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TUNAS: Jurnal Pendidikan Biologi
Published by Universitas Nias Raya
ISSN : 27151999     EISSN : 28290909     DOI : 10.57094
Tunas: Jurnal Pendidikan Biologi adalah publikasi berkala sebagai sarana untuk menyebarluaskan hasil penelitian dan pengetahuan di bidang pendidikan biologi. Menerima sumbangan naskah yang belum pernah diterbitkan atau dikirim ke jurnal lain terkait pendidikan biologi dan ilmu biologi dengan topik: (1) pengajaran dan pembelajaran; (2) studi kasus, studi pelajaran, penelitian tindakan kelas, eksperimen, dan lain-lain; (3) kurikulum pendidikan; (4) evaluasi pembelajaran; (5) Media pembelajaran; (6) pengembangan bahan ajar; (7) manajemen sekolah atau manajemen laboratorium; (8) masalah/tren di bidang pendidikan; dan (9) ilmu biologi.
Articles 62 Documents
KEANEKARAGAMAN BURUNG (AVIFAUNA) DI AREA KEBUN GEDUNG SBSN DAN MA’HAD AL-JAMIAH UIN MATARAM Sukmin; Ditiyyah Hafidzah; Roshiyah Hilyatiy; Muhammad Zulhariadi
TUNAS : Jurnal Pendidikan Biologi Vol 6 No 1 (2025): TUNAS: Jurnal Pendidikan Biologi
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57094/tunas.v6i1.2982

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This study was conducted to explore the diversity of bird species (avifauna) in the garden area surrounding the SBSN Building and Ma’had Al-Jamiah at the State Islamic University (UIN) Mataram. A quantitative descriptive method was employed, using the Point Count technique—a method for recording individual birds detected either visually or by sound from specific observation points. Observations were carried out intensively over three days, during both morning and afternoon sessions, to obtain more representative data. The results revealed a total of 74 individual birds, comprising 5 species from 5 different families. The calculated Shannon-Wiener diversity index (H’) was 1.18, indicating a moderate level of species diversity. The evenness index (E), with a value of 0.74, suggests that the distribution of individuals among species was relatively balanced. Meanwhile, the dominance index (C) was 0.35, reflecting a moderate level of species dominance as well. Overall, the findings indicate that the garden area around the campus provides a relatively stable ecosystem that supports the presence of wild birds. Therefore, this area holds significant potential to be developed as a conservation zone and a biodiversity preservation site within the educational environment.
EXPLORATION OF THE HOMBO BATU TRADITION OF NIAS AS A STEM LEARNING MEDIA: INTEGRATION OF BIOLOGY, PHYSICS, AND MATHEMATICS Harefa, Darmawan
TUNAS : Jurnal Pendidikan Biologi Vol 6 No 2 (2025): TUNAS: Jurnal Pendidikan Biologi
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57094/tunas.v6i2.4080

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This study aims to explore the potential of the Hombo Batu tradition of Nias as a STEM learning medium integrating aspects of Biology, Physics, and Mathematics for junior high school students in South Nias. Hombo Batu, a traditional stone-jumping practice rich in local wisdom, serves as a real-life context for learning scientific concepts through direct experience. The research employed a qualitative approach with a case study design, involving observations, interviews with teachers and students, and analysis of learning documents. The findings indicate that integrating Hombo Batu into STEM learning significantly improves students’ understanding of physics concepts (force, energy, motion), biology (balance, muscle coordination, biomechanics), and mathematics (measurement of distance, angles, ratios). In addition, students demonstrated higher engagement, critical thinking skills, creativity, and collaboration compared to conventional learning methods. The tradition also strengthens students’ cultural appreciation and local identity, making learning more contextual and meaningful. However, successful implementation requires teacher readiness, adequate facilities, and involvement of the local community to ensure cultural accuracy. The study emphasizes that incorporating local wisdom as a STEM learning medium not only enhances scientific literacy but also fosters character development, creativity, and pride in one’s cultural heritage.