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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
VALIDITY ANALYSIS OF STEM-BASED E-LWS WITH PBL MODEL ON MOTION KINEMATICS MATERIAL TO SUPPORT CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS OF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS Wedy, Zahra Salsabila
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 2 (2025)
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This research is motivated by the rapid development of technology from various fields, one of which is in the field of education. In the world of education, this technology has an important role in the continuity of the learning process. The use of electronic-based teaching materials is one of the utilization of technology in the learning process. One of the teaching materials that can be used is the Electronic Learner Worksheet (E-LWS). The purpose of the research is to make STEM-based electronic student worksheets with PBL models on motion kinematics material to support the critical thinking skills of SMA/MA students. The creation of Learner Worksheets is expected to be not only valid in terms of content and structure but also effective in facilitating a more meaningful learning experience for students. This research used the Research and Development (R&D) method. The validation process was carried out by three physics lecturers from Padang State University (UNP). Analysis of the results of the validation instrument showed that the developed Learner Worksheet obtained a validation score of 0.95. The score obtained is included in the "valid" category. Therefore, the product made in this study STEM-based Learner Worksheets with PBL model is considered valid and suitable for use as one of the innovative teaching materials to support students' critical thinking skills in understanding motion kinematics material.
ASSESSING CREATIVE THINKING SKILLS OF MTs STUDENTS IN SOLVING RENEWABLE ENERGY PROBLEMS A BINOMIAL TEST ANALYSIS Kurnia, Mega; Akhsan, Hamdi; Kistiono, Kistiono
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 2 (2025)
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This study aims to analyse the proportion of creative thinking ability of MTs students on the topic of renewable energy using binomial test statistics. Students' creative thinking ability was measured based indicators of Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking (TTCT): fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration. The sample consisted of 109 students selected from four MTs in South OKU District selected by random sampling. The research instrument was in the form of multiple choice questions which were previously tested for validity using the Rasch Item Fit Model analysis and instrument reliability of 0.55. Although not a very high value, this result can still be used for exploratory purposes in the evaluation of the instrument. The data were then analysed using the binomial test with an expected proportion of 50%. The binomial test is used because the data is dichotomous. Results indicated that the highest average score was achieved in fluency (60.54), while the lowest was in originality (22.52). Only 36% of students who can answer more than 50% of the questions correctly, while 64% of students have not managed to reach the expected standard. The binomial test results indicated that the proportion of students who were able to solve renewable energy problems creatively was significantly lower than the expected value (p = 0.004 < 0,05). This finding suggests that students' creative thinking skills are still uneven, influenced by factors such as teacher-centred learning methods, lack of practical exploration, and limited understanding on the topic of renewable energy.
Validity of E-LKPD Based on POE Learning Model on Static Fluid Material to Improve Students' Critical Thinking Skills Dewi, Sonia Citra
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 3 (2025)
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This study aims to design and test the validity of E-LKPD (Electronic Student Worksheet) based on the Predict-Observe-Explain (POE) learning model as an interactive learning medium to improve students' critical thinking skills in static fluid material. This E-LKPD was developed as an alternative teaching material that combines a constructivist approach with the use of digital technology in learning. The research method used was Research and Development (R&D) with a 4D development model, which includes the stages of define, design, develop, and disseminate. However, this study was limited to the develop stage, which focused on the validation of the E-LKPD by experts. The validation process was conducted by physics education lecturers from the University of Padang, who assessed the substance of the material, design, learning structure, and the suitability of the E-LKPD with the characteristics of the POE model. The validation results showed that the developed E-LKPD had very good quality with an overall average score of 0.90 and was categorized as valid. Thus, this POE-based E-LKPD is suitable for use as an innovative learning tool that not only supports the mastery of static fluid concepts but also develops students' critical thinking skills in the context of 21st-century learning.
Identification of Physics Concepts in The Songket Tower of South Solok as The Basis for The Design of Physics Edupark Enrichment Books Putri, Melvia Nisa
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 3 (2025)
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A natural or artificial tourist attraction that allows it to be used as part of the learning process in helping educators and students in finding facts, formulating principles or concepts in a physics lesson is called an edupark. Attractions not only offer natural beauty, but also provide a variety of educational information that can support the learning process of students. One of the attractions that can be utilized as an edupark location is the South Solok Songket Tower.  This research aims to  identify physics concepts in the South Solok Songket Tower as a basis for designing a physics edupark enrichment book. The stage carried out is Edupark Finding, where the process of selecting attractions that meet certain criteria such as, have never been used as research objects, are easily accessible, and have physics concepts. Based on this stage, the South Solok Songket Tower was chosen as the edupark location. The next stage is the Direct Observation stage in the form of direct observation to the location to identify physics concepts contained in the Songket Tower tourist attraction. The observation data was then analyzed as a basis for designing edupark-based physics enrichment books. The results of this observation show that there are many physics concepts contained in the songket tower that can be utilized in learning, so that it can be used as a basis for designing a physics edupark enrichment book .
The Effect of Problem-Based Learning Model on The Critical Thinking Skills of Students at State Senior High School 2 Ranah Batahan in The Subject of Temperature and Heat Ramadhan, Muhammad Ikhsan
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 3 (2025)
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This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model in enhancing the critical thinking skills of high school students on the topic of heat and temperature. The background of the study highlights the need for learning models that foster higher-order thinking skills and provide students with opportunities to solve contextual problems. A pre-experimental research design with a one-group pretest-posttest approach was applied to a class of 29 students from SMA Negeri 2 Ranah Batahan. The instrument used was a critical thinking skill test based on five indicators proposed by Ennis: providing simple explanations, building basic skills, making inferences, providing further clarification, and developing strategies and tactics. Data were analyzed using the Shapiro-Wilk test, Levene's test, Wilcoxon Signed-Rank test, and N-Gain analysis. The results indicate a significant improvement in students' critical thinking abilities across all indicators after the implementation of PBL. The average N-Gain score reached 75.70%, categorized as high. The greatest improvement was observed in the "strategy and tactics" indicator, while the highest posttest score was in the "making inferences" indicator. These findings suggest that the PBL model, supported by interactive learning media, effectively engages students in problem-solving and reflective thinking. The model encourages active involvement, fosters logical reasoning, and improves conceptual understanding. In conclusion, the PBL approach integrated with interactive learning media is a powerful tool in promoting critical thinking in physics education.
The Effect of the GISTEM Learning Model (Guided Inquiry, Science, Technology, Engineering, And Mathematics) on Students’ Problem Solving Ability on Sound Wave Material Maryani, Elsa; Ridwan, Irwan Muhammad; Nana, Nana
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 3 (2025)
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This research was motivated by the low problem-solving abilities of students on sound wave material and the need for more innovative approaches in physics learning. To address this issue, the GISTEM learning model (Guided Inquiry, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) was implemented. The research used a quasi-experimental method with a Pretest-Posttest Control Group Design. The population consisted of 216 students from six class XI Phase F physics specialization classes at SMAN 13 Garut. The sample was selected using a Cluster Random Sampling technique, with class XI-12 as the experimental group and class XI-11 as the control group, each consisting of 36 students. Problem-solving skills were measured using 10 descriptive test items administered as pretest and posttest. Data analysis involved prerequisite tests (normality and homogeneity), t-test hypothesis testing, and calculation of learning gains. The hypothesis test using the t-test at a significance level of α = 0.05 showed that  (15.56 > 1.67). Therefore, Hₐ was accepted, and H₀ was rejected. These results indicate that the GISTEM learning model significantly affects students’ problem-solving skills on sound wave material. The effectiveness of this model is attributed to its ability to promote independent learning, support conceptual understanding, and encourage the application of knowledge in new contexts.
Quality of Problem Solving Ability Test Instrument Janna, Fadhillah; Desnita, Desnita
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 3 (2025)
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Kemampuan pemecahan masalah merupakan keterampilan krusial yang harus dimiliki siswa untuk menghadapi tantangan abad ke-21 dan kemajuan ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi. Diperlukan instrumen yang valid dan reliabel untuk mengukur kemampuan tersebut secara objektif dan konsisten. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan dan mengkaji kelayakan instrumen tes keterampilan pemecahan masalah pada materi fluida statis untuk siswa SMA melalui uji validitas dan reliabilitas. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Penelitian dan Pengembangan (R&D) dengan model pengembangan 4D (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate). Tinjauan awal memberikan gambaran konseptual tentang kemampuan pemecahan masalah dan materi fluida statis, yang menjadi landasan penyusunan cetak biru instrumen. Instrumen dikembangkan dalam bentuk 12 soal esai yang diselaraskan dengan indikator kemampuan pemecahan masalah dan divalidasi oleh tim peneliti. Validasi internal menunjukkan bahwa setelah dilakukan revisi berdasarkan masukan dari tim internal, instrumen memenuhi kriteria kelayakan awal untuk uji coba lebih lanjut. Uji validitas empiris dilakukan menggunakan rumus Pearson Product-Moment, dan hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa semua item memiliki nilai t-t lebih besar daripada t-tabel, yang menunjukkan validitasnya. Selanjutnya, uji reliabilitas menggunakan Cronbach's Alpha menghasilkan koefisien sebesar 0,89, yang termasuk dalam kategori tinggi. Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa instrumen memiliki konsistensi internal yang baik. Oleh karena itu, instrumen tes yang dikembangkan dinilai layak dan dapat digunakan sebagai alat evaluasi untuk mengukur kemampuan pemecahan masalah siswa dalam pembelajaran fisika, khususnya pada materi fluida statis.
The Effect of Project Based Learning Model Assisted by Electronic Student Worksheet on Global Warming Material to Improve Creative Thinking Skills of Class X Students at SMA Negeri 2 Medan Waruwu, Lilis Suryani; Motlan, Motlan
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 3 (2025)
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The aim of this study was to determine whether there is an effect of using Project Based Learning model assisted by Electronic Student Worksheet (E-Worksheet) on students’ creative thinking skills in the global warning topic at Grade X of SMA Negeri 2 Medan. This research used a quasi-experimental method with a pretest-posttest control group design. The sample consisted of 68 students of Grade X Phase E in the even semester at SMA Negeri 2 Medan, with 34 students in the experimental class and 34 students in the control class. Data collection was conducted using a creative thinking skills test based on four indicators: fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration. Data analysis included normality test, homogeneity test, and hypothesis testing. A one-tailed t-test on the post-test results showed that the t-count value of 3.761 exceeded the t-table value of 1.998, indicating a statistically significant difference between the experimental class was 82.79, higher than the control class average of 74.41. These results demonstrate that the implementation of the PjBL model assistes by E-Wroksheet significantly improves students’ creative thinking skills in learning global warming material compared to conventional learning methods.
Identification of The Potential of Batang Kenaikan Rafting as A Contextual Physics Learning Resource Through Needs Analysis of Senior High School Students Yusella, Nur Ummi
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 3 (2025)
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Arung Jeram Batang Kenaikan is one of the natural attractions that holds great potential to be utilized as a contextual physics learning resource. This tourist attraction is often visited by young people, especially high school students. However, the attraction is only utilized as a place of entertainment, such as taking pictures and playing. They do not realize that the tourist attraction they visit can be used as a learning resource, especially in understanding physics concepts. This research aims to identify the potential of Batang Kenaikan Rafting as a contextual physics learning resource by analyzing students' needs for physics teaching materials in high school. The research method used is preliminary research and development with the Edupark approach which is focused on three initial stages, namely edupark finding (E), Direct Observation (D), and Understanding of Analysis Students, Teachers, Curriculum Characteristics (U). Data were collected through direct observation, questionnaires of students' needs, and interviews with physics teachers. The observation results show that the tourist attraction of Arung Jeram Batang Kenaikan contains various physics concepts such as Newton's law, fluid, kinematics, and energy. The needs analysis shows that the majority of students have a visual learning style and are interested in physics learning based on the real environment. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that Arung Jeram Batang Kenaikan has high potential to be developed as a physics Edupark that is contextual and in accordance with the characteristics of students, and supports the effective implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum.
Improving Students' Concept Mastery Through The Implementation of Multirepresentation-based Physics Modules. Jannah, Ad'hani Miftachul; Mahardika, I Ketut; Supriadi, Bambang
PILLAR OF PHYSICS EDUCATION Vol 18, No 3 (2025)
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One of the causes of low student concept mastery is learning resources such as textbooks that are limited and less interesting to read or explore by students. Modules are one of the solutions to make it easier for students to understand physics-related concepts regarding effort and energy material. The module that will be applied to reduce these problems is a multirepresentation-based module. The purpose of this research is to analyze the improvement of students' concept mastery through the implementation of multirepresentation-based physics modules on the subject of effort and energy. The research was conducted on class X students at SMK Negeri 2 Jember with a pre-experimental, one-group pretest-posttest research design. The research sample was taken by purposive sampling using instruments such as tests, observations, interviews, and documentation. The improvement of concept mastery was measured using N-gain based on the comparison of pretest and posttest results. The results showed that the increase in concept mastery on effort and energy material was in the high category with an N-gain value of 74.72%. So, it can be concluded that the multirepresentation-based module proved effective in helping students understand physics concepts more deeply.