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Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi
ISSN : 23385006     EISSN : 26544571     DOI : https://doi.org/10.33394
Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi (BJIB), receiving and publishing article in the form of research (scientific article) in the field of biology education and utilization of biological research in learning. Moreover, this journal bridges the gap between research and practice, providing information, ideas and opinion, in addition to critical examinations of biology research and teaching. Through the coverage of policy and curriculum developments, the latest results of research into the teaching, learning and assessment of biology are brought to the fore. Special emphasize are as follow: 1. Research on Learning Biology (Biology Learning Materials at All Education Levels). 2. Pure Research of Biology Developed or Studied to the Sources, Materials, or Instructional Media Biology (Biology Learning Materials at All Education Levels and Application in Society). 3. Curriculum of Biology Education at all Education Levels. 4. Class Action Research (CAR) and Lesson Study in Biology. 5. Other Qualitative Research of Biology Education. 6. The School Management and Biology/Science Laboratory Management. 7. Biology Learning Evaluation. 8. Teacher Professional Issues/Trends in Biology Education. 9. Another Study for the Scope of Biology Education. 10. Research on Environmental Education.
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Meningkatkan Literasi Siswa Tentang Mitigasi Gas Rumah Kaca Melalui Proyek Pembuatan Biochar Dari Limbah Organik Sekolah di SMP Negeri 7 Muaro Jambi Istiqomah, Istiqomah; Damris, Muhammad; Hasibuan, Muhammad Haris Effendi
Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): June
Publisher : Department of Biology Education, FSTT, Mandalika University of Education, Indonesia.

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/bioscientist.v13i2.16109

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This study aims to improve students' literacy on greenhouse gas mitigation through a biochar-making project from school organic waste. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with a project-based learning model. The study was conducted at SMP Negeri 7 Muaro Jambi with 30 class VII G students as subjects. Data were obtained through observation, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation. The project was carried out by actively involving students in the biochar-making process, starting from waste collection, the pyrolysis process, to analyzing the benefits of biochar. The results showed that student involvement in the project significantly increased their understanding of greenhouse gases, their impacts, and mitigation solutions through biochar. Students were able to explain the concept of GHG, mention its negative impacts, understand the biochar-making process, and demonstrate an attitude of caring for the environment. In addition, teachers responded positively to the project and planned to integrate it into P5RA activities. Thus, the biochar production project has proven to be an effective method in improving students' literacy on GHG mitigation and can be used as an alternative for contextual learning based on the environment in schools.
Penyusunan dan Validasi Lembar Kerja Peserta Didik Berbasis Literasi Sains Pada Materi Pencemaran Lingkungan Aulia, Salma Fitri; Solikha, Maratus; Paujiah, Epa; Hadiansah, Hadiansah; Cahyono, Tri
Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): June
Publisher : Department of Biology Education, FSTT, Mandalika University of Education, Indonesia.

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/bioscientist.v13i2.16133

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The research conducted aims to formulate and assess the feasibility of the Student Worksheet (LKPD) based on science literacy on the topic of environmental pollution, specifically water pollution, which can be used to develop students' knowledge about environmental pollution. The quality of the Student Worksheet refers to the criteria of validity, readability, and student responses to the Student Worksheet. This study uses a research and development (R&D) method with a 4D model consisting of stages: Define, Design, Development, without involving the Disseminate stage. Data collection was carried out through preliminary studies in the form of interviews, material and media validation questionnaires, as well as readability and student response questionnaires. The sequence of data analysis stages includes expert validation, readability testing by subject teachers and students, and student response questionnaires. This research was conducted at MA Negeri 1 Kota Bandung involving 16 students and 1 Biology teacher. The research results show that the developed LKPD is worthy, with a score of 72.66% from the material expert and 85.75% from the media expert, both of which fall into the eligible and very eligible categories. The overall average readability scores from the subject teacher and students were 80% and 91%, respectively. The response results from the students obtained a score of 89.16% with a very good interpretation. Thus, the developed LKPD can be used and supports the learning process in the classroom.
Analisis Kesulitan Belajar Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran Biologi Kelas X MAS Al-Ikhlas Karya Mukti Asrina, Nur; Bialangi, Mursito S.; Mawaddah, Hayyatun; Buntu, Amalia; Rafiqah, Rafiqah; Agni, Raya
Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): June
Publisher : Department of Biology Education, FSTT, Mandalika University of Education, Indonesia.

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/bioscientist.v13i2.16138

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This study aims to determine the level of difficulty of students in the subject of biological diversity biology in class X of MAS Al-Ikhlas Karya Mukti and describe the factors that cause students' learning difficulties in the subject of biological diversity biology. This study uses a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. The subjects of this study consisted of 40 students in class X. The types and sources of data used are primary, namely the results of interviews and questionnaires, and secondary data in the form of curriculum documents such as Learning Implementation Plans (RPP). Data analysis is carried out by data reduction techniques, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study showed that (1) the average level of student learning difficulty in biodiversity materials reached 65%, which was included in the high category. (2) Internal factors such as the physical and psychological condition of students (70%) in the high category, interest and motivation in learning (75%) in the high category, and cognitive ability (63%) in the medium category. (3) External factors such as the learning environment at school (69%) in the high category, family support (63%) in the medium category, peer influence (61%) in the medium learning difficulty category, and limited learning resources (54%) in the medium category. Thus, it can be concluded that the level of student learning difficulties in biodiversity materials in class X of MAS Al-Ikhlas Karya Mukti shows that students experience high learning difficulties influenced by a combination of internal and external factors.
Analisis Kemampuan Berpikir Tingkat Tinggi Siswa pada Materi Keanekaragaman Hayati di Kelas X Stivani, Elly; Djulia, Ely; Hasairin, Ashar
Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): June
Publisher : Department of Biology Education, FSTT, Mandalika University of Education, Indonesia.

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/bioscientist.v13i2.16211

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This study aims to determine the students' higher order thinking skills on biodiversity material in class X. This research uses a quantitative descriptive approach. The sample of this study was class X students consisting of 104 people determined by cluster random sampling technique. The instrument used was a test question in the form of an essay of 12 items on biodiversity material. The results showed that students' higher order thinking skills on biodiversity material in class X were at very low criteria with the acquisition of an average student score of 44.5%. In each indicator, it was found that the C4 indicator of class X students was very low with a percentage of 44.3%, the C5 indicator was very low with a percentage of 40.0%, and the C6 indicator was very low with a percentage of 46.0%. Thus, it can be concluded that to be able to improve the higher order thinking skills of grade X students, students begin to familiarize themselves with reading various literatures, solve HOTS-based problems, and students must use various learning strategies.
Pengaruh Panjang Potongan Entres dan Aplikasi Zpt Dari Ekstrak Bawang Merah (Allium Cepa L.) Terhadap Keberhasilan Teknik Sambung (Grafting) Kakao (Theobroma Cacao L.) Wunto, Arby Okriansa; Murdono, Djoko
Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): June
Publisher : Department of Biology Education, FSTT, Mandalika University of Education, Indonesia.

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/bioscientist.v13i2.16218

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This study aims to determine the effect of scion length on the success of cocoa top grafting, the effect of the number of scion buds on grafting success, and the effect of shallot extract on the success of cocoa top grafting. Data collection in this study was carried out using a Randomized Block Design (RBD) with 7 treatments and 4 replications. The data samples were analyzed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), followed by the Honestly Significant Difference (HSD) test. The HSD test was conducted to determine which treatment means were significantly different and which were not. It was found that treatment P3 involving 4 scion buds and 300 ml/liter of shallot extract resulted in the highest survival rate of 100% and produced optimal growth responses across all observed parameters, including shoot length, number of leaves, growth rate, and stem diameter (both upper and lower stem). The effects of scion length and the application of growth regulators (PGR) from shallot extract on the parameters of shoot length and stem diameter (upper and lower) did not show significant differences, while the number of leaves and growth rate parameters showed significant effects. The treatment that produced the highest survival rate of 100% and showed optimal growth responses across all observed parameters was the treatment with 4 scion buds and 300 ml/liter of shallot extract (Treatment P3).
Pengaruh Model Problem Based Learning (PBL) Terhadap Kemampuan Pemecahan Masalah Biologi Siswa Kelas VIII SMP Negeri 19 Palu Aiman, Popi Umu; Lilies, Lilies; Sabran, Moh; Astija, Astija; Mawaddah, Hayyatun; Laenggeng, Abd Hakim
Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/bioscientist.v13i2.16235

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This study aims to determine the effect of Problem Based Learning (PBL) learning model on students' biology problem solving skills in class VIII SMP Negeri 19 Palu. The method used was a quasi-experiment with Non equivalent (Pretest and Posttest) Control Group Design. The research sample amounted to 46 students, consisting of 23 experimental class students who used the PBL model and 23 control class students who used the conventional learning model. Data were collected through observation, teacher and student activity assessment sheets, and tests in the form of valid and reliable description questions. Data analysis was carried out with prerequisite tests, namely normality test and homogeneity test, as well as hypothesis testing using Independent Sample t-test. The results showed that there was a significant effect of PBL model on students' biological problem solving ability. The average posttest score of the experimental class reached 91.73, while the control class was only 75.21. The t-test shows a p value <0.05, which means that the alternative hypothesis is accepted, indicating that the application of the PBL model has a positive effect. Thus, it can be concluded that the PBL model is effective and influential on students' biology problem solving skills in science subjects of class VIII-D SMP Negeri 19 Palu.
Profil Kemampuan Berpikir Kreatif Siswa pada Materi Perubahan Lingkungan Wijayanti, Widha; Harlita, Harlita; Sugiharto, Bowo
Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): June
Publisher : Department of Biology Education, FSTT, Mandalika University of Education, Indonesia.

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/bioscientist.v13i2.16273

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This study aims to determine the initial profile of students' creative thinking on environmental change material in class X SMA Negeri I Purwantoro. This research is a descriptive qualitative research. The research sample was class X4 students totaling 33 students who were determined by purposive sampling technique. The research instrument used was a creative thinking ability test in the form of essay questions. Data analysis used descriptive quantitative. The results showed that the average creative thinking ability of students with a percentage of 38.75% and the category was less creative. The percentage for each aspect of students' creative thinking skills is in the fluency aspect of 41% with a fairly creative category, flexibility of 38% with a less creative category, originality of 39% with a less creative category, and elaboration of 36% with a less creative category. Thus, it can be concluded that the creative thinking skills of students in class X SMAN 1 Purwantoro are generally in the less creative category.
Preservice Teachers’ Perceptions of Science Literacy through Indigenous Science in Sasaknese Traditional Games: A Comparative Study Based on Gender and Semester Sukarso, AA; Yamin, Muhammad; Muliadi, Agus
Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): June
Publisher : Department of Biology Education, FSTT, Mandalika University of Education, Indonesia.

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/bioscientist.v13i2.16300

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This study aims to investigate compare the perceptions of preservice teachers regarding the use of indigenous science in Sasaknese traditional games as a medium for strengthening science literacy based on gender and semester. This exploratory research was conducted at the Mandalika University of Education with a subject pool of 234 preservice teacher students. The research utilized a validated closed questionnaire instrument with responses gathered using a Likert scale. The data from this study were analyzed using t-test and Anova test. The results of this study are (1) There is no significant difference in the perceptions of male and female students regarding the use of indigenous science in Sasaknese traditional games as a medium for strengthening science literacy, as evidenced by a significance value of 0.899, which is greater than 0.05 (>0.05); (2) There is no significant difference in the perceptions of third, fifth, and seventh-semester students regarding the use of indigenous science Sasaknese traditional games as a medium for strengthening science literacy, as indicated by a significance value of 0.114, which is greater than 0.05 (>0.05).
The Effect of Durian (Durio zibethinus) Seeds and Albedos Extract on Reducing Cholesterol Levels Maharani, Lila; Mahbubah, Fina Saffanatul; Habib, Ismul Mauludin Al
Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/bioscientist.v13i2.16365

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This research aims to determine the potential of durian to reduce cholesterol levels. This research used a completely randomised design as the basis for determining the sample size. There were 5 treatment groups, including durian seed extract (T1), durian albedo extract (T2), a combination of seed and albedo extract (T3) and those 3 treatment groups were given at a dose of 0.28 mg/head/day, quail eggs at a dose of 0.5 mL/head/day, and cholesterol reducing medication at 50 mg/head/day. The data were analyzed using the One Way ANOVA Test, which showed that p (0.004) < 0.05, leading to the conclusion that there was a real differences between all treatment groups. The seed extract group experienced the largest average decrease, namely 49.15 mg/dL, while the average decrease in the combination seed-albedo extract group and cholesterol reducing medication was 43.0 mg/dL, 33.4 mg/dL, and 28.7 mg/dL, respectively. The conclusion of this research is durian seed extract and albedo are effective in reducing cholesterol levels in the blood.
Hubungan Kekerabatan Kepiting Biola (Uca spp.) di Desa Lalombi Kecamatan Banawa Selatan Kabupaten Donggala Berdasarkan Karakter Morfologi Biung, Yelsan Kanan; Budiarsa, I Made; Trianto, Manap; Kundera, I Nengah; Ashari, Abdul; Jayanti, Zulaikhah Dwi
Bioscientist : Jurnal Ilmiah Biologi Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): June
Publisher : Department of Biology Education, FSTT, Mandalika University of Education, Indonesia.

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/bioscientist.v13i2.16380

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This study aims to analyze the phylogenetic relationships among six species of fiddler crabs (Uca spp.) found in Lalombi Village, Banawa Selatan Subdistrict, Donggala Regency, based on morphological characters. A descriptive-exploratory approach was employed, with purposive sampling to select representative specimens. Eighteen morphometric characters were measured from three individuals of each species: U. triangularis, U. perplexa, U. dussumieri, U. annulipes, U. tetragonon, and U. bellator. Data were analyzed using Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and UPGMA clustering with the aid of PAST software version 4.03. The PCA results revealed that carapace length (CL), anterior carapace width (ACW), and posterior carapace width (PCW) contributed significantly to total morphological variation. Cluster analysis indicated a close phylogenetic relationship between U. tetragonon and U. triangularis, as well as between U. perplexa and U. bellator. U. annulipes appeared intermediate between the two groups, suggesting a moderate level of relatedness. In contrast, U. dussumieri formed a distinct branch, likely due to its markedly larger body size compared to the other species. These findings affirm that morphometric characters are valuable in elucidating phylogenetic relationships within the genus Uca and support taxonomy based on morphological traits.