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Unnes Science Education Journal
ISSN : 22526617     EISSN : 25026232     DOI : https://doi.org/10.15294/usej
Core Subject : Education,
This journal publishes original articles on the latest issues and trends occurring internationally in science curriculum, instruction, learning, policy, and preparation of science teachers with the aim to advance our knowledge of science education theory and practice
Articles 609 Documents
Analysis of Students' Self Efficacy in Science Learning
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol 11 No 2 (2022): August 2022
Publisher : Department of Integrated Science, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang in Collaboration with Perkumpulan Pendidikan IPA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v11i2.58458

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Distrust of students’ abilities will have an impact on the process and expected results in learning. With self-efficacy in students, it will require students to behave steadily and effectively in learning. This study aims to identify students’ self-efficacy in learning science. Students are expected to have self-potential and develop a level of confidence in their ability to do or achieve learning goals. The survey research was conducted on 30 students of class IX SMPN in Padang City. Data was collected using a questionnaire based on self efficacy indicators with 15 questions. The results of the analysis of the data obtained that the self-efficacy level of class IX students of SMPN in Padang City is 70.94 with a high category. This means that both teachers and students have actively worked together in the success of the science learning process in the classroom.
The Effectiveness of Interactive Powerpoint in Improving Students’ Conceptual Understanding of Optics
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol 11 No 3 (2022): December 2022
Publisher : Department of Integrated Science, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang in Collaboration with Perkumpulan Pendidikan IPA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v11i2.59495

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The purpose of using interactive powerpoint media is improving students' understanding of concepts. In the research that has been conducted involving 62 students of 11th natural science grade even semester of the academic year 2021/2022 at MAS PP Daarun Nahdhah Tawalib Bangkinang, Kab. Kampar, Prov. Riau. The first purpose of research is to describe students' conceptual understanding through the use of interactive powerpoint media. Second, to determine the effectiveness of using interactive powerpoint learning media in improving students' conceptual understanding. The type of research used is a quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent posttest only control group design with 2 groups of participants, namely the experimental group and the control group. Based on the results of the descriptive analysis, it was found that the understanding of the concept of the experimental group was in the good category with an average achievement capacity of 73.2%. while the result of inferential analysis is that there is a difference in understanding of the concept of the experimental group and the control group with (sig) 0.000 <0.05. it can be concluded that the use of interactive powerpoint media can improve students' conceptual understanding of optical instrument material 11th grade MAS PP Daarun Nahdhah Tawalib Bangkinang.
Prospective Science Teachers’ Problem-solving Skills through Science-integrated Learning
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol 11 No 2 (2022): August 2022
Publisher : Department of Integrated Science, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang in Collaboration with Perkumpulan Pendidikan IPA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v11i2.59602

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Problem-solving skills require an integrated understanding of the data, facts, and scientific theories being studied. Prospective teachers need problem-solving skills so that their way of thinking becomes more critical and analytical. This study aims to measure prospective science teachers’ problem-solving skills after applying the science-integrated learning model. This study uses a mixed method. Quantitative data in this study were obtained from the test results measuring problem-solving skills. Qualitative data were obtained from exploring the test results through in-depth interviews with respondents. Prospective science teachers have excellent problem-solving skills. The average score is 86, the highest score is 92, and the lowest score is 80. Most students get a score >85, and there are no students who score below 80. This study concludes that problem-solving skills are measured from various prospective science teachers’ learning outcomes through practicum, discussion, and assignments.
Content Analysis of Inquiry and Authentic Assessment in 8th Grade Science Subject Textbook
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol 11 No 3 (2022): December 2022
Publisher : Department of Integrated Science, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang in Collaboration with Perkumpulan Pendidikan IPA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v11i2.60688

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This study aims to determine the content of inquiry and authentic assessment components in the analyzed science textbooks. The type of research approach used in this research was qualitative research with descriptive methods in the form of document analysis of Natural Science textbooks for 8th grade Junior High School published by the Ministry of Education and Culture and another book from non-ministerial publisher. The result showed that in the aspect of inquiry, the component with the highest number of findings was in the data collecting component, namely 61 findings in book I and 59 findings in book II. Meanwhile, the the lowest number of findings was the proposing hypothesis with 0 finding in the both books. In the authentic assessment aspect, the component with the highest number of findings lies in the physical context component, namely 33 findings in book I and the assessment task component with a total of 32 findings in book II. Meanwhile, the lowest number of findings in the two books was found in the assessment criteria component with 11 findings in book I and 5 findings in book II.
Analysis of the Use of Learning Media Based on Blogs, Videos and Video Blogs (Vlogs) in Giving a Positive Effect on Learning
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol 11 No 3 (2022): December 2022
Publisher : Department of Integrated Science, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang in Collaboration with Perkumpulan Pendidikan IPA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v11i2.53034

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The use of appropriate learning media will positively influence learning so that learning objectives can be achieved. The purpose of this study was to conduct a literature review on the use of blogs, videos, and video blogs (vlogs) in learning. This research was conducted using a meta-research or meta-analysis approach, namely a search to collect various information by reviewing several research articles in international and national journals relevant to learning media blogs, videos, and vlogs (video blogs). The articles used were published from 2014 to 2021. Based on the sampling criteria, 47 research articles were obtained, including 20 for blog media, 17 for vlog media, and 10 for vlog media. Results show that vlog media has several advantages; besides positively increasing learning motivation, it can also improve learning outcomes, speaking skills, creativity, effectiveness, and efficiency in producing a product, understanding concepts, and learning characters new experiences. The use of vlog media, which has not been widely used for science learning, in this case, chemistry, because it involves several calculation questions, can be used as an introduction or apperception and motivation so that it does not reduce the content and context of the topic and learning objectives.
Validation Miniature Hemodialysis Tools: STEM Project of Human Excretion Systems
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol 11 No 3 (2022): December 2022
Publisher : Department of Integrated Science, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang in Collaboration with Perkumpulan Pendidikan IPA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v11i3.57964

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The aim of this study was to validate the development of miniature hemodialysis tools for STEM projects in the learning of human excretion systems. The development of these miniature hemodialysis tools can help learners more easily understand the mechanism of dialysis in the study of human excretion systems. There are four aspects of assessing the validity of experimental tools; these aspects are relevance to the topic taught, ease, clarity and neatness, and size according to the learning environment. This assessment consists of four validation items that have 11 assessment indicators. Each assessment indicator has been scored as ≥ 3.00 by expert lecturers. This tool has been validated with an average assessment given by expert lecturer validators I, II and professional teachers, respectively, 3.46, 3.67, and 3.40. By averaging the ratings of the three validators, the validation score of this tool is 3.51. This means that all assessment criteria contained on the validation sheet have been met by the miniature hemodialysis tools.
Ethno-STEM Research Trends Through Bibliometric Analysis on Science Learning in Elementary School
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol 11 No 3 (2022): December 2022
Publisher : Department of Integrated Science, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang in Collaboration with Perkumpulan Pendidikan IPA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v11i2.58186

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The Ethno-STEM approach has not been widely developed, while the STEM approach has developed in many countries, including Indonesia. This study aims to 1) What are the results of visualization of bibliometric mapping on Ethno-STEM learning research trends, 2) Who are the authors who play a role in Ethno-STEM research, and 3) What are the implications of Ethno-STEM in science learning in elementary school. This study uses a descriptive method with a bibliometric analysis approach based on the Google Scholar database published in 2018-2022. The results of this study indicate that the implications of Ethno-STEM learning in science learning in elementary school can improve students’ creative thinking skills by integrating HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skill) learning models such as inquiry learning models, project based learning, and problem based learning that can support the skills of students in the 21st century.
Which Value Supports Pro-environmental Behavior? Future Direction for Pre-service Physics Teacher
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol 11 No 3 (2022): December 2022
Publisher : Department of Integrated Science, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang in Collaboration with Perkumpulan Pendidikan IPA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v11i3.61798

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Although a huge number of studies enhancing pro-environmental behavior (PEB), the environmental quality is still in poor condition. Enhancing PEB needs to consider some aspects, such as the value and location. Pre-service physics teachers have a role in shaping students’ PEB because environmental issues are part of the high school physics curriculum. This study aimed to investigate the link between the location, and values (biospheric, altruistic, egoistic, and hedonic), from two different locations in Indonesia. The modified and translated 2-MEV, and E-PVQ scales were used. This study concluded that the values in both locations are in the very high category, in which the values are correlated to PEB. The strongest correlated value is an egoistic value that is related to the self-enhancement indicating the need for self-enhance approaches in the class to promote PEB. The different locations which are in the same country didn’t show a significant difference in both values and PEB. Thus, future study could conduct their research in a larger area with a different culture to explore the relationship between PEB with location or other demographic aspects, and the development of activities to enhance PEB need to consider the strong relationship between PEB with egoistic value.
LKPD Development on Circulation System Material of High School Students Based on Implementation of Research Results
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol 11 No 3 (2022): December 2022
Publisher : Department of Integrated Science, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang in Collaboration with Perkumpulan Pendidikan IPA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v11i3.61977

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The development of this LKPD is not based on a survey or applied directly in schools, but is based on pure research results that are implemented in the field of education as one of the requirements in the preparation of the thesis. The LKPD development process in this implementation uses the ADD (analysis, design, development) stages. This LKPD uses the 2013 curriculum with KD 3.6 and 4.6. to find out the eligibility criteria for LKPD and can be accepted as valid if used in direct learning at school, it must be validated by a validator (Material and Media Expert). The final result of validation by material and media experts with a value of 72 and after being accumulated using the formula determined by the eligibility criteria, it is obtained "sufficient" on condition that the aspects that are still less than perfect are perfected.
Comparative Effect of use of Graphic Organizers on Students’ Learning Outcomes in Organic Chemistry Bashirat Titilope Imam; Adekunle Solomon Olorundare
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol 12 No 1 (2023): April 2023
Publisher : Department of Integrated Science, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang in Collaboration with Perkumpulan Pendidikan IPA Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v12i1.55511

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The purpose of this study is to determine the comparative effectiveness of the use of concept map and mind map graphic organizers on students’ learning outcomes in organic chemistry. This research adopted a quasi-experimental design involving a 3X2 pre-test post-test non-randomized and non-equivalent control group design. The study is premised on the dual coding theory of cognition, and involved 183 respondents whom were purposively selected from three intact classes. Data for the study was gathered through an organic chemistry achievement test whose reliability was determined through a test retest method and a reliability index of 0.74 was obtained. Data was analyzed using t-test and Analysis of Covariance. Findings show that there was a significant difference between the achievement of students taught organic chemistry using concept map graphic organizers and those taught with the mind map graphic organizer (F(1,118)= 7.04, p<.05). Using t-test statistics, findings also indicated that there was no significant difference in the achievement of male and female students when exposed to either concept map (t(75)= .47, p = .63) or mind map graphic organizer (t(42)= .64, p = .52). Hence, it was concluded that mind map is a more effective tool for learning organic chemistry when compared to the concept map. Irrespective of students’ gender, either of concept map or a mind map can help improve students’ achievement in organic chemistry.