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Journal of Science Learning
ISSN : 26146568     EISSN : 26146568     DOI : -
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Journal of Science Learning (JSL) (ISSN 2614-6568) is an open access and peer-reviewed journal published by Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia. The work collaborates with Indonesian Society for Science Educators. It serves original articles on the latest issues and trends in high quality research and theoretical position papers concerning preservice and in-service education of science teachers. The article offers ways to improve classroom science teaching and learning, and professional development. JSL is a triangual journal issued on March, July, and November.
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Parent Involvement in Pre-school Science Activities: What Do Parents Think About It? Cigdem Sahin Cakir; Gonca Uludağ
Journal of Science Learning Vol 5, No 1 (2022): Journal of Science Learning
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/jsl.v5i1.33912

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This study aimed to investigate parents' views about science and parent involvement in pre-school science activities. According to Cresswell's designs' sequential explanatory mixed-method design, the study was conducted. The participants were composed of parents of 39 children (60-72 months) who studied in two different classrooms, there were 20 children in one of the classrooms, and there were 19 children in the other classroom at a public pre-school in Ankara/Turkey in 2015-2016 school year. The Parents' Views about Science and Preschool Science Activities Scale and semi-structured interviews were used to collect data. In addition, semi-structured interviews were conducted with three volunteer parents, each from the parents who got high, medium, and low average scores from the scale. Thus, parents' views about science and parent involvement in pre-school science activities were examined in detail. According to the results of this study, it was determined that the parents who participated in this study had positive views on science and science education in pre-school, realized the importance of science activities in pre-school, were eager to participate in pre-school science activities. Therefore, this study suggests that teachers and parents should be informed that parents' involvement is essential for doing science activities in pre-school.
Facilitating 7th Grade Students’ Food Literacy through Science Activities: A Qualitative Study Sevill Kurt; Nagihan Yıldırım; Bahar Aksu Sandıkçı
Journal of Science Learning Vol 5, No 1 (2022): Journal of Science Learning
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/jsl.v5i1.32422

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This study aims to discuss the development of secondary 7th-grade students' opinions on food literacy within the scope of a series of teaching activities. Through a case study, the study sample comprised 14 grade seven students, in a state secondary school in the province of Rize in Türkiye. The data was collected through semi-structured interviews before and after the implementation and the reflective diaries written by the students during the implementation. The collected data were analyzed using content analysis and descriptive analysis techniques. As a result, it was found out that the students’ knowledge structures and understandings of food literacy changed positively in many aspects during the implementation. Besides, it was seen that the implementation helped the students improve their knowledge and behaviors of food literacy. In the study, it was suggested to organize similar intervention studies for different age groups and to conduct studies in which parents are participants
Science Curriculum Objectives’ Intellectual Demands: A Thematic Analysis Yi̇lmaz Soysal
Journal of Science Learning Vol 5, No 1 (2022): Journal of Science Learning
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/jsl.v5i1.35439

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Science curriculums and curricular materials are essential guidelines in materializing effective science teaching. The primary goal of the current study aims to present a thematic analysis of the last three elementary and middle school science curriculums objectives released in 2013, 2017, and 2018 to determine whether they provide a base for science teachers to design intellectually demanding instructional tasks. This study conducted an in-depth document analysis to describe the curricular themes and objectives' intellectual demands beyond a mere description. Moreover, a critical document-based thematic analysis achieved a call for an in-depth interrogation of the intended science curricula. The current study reveals that the explored science curriculums mainly include physics-related and biology-related topics and chemistry-related topics. There is less place for the issues related to astrophysics and earth sciences. Although three curricular changes (2013, 2017, and 2018) were actualized to enrich the science curriculums' scope, intellectual capacity, and thematic variation, the conceptual emphasis seemed to be strictly copied over the years. The curriculums under examination appeared to let the teachers design high intellectually demanding tasks to teach science knowledge and epistemic practices, however, to a certain extent. It is concluded that the sharp decreases in the number of objectives observed in the abstraction zone may hinder teachers from generating teaching environments where students can transfer acquired knowledge and practices to external contexts. Educational recommendations are offered in the sense of curriculum development and teacher education.
Development of Android-based Interactive Multimedia to Enhance Critical Thinking Skills in Learning Matters Salma Almira Hamdani; Eka Cahya Prima; Rika Rafikah Agustin; Selly Feranie; Ahmad Sugiana
Journal of Science Learning Vol 5, No 1 (2022): Journal of Science Learning
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/jsl.v5i1.33998

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The advancement in science and technology in the 21st Century necessitates improving critical thinking skills in students. Implementing digital technology such as interactive multimedia in the learning process can encourage quality learning and teaching. This study aims to create Android-based interactive multimedia that will help students improve their critical thinking skills in learning matters. This research aims to develop android-based interactive multimedia to enhance critical thinking skills in learning matters. This research employed a developmental method that included analysis, design, development, implementation, and one group pretest-posttest to assess students' critical thinking skills. The participants were 30 students from Private Junior High schools in Bandung Barat. The instruments used were the expert's judgment rubric, students' questionnaire, and objective test. With an overall score of 88.25%, the experts' judgment score was classified as very good. Moreover, the average score of students' impressions was 84.56%, classified as very good. Based on the data analysis, the value of g is 0.52, which is classified as a medium enhancement. This finding indicates that students' critical thinking skills improve after applying Android-based interactive multimedia.
Interdisciplinary Science and Social Studies Education in The Context of Five Weeks in a Balloon Müge Aygün; Yasemin Hacıoğlu; Derya Ceylan; Elif Durkan
Journal of Science Learning Vol 5, No 1 (2022): Journal of Science Learning
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/jsl.v5i1.32968

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This study aims to determine the usability of the book ‘Five Weeks in a Balloon’ authored by Jules Verne, as a context for interdisciplinary teaching of fourth-grade science and social studies courses. As a document review, the book was analyzed based on the Science and Social Studies Curricula/Turkey-2018. The book was associated with all learning areas of the Science Curriculum and five of the seven learning areas of the Social Studies Curriculum. It was determined first the association between the two curricula and the book, then starting points for planning appropriate activities for multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary teaching. As a result, the book can use as a context for fourth-grade science and social studies courses. Also be used in multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary teaching to integrate science and social studies courses. Teachers and researchers can carry out various studies by designing interdisciplinary environments by benefiting from the study results.
The Effect of Using Web-Based Interactive Learning Media for Vocational High School Students to Understanding of Looping: Qualitative Approach Dwi Fitria Al Husaeni; Enrico Nabil Qois Budisantoso; Mushfani Ainul Urwah; Nissa Nur Azizah; Putri Zukhruf Dinata; Shandini Apriliany; Herbert Siregar
Journal of Science Learning Vol 5, No 1 (2022): Journal of Science Learning
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/jsl.v5i1.35534

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This study aims to evaluate the effect of the use and development of interactive and visual learning media in learning looping by utilizing a web-based digital platform called Loopers. The research design used a qualitative descriptive with case study approach in-depth interview technique. The subjects of this research are five students of the State Vocational School Pekerjaan Umum, Bandung, Indonesia. We use three phases in conducting research through 1) problem and needs analysis, 2) web design, and 3) implementation and testing. Loopers was developed using the waterfall method. Loopers can demonstrate the implementation of a productive learning process and measure the effectiveness of interactive and visualized learning media. The findings show that Loopers can effectively facilitate experimental demonstrations and written modules. Respondents think this learning media is effective and can increase their interest, motivation, and interest in learning looping material. The next research is to enrich the Loopers feature and conduct trials with larger respondents.
The Effects of The Problem-Based Learnıng Supported by Experiments in Science Course: Students' Inquiry Learning and Reflective Thinking Skills Huriye Deniş-Çeliker; Seda Dere
Journal of Science Learning Vol 5, No 1 (2022): Journal of Science Learning
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/jsl.v5i1.32076

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This study aims to investigate the effect of the problem-based learning method supported by experiments on the inquiry learning skills of secondary school students and their reflective thinking skills for problem-solving. This research uses a quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest control group. This study consists of 21 students in the experimental group and 22 students in the control group from the sixth grade of a public secondary school in Turkey. The inquiry learning skills and reflective thinking skills scale for problem-solving were used as data collection tools in the research. The Electricity Transmission unit was carried out in the experimental group with problem-based learning scenarios supported by the experiment. Activities based on the science course curriculum were carried out in the control group. SPSS-21 was used to analyze the data. As a result of the study, it was concluded that the post-test scores of the inquiry learning skills scale of the students in the experimental group differed statistically significantly from those of the control group students, and this difference was in favor of the experimental group. No significant difference was found between the experimental and control groups in post-test scores regarding reflective thinking skills for problem-solving.
A Content Analysis Study towards Researches Regarding Context-Based Learning Approach in Science Education by Between Years 2010 and 2020 in Turkey Büşra Arik Güngör; Mustafa Metin; Sibel Saraçoğlu
Journal of Science Learning Vol 5, No 1 (2022): Journal of Science Learning
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/jsl.v5i1.33074

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The purpose of this study is to study research regarding the context-based learning approach in science education between 2010 and 2020 in Turkey. In this study, a descriptive content analysis method was used to analyzed 86 articles on context-based learning in science education published in 67 different journals. According to some variables such as the year of publication, purpose, area, method, sample, number of samples, data collection tool and data analysis techniques. The Research Classification Form developed by the researchers was used in the analysis of the data. The data were analyzed using descriptive content analysis. Most studies in the field of context-based learning approaches in science education were published in 2019. Most of the studies aimed to determine the effects of the method on achievement and attitude and were carried out within science. The experimental method was preferred among the quantitative methods in the studies. Most of the studies were conducted with secondary school students, and the number of participants was in the range of 0-100. Achievement tests and attitude scales were used extensively as data collection tools, and content analysis and t-test were used extensively in data analysis techniques. According to the results obtained in the research, it is suggested that the researches on the context-based learning approach should be conducted in areas other than science education.
Scientific Story Writing Technique in the Alternative Assessment of the Subject of Liquids: The Sample of Science and Biology Teaching Students Gamze Dolu; Handan Ürek; Ayberk Bostan Sarıoğlan
Journal of Science Learning Vol 5, No 1 (2022): Journal of Science Learning
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/jsl.v5i1.33039

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The present study aims to investigate university students’ conceptions of liquids with the help of the scientific story writing technique, which is one of the alternative assessment techniques. The study group comprised students studying science (n=50) and biology teaching departments (n=20) in Turkey. Thus, the study carries within two groups. In both groups, computer-supported teaching was carried out by the same researcher for two weeks regarding the subject of liquids. After this process, a scientific story writing technique applies to collect study data. In data analysis, utilized content analysis and descriptive statistics. Firstly, determined the statements involved in students’ stories. Afterward, ordered the statements under the categories ‘scientifically acceptable’, ‘partially acceptable,’ ‘scientifically unacceptable,’ and ‘not coded.’  The findings showed that the category with the highest percentage in the stories of both groups was the scientifically acceptable category. This result indicated that most of the students figured out the subject. However, I encountered several misconceptions also in students’ statements. Therefore, enrichment of learning methods is needed to eliminate student misunderstandings detected in learning.
Development of the STEM-Pedagogical Content Knowledge Scale for Pre-service Teachers: Validity and Reliability Study Behiye Akçay; Filiz Avcı
Journal of Science Learning Vol 5, No 1 (2022): Journal of Science Learning
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/jsl.v5i1.36293

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This study aims to develop a valid and reliable scale to determine the STEM-Pedagogical Content Knowledge (STEM-PCK) levels of pre-service teachers. This study was conducted in the  2018-2019 academic year with 322 pre-service teachers in Turkey. In the study, one of the mixed method typologies, Exploratory Sequential Design was applied. The scale was submitted for evaluation by four experts to determine the content and face validity. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) was performed to determine the construct validity of the scale. As a result of EFA, the scale had five factors including STEM Pedagogical Knowledge, Pedagogical Knowledge, Engineering Pedagogical Knowledge, Mathematics Pedagogical Knowledge and Science Pedagogical Knowledge.As a result of CFAχ ² / df = 2.7085, RMSEA = .073, RMR = 0.0420, SRMR = .0667, NFI = .940, NNFI = .960, CFI = .961, IFI = .962, RFI = .938 values were reached and the factor structure determined to be suitable.To determine the reliability of the scale, internal consistency and test-retest reliability analyzes were made. Internal consistency reliability value of the scale was found as .977. The final form of the STEM-PCK scale is a 5-point Likert type that includes 57 items and 5 factors.

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