superior performance in formulating claim, evidence and reasoning. Furthermore, the integration of Chemical-AI into PBL effectively facilitates the development of complex scientific arguments based on experimental data.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jcer

Publisher

Subject

Chemical Engineering, Chemistry & Bioengineering Chemistry Education

Description

JCER (Journal of Chemistry Education Research) adalah jurnal peer-reviewed yang secara periodik terbit 2 (dua) kali setahun pada bulan Juni dan Desember dengan jumlah 5–8 artikel setiap kali terbit. JCER berisi tulisan/artikel hasil pemikiran dan hasil penelitian dalam disiplin ilmu kependidikan ...