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Pillar of Physics Education : Jurnal Berkala Ilmiah Pendidikan Fisika
ISSN : 23379618     EISSN : 26848880     DOI : https://doi.org/10.24036/11030171074
Core Subject : Science, Education,
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 describing recent theoretical and experimental research related to: (1) learning outcome of physics, (2) Learning materials of physics, (3) Learning and teaching theories and models of physics, (4) Learning and teaching strategies and methods of physics, (5) Learning assessment and evaluation of physics, (6) The use of ict and media in learning of physics, (7) Learning management of physics, (8) Research and development in learning of physics, (9) Experimental methods in learning of physics, (10) Action research of learning of physics. The Pillar of Physics Education follows the open access policy that allows the published articles freely available online without any subscription. Submitted papers must written in English for initial review stage by editors and further review process by minimum two international reviewers.
Arjuna Subject : Umum - Umum
Articles 681 Documents
DEVELOPMENT OF AN E-MODULE BASED ON AUTHENTIC LEARNING IN THE CONTEXT OF WETLANDS FOR ARCHIMEDES’ PRINCIPLE MATERIAL Lasiani, Lasiani; syahmani, syahmani; Salam, Abdul; Mahtari, Saiyidah; Setiono, Isnaini Agus
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 1 (2025)
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Physics is often considered an abstract subject, posing challenges for students to fully comprehend its concepts. The integration of advancing technology as a learning medium can facilitate students’ understanding, particularly when combined with authentic learning approaches that present concrete situations. This allows students to observe, analyze, perform, and even experience concepts firsthand. An e-module based on authentic learning within the context of wetlands can serve as an effective learning medium. This study aims to develop a valid and practical e-module based on authentic learning in the context of wetlands for teaching Archimedes’ principle. The validity of the e-module was assessed through expert validation involving three specialists, while practicality and readability were evaluated using student response questionnaires. The research follows the Research and Development (R&D) methodology using the ADDIE model, which consists of five stages: (1) Analysis, (2) Design, (3) Development, (4) Implementation, and (5) Evaluation. The study was conducted in the Physics Education program at Lambung Mangkurat University (ULM) in Banjarmasin. The validation results indicated that the material expert assessment achieved a score of 100%, the language expert assessment scored 93.75%, and the media expert assessment scored 91.67%, with an overall average validation score of 95.14%. The readability test yielded an average score of 91.38%, while student response assessments resulted in an average score of 93.89%. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that the developed e-module is highly feasible, valid, fully readable, and practical for use in learning.
Enhancing Social-Emotional Skills in Junior High School Students through Project-Based Learning on Solar System Topics Fazriah, Sarah Nur; Winarno, Nanang
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 1 (2025)
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Early adolescence is a critical transitional period marked by significant physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional changes. During this crucial stage, developing social-emotional skills becomes essential to help adolescents adapt to the changes and challenges they face. This study aims to analyze the improvement of social-emotional skills among students by implementing a Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model on the Solar System. This study employed a pre-experimental design with a One-Group Pretest-Posttest Design. Data was collected using a social-emotional skills questionnaire. The study was conducted at a school in Bandung, Indonesia, with 35 seventh-grade students (14 males and 21 females) as participants. The results indicated a significant improvement in students' social-emotional skills, with a mean pre-test score of 74% and a mean post-test score of 77%. The N-Gain scores for Self-Awareness, Social-Awareness, Self-Control, Relationship Skills, and Responsible Decision-Making were 0.14, 0.12, 0.08, 0.04, and 0.05, respectively. Since all N-Gain scores were below 0.3, they can be interpreted as low. The findings suggest that the PjBL model can serve as an alternative for teachers to enhance students' social-emotional skills, particularly in science education.
Understanding Concepts and Causes of Student Misconceptions on Work and Energy Rahmadhani, Rahmadhani
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 2 (2025)
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Misconceptions among students refer to misunderstandings they hold regarding learning concepts that differ from the scientific principles established by experts. This study aims to analyze students' conceptual understanding and identify the causes of misconceptions related to the topics of work and energy. To achieve this, a survey research method was employed, utilizing a set of 15 multiple-choice questions rated on a five-point scale for data collection. The sample consisted of 80 students from three different schools. The findings revealed that 50% of the students experienced misconceptions regarding the law of conservation of energy. The sources of these misconceptions varied across the three schools and were primarily attributed to the textbooks used in lessons, explanations provided by the teachers, individual reasoning, and peer influence. Notably, a significant number of students exhibited misconceptions stemming from their own reasoning. Consequently, it is recommended that teachers identify and address these misunderstandings to help minimize the occurrence of misconceptions among students.
DEVELOPMENT OF A WEB-BASED FOUR TIER DIAGNOSTIC TEST TO IDENTIFY STUDENTS’ MISCONCEPTIONS IN PHYSICS Yuliana, Ina; Artawan, Putu; Heny, Ajeng Purnama
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 1 (2025)
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This study aims to develop a web-based four tier diagnostic test to identify students' physics misconceptions on heat and temperature. This research uses the Research and Development (R&D) method with the ADDIE development model which consists of five stages, namely analysis, design, develop, implementation, and evaluate. The research data includes quantitative data in the form of validator evaluations and qualitative data in the form of comments and suggestions given by validators and analysis of student answers. Based on the results of the feasibility validity test from media, design and material expert validation, this product shows a very feasible category to use. The results of the interpretation of student answers show that students experience misconceptions in all the questions given.
Design of Cognitive Conflict-Based Generative Learning LKPD on Fluid Material to Improve Critical Thinking Ability of Grade XI High School Learners Anabel, Haura Fitri; Akmam, Akmam; Mufit, Fatni; Emiliannur, Emiliannur
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 2 (2025)
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Learning in the twenty-first century places a strong emphasis on developing higher order thinking skills (HOTS), particularly critical thinking abilities, which are crucial for understanding physics. An essential part of preparing pupils is education with critical thinking skills through an active and planned learning process. In fact, in learning Physics, students have low critical thinking skills. This demonstrates that in order to solve this issue, the learning method must be innovative. One effective way is in the form of Learner Worksheets (LKPD) by applying creative and innovative learning models. LKPD helps facilitate the learning process through structured guidance, motivate students to learn actively, improve concept understanding and critical thinking skills. This study employs the 4D development model and the R&D approach. With an Aiken'V of 0.93, the validity analysis's findings demonstrated the validity of the Generative Learning LKPD Based on Cognitive Conflict on Fluid Material. The next stage of the practicality test produced by educators was very practical at 89%. The practicality test produced by the user is very practical at 90%. Based on the study's findings, it can be said that the LKPD generated has demonstrated a sufficient degree of validity and applicability. Thus, it is determined that the use of Cognitive Conflict-Based Generative Learning (LKPD) on Fluid Material is employed and is amenable to further testing.
Identification of Teaching Materials for Physics Edupark City Park Cindua Mato Batusangkar Using Concepts Fitting Technique Sari, Gina Alya
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 2 (2025)
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City Park Cindua Mato is a green open space located in the center of Batusangkar city and serves as a place for recreation, sports, and social interaction. The existence of facilities such as basketball courts and reflection stone rides make this park an environment rich in phenomena that can be studied scientifically. Despite having the potential of an environment rich in physical phenomena, its utilization in the context of education is still very limited. Problems found based on direct observation show that students often have difficulty in understanding physics concepts because the teaching materials used tend to be theoretical. Observations also show a lack of learner involvement in learning because the media used has not been able to attract their attention, especially those with visual learning styles. In addition, the teacher said that the current teaching materials have not utilized local potential as a source of learning, so students feel that the material presented is less relevant to their daily lives. This research aims to identify the needs of teaching materials that are in accordance with the characteristics of students and the surrounding environment. This research is a preliminary study of the research and development method with the EDUPARK model, which at this stage is focused on the EDU stage. Data were collected through interviews with 3 physics teachers and distributing questionnaires to 31 students of Class XI Phase F Moving Physics 1 SMAN 1 Sungai Tarab. The results of the analysis show that the available teaching materials have not accommodated the local potential and learning styles of students optimally. Therefore, a teaching material is needed in the form of a physics enrichment book integrated with City Park Cindua Mato Batusangkar that is in accordance with the characteristics of students and their learning environment.
ANALYSIS OF COLLABORATION SKILLS AND PHYSICS LEARNING OUTCOMES USING GAMIFICATION-ASSISTED MURDER COOPERATIVE LEARNING MODEL Irmawati, Rery; Bektiarso, Singgih; Nuraini, Lailatul
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 1 (2025)
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Pembelajaran merupakan serangkaian proses untuk mendorong siswa dan mengorganisasikan siswa agar memiliki tujuan pembelajaran. Rendahnya kemampuan kolaborasi dan hasil belajar siswa disebabkan oleh proses pembelajaran yang mengacu pada guru dan kurangnya penerapan teknologi dalam proses pembelajaran. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui; (1) pengaruh yang signifikan model pembelajaran kooperatif MURDER berbantuan gamifikasi terhadap kemampuan kolaborasi siswa; dan (2) pengaruh yang signifikan model pembelajaran kooperatif MURDER berbantuan gamifikasi terhadap hasil belajar siswa. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah true eksperimen dengan rancangan post-test only control group design. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas XI IPA SMA Negeri 4 Jember semester ganjil tahun ajaran 2024/2025. Sampel ditentukan dengan metode purposive sampling area sehingga diperoleh kelas XI IPA 1 sebagai kelas eksperimen dan XI IPA 2 sebagai kelas kontrol. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan meliputi tes, wawancara, dokumentasi, dan observasi. Analisis data yang digunakan adalah uji homogenitas, uji normalitas, dan uji hipotesis. Hasil analisis keterampilan kolaborasi dan hasil belajar fisika siswa menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap penggunaan model pembelajaran kooperatif MURDER berbantuan gamifikasi.
THE EFFECT OF PHET VIRTUAL LABORATORY ON STUDENT PHYSICS LEARNING OUTCOMES: META-ANALYSIS Sapitri, Zesmi Andestika
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 2 (2025)
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Physics education in schools should be supported by experimental activities. One of the efforts to keep the experiment activities carried out is by utilizing virtual laboratory phet media in learning. This study aims to determine the influence of virtual laboratory phet media on students' physics learning outcomes. The moderator variables are the level of education, learning materials and learning models. This study uses a meta-analysis method that uses articles as a data source. Articles are collected from google scholar and publish or perish that have been accredited by sinta from the 2014-2024 range. From the collection, 41 decent article data were obtained. The article data obtained was analyzed with the help of JASP software and percentage techniques. The results of the analysis show that; 1) the influence of virtual laboratory phet on the overall student physics learning outcomes obtained a summary effect size of 1.122 very high categories, 2). The influence of virtual laboratory phet media on students' physics learning outcomes based on the highest level of education, namely at the high school level, the summary effect size of 1.176 is a very high category, 3). The influence of virtual laboratory phet media on students' physics learning outcomes based on the highest learning material, namely on collision, momentum and implus materials, the summary effect size is 1.572 in the very high category, 4). The influence of virtual laboratory phet media on student physics learning outcomes based on the highest learning model is in the PBL model with a summary effect size of 1.488 very high categories. Based on the results, teachers are advised to apply learning using virtual laboratory phet media at the high school level, especially on collision, momentum and implus materials with a cooperative learning model. 
DEVELOPMENT OF DIGITAL STUDENT WORKSHEET BASED ON PROBLEM BASED LEARNING ON HYDROSTATIC PRESSURE MATERIAL AT SMA NEGERI 2 BINJAI Anggreiny, Lavenia Puspa; Ramadhani, Irham
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 2 (2025)
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The research was conducted due to the lack of interesting learning media, thus making students' interest in physics subjects to study physics low and resulting in unsatisfactory student learning outcomes.  This research aims to develop digital student worksheets based on Problem Based Learning (PBL) on hydrostatic pressure material for grade XI high school. This research is a Research & Development (R&D) study using the ADDIE model which consists of stages (Analyze, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). The subjects of this study were students of grade XI high school. The results of feasibility validity by experts analyzed with Aiken'V index obtained a result of 0.82 with a very feasible category.  The results of practicality by teachers 95% (very practical), students in small groups 90% (very practical), and large groups 86.44% (very practical) and in the effectiveness test obtained the results of the gain score of the difference between pretest and posttest scores showed an average in small groups of 0.76 while in large groups 0.77 with the effective category.  Based on this information, it is concluded that the PBL-based student worksheet on hydrostatic pressure material developed by researchers and tested at SMA Negeri 2 Binjai is feasible to use, very practical and effective. This PBL-based digital student worksheet on hydrostatic pressure material can be a reference for the development of similar teaching materials and can be teaching materials used in schools.
THE EFFECT OF THE PHET SIMULATION-ASSISTED THINK, TALK, WRITE LEARNING MODEL ON THE ABITILY OF STUDENTS’ CRITICAL THINGKING SKILLS ON PARABOLIC MOTION MATERIAL Apriana, Erfan; Susanti, Ernita; Aripin, Aripin
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 2 (2025)
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This research was motivated by the low ability of students to think critically in physics learning and the need for more innovation in the learning process. The researchers' efforts to overcome this problem are by applying the Think, Talk, Write learning model assisted by PhET Simulation. This research method is quasi-experimental with a non-equivalent control group design. The population in this study was class XI Physics students at a high school in Tasikmalaya, totaling 72 students. The data collection technique in this study describes the ability of critical thinking skills in as many as nine items. The data analysis techniques are prerequisite tests (normality and homogeneity tests), hypothesis tests, N-Gain, and model implementation analysis. The results of the analysis of hypothesis test data using the t-test at the significance level (α = 0.05) showed that after applying the Think, Talk, Write learning model assisted by PhET Simulation, we obtained 4.05 > 1.67, and the calculation results using SPSS showed sig results. (2-tailed) < 0.05 i.e. 0.000 < 0.05. Thus, Ha is accepted, and H0 is rejected. It means that it can be concluded that the Think, Talk, Write learning model assisted by PhET Simulation influences the ability of students' critical thinking skills on parabolic motion material in class XI Physics students at a high school in Tasikmalaya. These findings imply that integrating interactive technology into active learning models can yield better outcomes, suggesting the need for innovative teaching strategies to enhance education quality