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Nasrul Hakim
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Al Jahiz: Journal of Biology Education Research
ISSN : 27225070     EISSN : 27225275     DOI : https://doi.org/10.32332/al-jahiz
Al Jahiz: Journal of Biology Education Research. Receives and publishes scientific articles from research in the field of biology education and the use of biological research in learning. Special emphasis is as follows: (1) Research on Biology / Science Learning at all levels of education. (2) Pure Biology Research from the Biological Sciences Branch was developed into teaching materials, reference books or learning media for Biology / Science at all levels of education and applications in the community. (3) Biology Education curriculum at all levels of education. (4) Classroom Action Research (CAR). (5) Lesson Study (LS). (6) Other Qualitative Research from Biology Education at all levels of education. (7) Management of the Biology / Science Laboratory at all levels of education. (8) Evaluation of Learning Biology / Science at all levels of education. (9) Professional Teacher Trends in Biological Education. This journal also covers the issues on environmental education.
Articles 162 Documents
Seafood Innovation Processing Octopus into Flour and Proximate Composition Analysis as Highly Nutritious Food Ayu Shinka Permata Sari; Bhakti Karyadi; Euis Nursa'adah; Nurhamidah; Rendy Wikrama Wardana; Indarini Dwi Pursitasari
Al Jahiz Vol 7 No 1 (2026): Al-Jahiz: Journal of Biology Education Research, January-June 2026 (In Progress)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32332/al-jahiz.v7i1.11202

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Kaur Regency has abundant marine resources, particularly Octopus vulgaris. According to data from the local Fisheries Service, octopus production in 2023 reached 349,310 kg. However, utilization remains limited to dried products. An alternative innovation is processing octopus into flour, which offers high nutritional value, longer shelf life, and broader applications as a raw material for various food products. This study aimed to produce octopus flour and analyze its proximate composition. Fresh octopus samples were selected, cleaned, boiled, sliced, and sun-dried until completely dehydrated. The dried material was then ground into powder and stored in airtight containers. Proximate and mineral analyses were conducted at the Biology Laboratory, University of Bengkulu, following SNI 01-2715-1996 standards. The macronutrient analysis showed that fat content was 8.19%, meeting SNI Class II standards (<10%). Protein content reached 32.41%, while carbohydrate content was 7.08%. For micronutrients, calcium content was 0.15%, meeting SNI Class I standards (>0.1%), magnesium content was 0.87%, and iron content was 5,412 ppm. Additional nutritional analysis indicated moisture content of 1.96%, fiber content of 0.73%, and ash content of 4.2%, all complying with SNI Class I criteria. In conclusion, octopus flour produced from local resources meets SNI Class I and II standards for macronutrients, micronutrients, and other nutritional parameters, demonstrating its potential as a nutritious and durable alternative food ingredient.
Exploring Students’ Mental Models of Photosynthesis: A Five-Tier Diagnostic Case Study in Senior High School Alfyn Abdan Nurahman; Ari Widodo; Sariwulan Diana
Al Jahiz Vol 7 No 1 (2026): Al-Jahiz: Journal of Biology Education Research, January-June 2026 (In Progress)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32332/al-jahiz.v7i1.11212

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Understanding students’ mental models is essential to identify conceptual and representational challenges in learning intricate biological processes such as photosynthesis. This study explores senior high school students’ mental models of photosynthesis using a five-tier open-ended diagnostic test that integrates conceptual and visual understanding. A qualitative case study was conducted with 27 students in Bandung, Indonesia. The results revealed that only 22.8% of students demonstrated scientific understanding of the light reaction, and just 16.0% did so for the dark reaction. The majority of students exhibited initial or synthetic models, indicating fragmented knowledge, misconceptions, and difficulties in depicting key photosynthesis processes. Visualization results further highlighted students’ limited ability to construct accurate scientific representations, especially for the dark reaction. These findings suggest a need for model-based teaching strategies, multimodal representations, and formative assessments to enhance students’ conceptual and visual understanding of photosynthesis.
Feasibility of Conventional Biotechnology Practicum Guide Based on Physics, Chemistry, and Organoleptic Test Results of Cincalok Audiva Azhta Prameswari; Laili Fitri Yeni; Anisyah Yuniarti
Al Jahiz Vol 7 No 1 (2026): Al-Jahiz: Journal of Biology Education Research, January-June 2026 (In Progress)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32332/al-jahiz.v7i1.11215

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The practicum guide is a guideline for conducting practicum activities. Cincalok was chosen as the practicum guide because of its closeness to the local wisdom of the students, so that the concept of conventional biotechnology can be understood contextually. The use of locally-based fermented products supports relevant learning, and strengthens students' appreciation of local culture and food resources. This study aims to analyze the feasibility of teaching materials for practical guides on conventional biotechnology sub-material regarding the results of physical, chemical, and organoleptic tests of cincalok in West Kalimantan. The research design used was quantitative descriptive. The feasibility test was conducted in three stages, namely instrument validation, media validation, and data analysis. The validators consisted of five people, namely two lecturers from the Biology Education Study Program and three biology teachers from grade X high school. The validation results obtained a CVR value of 0.99 and a CVI value of 0.99, indicating that all aspects of the practical guide assessment were valid. This shows that the practical guide that was created met the criteria in terms of format, language, and content. The practical guide that met the validity criteria could be used in the next stage to evaluate its effectiveness.
Ethnobotany of Ancak Cooking Ingredients by Madurese Ethnic in Kalipuro and Gombengsari Village, Banyuwangi Shafyan Khairus Shaleh; Luchman Hakim; Dian Siswanto
Al Jahiz Vol 7 No 1 (2026): Al-Jahiz: Journal of Biology Education Research, January-June 2026 (In Progress)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32332/al-jahiz.v7i1.11395

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This study aims to identify the types of spices used in Ancak cuisine, and to describe the composition and basic ingredients. The research methods included field surveys and in-depth interviews, which were analyzed using an ethnobotanical approach. The level of plant utilization was analyzed using Use Values (UVs), and the frequency of use based on cultural importance was measured using Index of Cultural Significance (ICS), while the frequency of mention of plant types was analyzed using Relative Frequency of Citation (RFC). The results show that there are 19 types of spice plants used in Ancak cuisine. The highest UVs value is found in Tamarindus indica with a value of 6, followed by Cinnamomum verum with a value of 5 and Myristica fragrans with a value of 2. The highest ICS values for spice plants are found in Allium cepa and Allium sativum at 30, and Zingiber officinale at 12. In addition, 20 types of plants were identified as ingredients and basic materials for making Ancak. The highest UVs value was found in Apium graveolens at 2, followed by Raphanus sativus var. hortensis and Nasturtium officinale at 1. The highest ICS value was found in Oryza sativa at 30, followed by Cocos nucifera at 9 and Allium fistulosum at 6. The highest RFC value was also found in Oryza sativa at 1, followed by Glycine max at 0.95, and Cucumis sativus at 0.35. These findings indicate that the Ancak dish reflects rich local ethnobotanical knowledge and strong social and cultural values.
Remap-GI in Biology Learning: Enhancing Creative Thinking and Cognitive Outcomes on Biodiversity Topics Bea Hana Siswati; Alwiana Hamidah Nugroho; Aulia Fitrotun Nurullah; Nadia Fatimah Az Zahra; Avril Ley Ann R. Llave
Al Jahiz Vol 7 No 1 (2026): Al-Jahiz: Journal of Biology Education Research, January-June 2026 (In Progress)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32332/al-jahiz.v7i1.11610

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Creative thinking is an essential skill that must be explicitly and systematically taught in classrooms because of its significant contribution to student learning outcomes. However, many schools still rely on conventional teaching methods, which often lead to student boredom, reduced motivation, and low engagement. Therefore, an effective learning model is needed to address this issue. This study examines the effect of the Reading Map Group Investigation (Remap-GI) learning model on cognitive learning outcomes and creative thinking skills in Biodiversity material at SMAN 1 Muncar. This study employed a quantitative quasi-experimental approach using a non-equivalent control group design. The sample consisted of 70 students (36 in the experimental group and 34 in the control group) selected through random sampling. Creative thinking data were collected using open-ended test items based on four indicators, while cognitive learning outcomes were measured using pre-test and post-test scores. Data were analyzed using Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA), preceded by normality and homogeneity tests. The results showed that the ANCOVA test for creative thinking skills produced a significance value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating that the Remap-GI model significantly improved students’ creative thinking compared to the control group. Similarly, the ANCOVA test for cognitive learning outcomes also showed a significance value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a positive effect on students’ cognitive performance. Practically, this model can be an alternative teaching strategy to reduce boredom, increase active participation, and improve conceptual understanding, especially in agro-industrial school environments where students need support in developing independent learning habits.
Enhancing Students’ Critical Thinking and Sustainability Awareness through the Concept Attainment Model–Education for Sustainable Development (CAM-ESD): A Quasi-Experimental Study in Indonesian Upper Secondary Biology Berti Yolida; Median Agus Priadi; Rini Rita T. Marpaung; Ismah Fatimah; Dian Ratna Sari; Laila Puspita; Kadek Dewi S
Al Jahiz Vol 7 No 1 (2026): Al-Jahiz: Journal of Biology Education Research, January-June 2026 (In Progress)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32332/al-jahiz.v7i1.11643

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Critical thinking skills and sustainability awareness are essential competencies for addressing global challenges in the 21st century. However, students in Indonesia still demonstrate relatively low levels of both competencies. This study examines the effect of the Concept Attainment Model (CAM) based on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) on the improvement of students’ critical thinking skills and sustainability awareness in ecosystem learning. A quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group was employed, involving two tenth-grade classes at one public high school in East Lampung, Indonesia (experimental group, n = 28; control group, n = 29). Data were collected through pretests, posttests, and sustainability awareness questionnaires. Data were analyzed using normalized gain (N-gain), independent samples t-test, and effect size (Cohen’s d). Results showed that the experimental class achieved higher improvement in critical thinking skills than the control class, with moderate N-gain values (0.47 vs 0.37) and a large effect size (d = 1.12. Sustainability awareness improved more substantially in the experimental group than in the control group, with emotional awareness achieving a high N-gain (0.89 vs 0.52), behavioral and attitude awareness showing moderate improvement (0.61 vs 0.27), and sustainability practice awareness demonstrating lower but still higher gains in the experimental class (0.51 vs 0.31. These results indicate that the integration of CAM with ESD effectively enhances both cognitive and affective domains of learning. The study highlights the potential of this approach for fostering competencies that are critical to sustainable education and suggests its application across various subjects and educational levels.
Validity and Reliability of the Sustainability Literacy Knowledge Domain among Pre-Service Science Teachers: A Rasch Analysis Aldeva Ilhami; Topik Hidayat; Riandi; Siti sriyati
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32332/al-jahiz.v7i1.11550

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Sustainability literacy is increasingly recognized as a critical competence for pre-service science teachers in addressing global sustainability challenges. The availability of psychometrically robust instruments in the Indonesian higher education context remains limited. This study aims to validate a sustainability literacy instrument within the cognitive domain using a Rasch dichotomous model to evaluate reliability, validity, item-fit statistics, and unidimensionality. The assessment instrument was designed to measure the extent of sustainability literacy among pre-service science teachers. A cross-sectional survey design was employed, involving 144 students from universities in Riau, Indonesia. Participants completed a sustainability literacy instrument comprising 30 multiple-choice items, developed based on the Sulitest framework. Data were analyzed using the Rasch measurement model with the assistance of Winsteps version 3.73 software, focusing on item fit indicators (Outfit MNSQ, ZSTD, and PTMEA Corr.), reliability indices, and principal component analysis of residuals. The results demonstrated that the instrument achieved good internal consistency (α = 0.85), high item reliability (0.94), and stable person reliability (0.84). Two items were identified as misfitting and recommended for revision, while the remaining items met acceptable MNSQ and PTMEA criteria. Furthermore, unidimensionality was confirmed, indicating that the instrument measures a single latent construct of cognitive sustainability literacy. The validated instrument can be used by teacher education institutions to diagnose pre-service teachers’ sustainability knowledge and to inform curriculum improvement. Its distinctive contribution lies in adapting an internationally recognized framework to the Indonesian higher education context through Rasch-based validation.
Local Food-Based Mediterranean-Style Nutrition Education Improves Dietary Adherence, Sleep Quality, and Psychological Wellbeing Among Third-Trimester Pregnant Women Dwi Rahmawati; Wahyu Indah Dewi Aurora; Liani Styarsih; Andika Sulistiawan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32332/al-jahiz.v7i1.13067

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Maternal nutrition is shaped by cultural food knowledge and local biodiversity, yet these factors are rarely integrated into dietary interventions for pregnant women. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of a local food–based Mediterranean-style nutrition education program on dietary adherence, sleep quality, and psychological wellbeing among third-trimester pregnant women, and to examine the association between ethnobiological literacy and dietary adherence. A quasi-experimental pretest–posttest design was conducted in Jambi City, Indonesia, involving 168 participants (84 intervention; 84 control) selected through accidental sampling. The intervention group received locally adapted Mediterranean-style nutrition education for 30 days, while the control group received standard antenatal nutrition counseling. Results showed significant improvements in the intervention group, including increased Mediterranean Diet Adherence Screener (MEDAS) scores (6.1 ± 1.4 to 9.2 ± 1.6; p < 0.001), improved sleep quality indicated by lower Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) scores (7.8 ± 2.1 to 5.1 ± 1.8; p < 0.001), and higher psychological wellbeing measured using the WHO-5 Well-Being Index (46.7 ± 8.9 to 58.3 ± 9.7; p < 0.001). The control group showed minimal and non-significant changes. These findings suggest that nutrition education integrating local food resources with Mediterranean-style dietary principles can improve maternal dietary behavior and wellbeing.
Development of Electronic Student Worksheet Based on Problem-Based Learning With A Socioscientific Issue Approach on the Digestive System Material Adha Febrianti; Afreni Hamidah; Danial Mursyd
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32332/al-jahiz.v7i1.11596

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This study aims to develop e-student worksheet based on Problem Based Learning with Socioscientific Issue approach on digestive system material for grade XI phase F students. The method used is Research and Development (R&D) with the ASSURE development model. e-student worksheet products are designed to be accessible electronically through various devices and integrate interactive elements such as videos, minigames, and real-world problem-based materials related to social and scientific aspects. The development results state that the e-student worksheet learning media has been developed using the ASSURE model with 6 stages, namely analyze learner; state standard and objectives; select methods, media and materials; utilize technology, media and materials; require learner participation; and evaluation & revision and is declared very suitable for use with a material validation value of 95% and media validation of 91.66%. The results of biology teachers' perceptions with a value of 95.45%, which means it can be accepted to be used as a source of learning media. The results of small group trials obtained student responses in the very good category, namely 82.98% and large group trials in the very decent category, namely 88.31%, so the product is suitable for use. This study produced a product that can overcome students' difficulties in understanding learning materials, especially digestive system materials found in the validation process of material experts, media experts, trials with biology teachers, students, and the results of student learning improvements from pretest-posttest.
Microalgae Biotechnology as An Agent for Remediation and Improvement of Agricultural Soil Quality: A Systematic Literature Review Ismi Farah Syarifah; Rizal Maulana Hasby; Dimas Ario Setiawan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32332/al-jahiz.v7i1.11720

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Agricultural soils are increasingly affected by contaminant accumulation, nutrient imbalance, and declining biological quality, while environmentally safer remediation strategies remain limited. This study synthesizes scientific evidence on the use of microalgae as biotechnological agents for the remediation and improvement of agricultural soil quality through a systematic literature review approach. A total of 17 eligible articles were selected through PRISMA 2020-based screening and analyzed qualitatively. The synthesis focused on the application forms of microalgae, their reported soil-related functions, and the limitations and future directions emerging from the current evidence base. The reviewed studies indicate that microalgae and microalgal products can contribute to pollutant removal, nutrient recovery, soil amendment, fertilizer substitution, biomass valorization, microbial community modulation, and biological soil improvement in agricultural systems. However, the available evidence remains limited and is still dominated by laboratory-scale, greenhouse, pot-based, and context-specific studies. Overall, microalgae represent promising but still developing biotechnological agents for sustainable soil remediation and quality improvement. Broader field validation, long-term assessment, safety evaluation, and scalability analysis are still needed before wider application in agricultural systems.

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