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Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia (Indonesian Journal of Science Education)
ISSN : 23384379     EISSN : 2615840X     DOI : https://doi.org/10.24815/
Core Subject : Education,
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia (Indonesian Journal of Science Education) offers an interdisciplinary forum for the publication of original peer-reviewed, contributed and invited research articles of the highest quality that address different topics of science education with implications for improving and enhancing science education practices and theories. The topics involves biology, chemistry, physics, as well as some applications pedagogy and teacher development. The journal provides an invigorating and informative variety of research papers that expand and deepen our theoretical understanding. It also provides practice and policy based implications in the relevant contexts of science education.
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Articles 578 Documents
Creating and Validating a Chemical Literacy Instrument Aligned Sustainability Contexts: Construct and Rasch Measurement Analysis Hasanah, Samudra Mutiara; Rahayu*, Sri; Sulistina, Oktavia; Alsulami, Naif Mastoor
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia Vol 13, No 2 (2025): APRIL 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jpsi.v13i2.44678

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The connection between sustainability-based education and scientific literacy, particularly in the field of chemistry, is becoming increasingly significant. Therefore, a chemical literacy instrument needs to be integrated with sustainability contexts as a further development to equip students with a holistic understanding of the sustainable development goals. This study aims to create and validate a chemical literacy instrument aligned with sustainability contexts, focusing on atomic structure and periodic properties of elements. The instrument development process included item creation, content validation, and reliability analysis. The study involved chemistry education students from a university in Indonesia (N = 83). The instrument achieved expert validation with a validity index value of 0.95. Through Rasch analysis, 21 valid items with high reliability were identified, including 18 multiple-choice questions (r = 0.833) and 3 essay questions (r = 0.817). The instrument demonstrated effective distractor functionality, as well as acceptable values for the discrimination index, difficulty index, outfit mean square, and z-standardized. These results confirm the reliability and validity of the instrument in assessing chemical literacy within sustainability contexts, specifically focusing on good health and well-being. The instrument is recommended as a dependable tool for measuring chemical literacy in sustainability contexts. This research contributes to advancing chemical literacy to address global sustainability challenges
Gamification's Contribution to Creativity Enhancement: A Bibliometric Analysis of Empirical and Theoretical Studies in the Last Decade Krisanti, Galuh Dwi; Damarsha, Adrian Bagas; Yuliatin, Elisa Dwi; Hidaayatullaah, Hasan Nuurul; Suprapto*, Nadi; Saphira, Hanandita Veda
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia Vol 13, No 2 (2025): APRIL 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jpsi.v13i2.43886

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Many studies have been conducted on creative thinking and gamification separately, but there is still a gap in the literature that examines the relationship between these two concepts comprehensively in an educational context. This research was conducted with the aim of providing a more holistic understanding of the trending topics between gamification and creative thinking in empirical and theoretical studies, analysing the contribution of each author using the Scopus database through bibliometric analysis with the VOSviewer application. Based on bibliometric analysis, several conclusions are obtained that the results of the metadata obtained show a trend of writing that is growing significantly from 2013 to 2023. In the author collaboration network, it can be seen on the map that there are 8 clusters with the number of author items each totalling 1 item where each author has published 2 documents. From the results of the analysis, the topic of gamification for creativity is still needed and needs to be improved. United States contributes to publishing documents on the topic of gamification for creativity. For the form of publication, most documents are published in the form of articles. So for the right solution in improving CTS can be done by using gamification learning
Analysis of the Need for Teaching Aids in Learning the Concept of Work and Energy to Enhance Students' Understanding Prihestiyani*, Rini; Dewi, Novi Ratna; Sukaesih, Sri; Listiaji, Prasetyo
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia Vol 13, No 2 (2025): APRIL 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jpsi.v13i2.43879

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The understanding of abstract concepts such as work and energy is often challenging for students at the secondary school level. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of teaching aids in helping students understand these concepts. By using a qualitative case study approach, the research involved observations, interviews, and open-ended questionnaires to gather data from Grade VIII teachers and students at a Madrasah in Grobogan Regency. The findings reveal that teaching aids are instrumental in improving students' understanding of complex concepts like kinetic and potential energy, although their use is constrained by limited resources and budgets. Despite these challenges, students reported greater motivation and comprehension when teaching aids were employed. The study recommends the development of innovative, technology-based teaching aids and further training for teachers in their creation and use. Increased school support and budget allocation are essential to enhance students' learning experiences, particularly in understanding physics concepts such as work and energy
Implementation of The Merdeka Belajar Kurikulum Merdeka Curriculum to Improve The Quality of Prospective Chemistry Teachers Oktariani, Oktariani; Rochintaniawati, Diana; Riandi, Riandi; Nahadi*, Nahadi; Munawarah, Heli Siti Halimatul; Baruri, Andhika; Virijai, Febrian; Sari, Yelfira
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia Vol 13, No 2 (2025): APRIL 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jpsi.v13i2.43875

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Curriculum is a plan used to guide teaching and learning activities. This study aimed to identify the alignment of the Chemistry Education Study Program curriculum documents at University X with the merdeka belajar kurikulum merdeka (MBKM) policy, evaluate its implementation, and assess lecture and student perceptions regarding MBKMs impact on prospective teachers competencies. A case study approach was employed, utilizing analysis of curriculum document, observation of course, questionnaires, and interviews. Data collected through triangulation were then analyzed descriptively. The results indicated that the curriculum documents were aligned with the higher education curriculum development guide-MBKM, including the formulation of graduate profiles, learning outcomes, curriculum maps, and course plans. These elements supported prospective teachers in developing competencies relevant to field demands and enabled student participation in MBKM activities. The MBKM implementation in this study program showed active involvement of lecture and students in activities such as kampus mengajar and wirausaha merdeka, which positively impacted prospective teachers' competencies. Institutional support was a key factor in the programs success. However, areas for improvement remained, particularly in the use of innovative learning methods such as problem based learning, project-based learning, discovery, and inquiry to help enhance prospective chemistry teachers' critical thinking skills
Development of STEM-PjBL Science e-Books to Improve Creative Problem Solving Skill of Junior High School Students Rohmah*, Seffy Mufidatur; Rosana, Dadan; Mawaddah, Mutiara Ayu
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia Vol 13, No 2 (2025): APRIL 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jpsi.v13i2.43569

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21st century learning requires students to develop problem-solving skills with creative ideas. Identifying objects, formulating problems, exploring creative ideas and choosing the best solution are important skills in solving creative problems. STEM-PjBL learning integrated with the local potential of sand crackers is one alternative to improve their skills. The purpose of writing is to developing a STEM-PjBL model science e-books on temperature and heat material to improve students creative problem solving skills of junior high school students. The development model used is 4-D model, with stages including define, design, develop, and disseminate. The research subjects were students of class VIII MTsN 4 Kediri. Data collection was done through tests and non-tests (questionnaires, observations, interviews). The instruments used were product feasibility, validation sheet from material experts and media experts, instrument validation sheet, and practicality questionnaire. The results of the material validation and media validation are very good category with scores of 207 and 329 respectively. The percentage score of practicality questionnaire assessment is 93.9% and the score of the readability questionnaire assessment is 92.7%. The N-gain value of 0.46. It can be concluded that the STEM-PjBL science ebook developed effectively increases students' creative problem solving skill
Simple Practical Design of Making Purple Cabbage Indicator Paper as Acid-Base Indicator in Chemistry Learning Salutri*, Gesa; Muna, Laili Nailul; Pusfitasari, Dewi Vitama
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia Vol 13, No 2 (2025): APRIL 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jpsi.v13i2.42861

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The curriculum is the basis for implementing the learning activity method, and the practicum method can be one way to achieve learning outcomes. The acid-base practicum learning method in chemistry learning uses indicators to identify acid-base compounds. The indicator that can be used is the use of natural materials with purple cabbage. Purple cabbage has a distinctive color, namely purple, which is caused by the presence of a color pigment, namely anthocyanin. This study is a qualitative descriptive study with data collection techniques of triangulation data (literature study, observation, and experiment). This study aims to optimize the manufacture of indicator paper from purple cabbage, and to analyze the feasibility of its application experiment through curriculum analysis and learning outcomes. The methods used are maceration, anthocyanin test, indicator paper success test, indicator paper stability and durability test and analysis of learning outcomes. The results obtained are that purple cabbage indicator paper can be used to identify acids and bases effectively, especially strong acid and strong base compounds and can be used in chemistry learning to achieve learning outcomes. The stability and durability test of purple cabbage indicator paper can be used for 15 days of storage at room temperature.
Analysis of Creative Thinking Skill Profiles and Learning Recommendations Through E-Book Pinareswati, Arlina Dwi; Rahayu*, Yuni Sri; Yuliani, Yuliani; Satriawan, Muhammad; Ariwijaya, Toni
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia Vol 13, No 2 (2025): APRIL 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jpsi.v13i2.42783

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Creative thinking skills (CTS) involve sensitivity to problems, consideration of new information, and the generation of unusual ideas, as well as making connections to solve environmental issues. Several studies have shown that students' CTS in Indonesia are still relatively low. Therefore, this study aims to describe the characteristics of student's CTS in biology lessons, particularly in respiratory system material related to smoking habits, and to analyze the application of e-books in improving CTS. This research method is descriptive-quantitative with the research subject 37 high school students in Gresik Regency. The instrument used was a CTS test based on indicators of fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration and a questionnaire of students' responses. The analysis technique used was descriptive quantitative. Data from the CTS test results were obtained based on the score rubric and then categorized based on the percentage of CTS of fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration indicators. Meanwhile, students' questionnaire data were obtained based on a Likert scale and then categorized based on the percentage of questionnaire results. Research data shows that students' CTS in biology lessons are still low. Fluency and flexibility indicators scored less, the originality indicator was moderate, and the elaboration indicator was not creative. This research confirms that efforts to improve students' CTS can be achieved by implementing interactive learning media, such as e-books, in biology education
Do Students Use the Three Levels of Representation-based Visual Media Effectively in Constructivism Learning? A Focus on Battery Concept Putri*, Ananda Hafizhah; Suhandi, Andi; Samsudin, Achmad; Setiawan, Agus; Cotu, Bayram; Supriyadi, Supriyadi
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia Vol 13, No 3 (2025): JULY 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jpsi.v13i3.45929

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With advances in technology, learning physics must be supported by the use of media that are capable of representing physics concepts in macroscopic, symbolic, and microscopic. This study aims to explore students interpretation and response toward the three levels of representation-based visual media and its implementation in constructivist teaching sequence (CTS) about battery function in electrical circuit. The three levels of representation-based visual media consist of phenomena video, dynamic analogies, and microscopic models. The study involved 25 twelfth-grade students (14 female and 11 male) from a high school in Bandung, Indonesia. The content interpretation of visual media was qualitatively analysed through student worksheets. After the completing lesson, an attitude scale was administered to collect students response toward the three levels of representation-based visual media and its implementation. The findings of this study can assist physics teachers and researchers to develop innovative pedagogies that consider students interpretation ability to promote conceptual change learning
Utilization of Wetland Vegetation as Ethnobotany by the Community of Burai Village: Identification Study and Local Wisdom Hastiana*, Yetty; Anjelia, Bella; Sumah, Astrid Sri Wahyuni; Putra, Dani Jaya
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia Vol 13, No 3 (2025): JULY 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jpsi.v13i3.45269

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The utilization of wetland vegetation as ethnobotany by the people of Burai Village reflects the strong relationship between local communities and their surrounding environment. This research aims to identify wetland plants used by the community and document their ethnobotanical values. The identification results will serve as a reference for the development of science learning resources and support the creation of contextual teaching materials for junior high school students in Burai Village The study applied a descriptive qualitative method with field surveys, observations, and in-depth interviews with traditional leaders and local residents. Data were analyzed through identification of species, uses, and cultural significance. The results identified 16 species of wetland plants utilized for food, traditional medicine, handicrafts, construction materials, and cultural ceremonies. Species such as Hymenachine amplexicaulis, Melaleuca leucadendron, Nelumbo nucifera, Eleocharis dulci, and Nypa fruticans are essential in daily life. The findings indicate that wetland vegetation plays a crucial role in supporting local livelihoods, preserving traditional knowledge, and maintaining cultural identity. This study emphasizes the importance of integrating local wisdom into sustainable wetland management to ensure ecological and cultural preservation in Burai Village
The Role of Curiosity in Academic Outcomes: A Study of Junior High School Science Students Fadillah*, Rofi Wafa; Rahmat, Adi; Winarno, Nanang; Hanif, Norfazrin Mohd
Jurnal Pendidikan Sains Indonesia Vol 13, No 3 (2025): JULY 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jpsi.v13i3.45232

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In contemporary education, fostering curiosity in science learning is essential for enhancing students academic performance, particulary in junior high school. This study aims to explore the relationship between students curiosity in science learning and their learning outcomes in junior high school, focusing on three dimensions of curiosity: Stretching, Science, and Embrace. A correlational quantitative approach was employed, involving 147 students, with data collected through questionnaires, learning outcome assessments, and interviews. The results indicated that curiosity plays a role in improving learning outcomes, as evidenced by the average scores increasing from grade 7 (82.2) to grade 9 (85.8), influenced by the interactive teaching approach. However, despite an average curiosity score of 66.52, the correlation between the dimensions of curiosity and learning outcomes was found to be very weak (p 0.05), highlighting the need for more innovative learning strategies to effectively harness curiosity in the classroom