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The Implementation I-SETS based Learning Tools to Improve Learning Outcomes and Problem Solving Skills on Ecosystem Material in MTs Lilis Erfianti; Ngabekti, Sri; Saptono, Sigit
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i2.8251

The research aims to identify the characteristics, validity, readability, and effectiveness of I-SETS teaching devices as well as improve learning outcomes and skills in solving ecosystem material problems. This study used experimental and control classes and then measured the results of the pretest and post test with the N-gain formula. The results of the research showed that the teaching device based on I-SETS has the characteristics of ecosystem material content that is integrated with Islamic values in the Quran and hadith and applies SETS learning measures. (Science, Environment, Technology, and Society). The results of the data analysis showed that in the experimental and control classes, the percentage of N-gain test results was in the range of 0.3-0.7 for MTsN Semarang and MTsN Salatiga with moderate criteria. There was an improvement in environmental problem-solving skills in the experimental class compared to the control class with medium criteria, as well as an elevation of attitudes toward the environment. Students showed excellent criteria. Based on research results, I-SETS-based teaching devices are valid and usable and can improve learning outcomes and skills to solve ecosystem material problems.

The Effectiveness of an E-Module Based on Socio-Scientific Issues to Improve Critical Thinking Amalia, Gina; Ellianawati, Ellianawati; Siti Alimah
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i2.4169

Technology in the era of the fourth industrial revolution is a trend that cannot be avoided and teachers are required to integrate the learning process with existing technology. However, this has not been implemented in many schools so students tend to be passive during learning. In learning, technology integration plays a role in increasing student motivation. Through a socio-scientific issues approach with problem-based learning syntax, students can develop problem-solving skills that are relevant to the real world. This research aims to measurement an e-module based on Socio-Scientific Issues with a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model on the ecosystem concept to improve critical thinking. The type of research chosen is the research design used a pretest-posttest control group design. Based on the research results, the effectiveness test, it can be seen that the SSI-based e-module can improve students’ critical thinking skills, especially in the aspects of concluding as well as conjecture and integration where the N-Gain value is >0.7 in the high category.

The Effectiveness of Respiratory System E-Module Based STEM to Improve Conceptual Understanding and Caring Attitudes towards the Dangers of Cigarettes in High School Students Anggraeni, Diah Arum; Lisdiana, Lisdiana; Parmin, Parmin; Subali, Bambang
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i2.7400

An independent curriculum is a curriculum that requires active students. One way to make students active is through respiratory system e-module based STEM. This research aims to measure the validity, readability, and effectiveness of respiratory system e-module based STEM to improve conceptual understanding and caring attitudes towards the dangers of smoking in high school students. Large-scale tests are carried out in classes XI SMA Negeri 1 Payung as much 70 students and SMA Negeri 1 Pulau Besar as much 50 students by using the results of conceptual understanding and assessing caring attitudes towards the dangers of smoking. The results of students’ conceptual understanding showed that average N-gain of 0.45 in the medium category. The assessment score for caring about the dangers of smoking among students obtained an average percentage score of 96.5% in the very good category. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the respiratory system e-module based STEM developed is valid and effective to improving conceptual understanding and caring attitudes towards the dangers of smoking in class XI.

Analysis of the Validity and Readability of Google Sites Learning Media with a STEM Approach on Mutation Material to Improve Student Critical Thinking Skills Nurussalma, Syafina; Yuniastuti, Ari; Mustikaningtyas, Dewi; Parmin, Parmin
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i2.8364

The use of technology is currently relevant to the implementation of the ‘Merdeka Belajar’ Curriculum, but has an impact on students' critical thinking skills and learning media needs. This means that educators need to provide innovation in learning that is linked to technology. This study purpose to analyze the validity and readability of Google Sites learning media with a STEM approach to mutation material. This study used research and development (R&D) methods but was limited to the implementation stage, namely small-scale testing. A small-scale trial was carried out on 20 students of class XII MIPA 2 at Gemuh 1 Senior High School. The instruments used in this study were validation sheets and media readability questionnaires. Product validity criteria are seen from the validator's assessment. Criteria for media readability are seen from the results of student questionnaires. The study results show that the validity of the media was declared very valid based on the assessment of media experts at 96% and material experts at 93.56%. The media readability value was declared very good based on student assessments of 88.64%, so it has the potential to improve high school students' critical thinking skills.

Effectiveness of Creative Problem Solving (CPS) - STEM Learning Model on Students’ Computational Thinking and Digital Literacy Skills in Biotechnology Material Indriani, Betty; Saptono, Sigit; Mustikaningtyas, Dewi; Yuniastuti, Ari
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i2.8971

Computational Thinking (CT) and digital literacy are skills students must possess to adapt and survive amidst the current technological advancements. One way to enhance students’ CT and digital literacy skills is through innovative learning models that align with the material being taught. Biotechnology is one of the subjects that students need to master in Phase E of the Merdeka Curriculum. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the CPS-STEM learning model on students’ CT and digital literacy skills in biotechnology material. This research was conducted from April to May in the 2023/2024 academic year at three high schools in the Kayen, with a total population of 891 students. The sample used in this study was calculated using the Slovin formula, its 8 classes consisting of 2 control groups (72 students) and 2 experimental groups (217 students). This study is a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test group design. The STEM approach is integrated with CPS syntax outlined in the teaching module and assisted with student worksheets. CT skills were measured using post-test instruments, while digital literacy skills were measured using questionnaire. Data analysis was conducted to determine the effectiveness of the CPS-STEM learning model on CT skills, calculated using the N Gain test, while digital literacy skills were measured using a Likert scale. The results showed that the CPS-STEM was effective to improve CT skills in the medium category (0.40), whereas the direct instructional learning model was not effective in enhancing CT skills. This study also showed that the CPS-STEM learning model was effective in enhancing digital literacy skills with a percentage increase of 15.25%

Analysis Validity and Readability of STEM-Based Virtual Laboratory Lab Gene Learning Media on Modern Biotechnology Materials to Improve Science Literacy of High School Students Sholeha, Siti; Rahayu, Enni Suwarsi; Yuniastuti, Ari; Rusilowati, Ani
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i2.9363

The Learning based on the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum allows students to be more independent in choosing their learning resources. Modern biotechnology practicum is often not carried out due to expensive tools and materials, and is usually incomplete. Teachers tend to only focus on the application of conventional biotechnology, and do not explore modern biotechnology. In addition, the science literacy skills of students in schools are still low, and there is no virtual laboratory learning media that can be used by students to improve understanding of modern biotechnology concepts for understanding biological technology innovation in CP phase F. This study aims to test the validity and openness test of STEM-based Lab Gene virtual laboratory learning media on modern biotechnology material. Data analysis was conducted to measure the validity and readability of the learning media. The results showed that the validity value of Lab Gene was declared valid with a value of 90.10% or including a very high category (very valid) by material experts and 83.75% or including a very high category (very valid) by media experts. Meanwhile, the results of media readability (rumpang analysis) by 9 students at SMAN 1 Sumber obtained 89.03% with a very good category. Based on the research results, it is known that the STEM-based Lab Gene virtual laboratory is said to be valid and has good readability. Lab Gene virtual laboratory learning media is feasible to be implemented in schools to improve students’ science literacy.

The Effectiveness of E-booklet Ungaran Mountain Natural Dyeing Plants as A Supplement for Angiosperm Sub Matter to Improve Student’s Scientific Literacy Abilities Hidayat, Muhammad Syarif; Rahayu, Enni Suwarsi; Rahayuningsih, Margareta
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i2.9638

Biology learning media is needed in school learning, so Biology teachers must prepare for the media needs. One material that requires additional learning media is plant material. The learning media is expected to complement the books used in schools. This research aims to: 1) Identify types of natural dye plants on Mount Ungaran, especially Ngesrepbalong Village, Limbangan District, Kendal Regency. 2) Analyzing the effectiveness of E-booklets in increasing students’ scientific literacy on Plantae material. 3) Analyze the practicality of E-booklets as a learning medium for Plantae material. The method of data collection techniques use interviews, observation, and questionnaires. The analysis data used N-gain. Based on the results of analysis and research, it shows: 1) There are 19 species of natural dye plants identified on Mount Ungaran, especially in Ngesrepbalong Village, Limbangan District, Kendal Regency. 2) E-booklets are effectively used in biology learning. 3) E-booklets are practically used in biology learning. The results of this research can be used as a reference for developing other media in learning Plantae material.

Analysis Validity, Readability, and Practicality of the Ecosystem E-Booklet Based on the Local Potential of Grogolan Spring to Improve Students’ Critical Thinking Ability Nur Rohmah Tria Romadhoni; Alimah, Siti; Ellianawati, Ellianawati
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i2.9856

This study aims to analyze the validity, readability, and practicallity of e-booklet on ecosystem material based on the local potential of the Grogolan spring in Bojonegoro which can improve students’ critical thinking skills through contextual learning. Contextual learning is considered important as it allows students to learn in a real-world context and experience firsthand what they are learning, rather than just reading and memorizing material. The local potential-based e-booklet is expected to make the material more meaningful and relevant to students, thereby improving their critical thinking skills. The subject of the study was a grade X student at Tambakrejo High School. Data analysis included the validity, readability, and practicality of the e-booklet. The research results showed that (1) The e-booklet contain specific information about ecosystem materials that utilize the local potential of Grogolan Spring in Bojonegoro, which is used as a learning resource. (2) The validity of the e-booklet, based on expert assessments, obtained an average score of 95.4% for material assessment and 93% for media assessment, both categorized as very valid, the small-scale readability test by teachers obtained an average score of 94.5% and by students an average score of 88.3%, both in the very good category. (3) The practicality assessment of using the local potential-based e-booklet obtained a score of 95.5% by teachers and 84.3% by students, both showing very practical categories. Based on the researach, it can be concluded that the local potential-based e-booklet is declared feasible, potentially to improve the critical thinking skills of high school learners.

Effectiveness of Differentiated Digital Student Worksheets Based on Socio-Scientific Issues to Improve Students’ Science Literacy Qalfin, Moh.; Saptono, Sigit; Ellianawati, Ellianawati; Novi Ratna Dewi
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i2.10030

The purpose of the study was to determine the effectiveness of differentiated digital student worksheets based on socioscientific issues to improve students’ science literacy. The research employed a quasi-experimental design. The population was all students of class VII MTs N 1 Purbalingga in the 2023/2024 academic year. The sample was taken using the cluster random sampling technique and class VII A was selected as the experimental class and class VII D as the control class. The data collection instrument used a science literacy test. The data analysis technique in this research was carried out using quantitative description. The results of the research show that digital student worksheets are proven to be effective in increasing scientific literacy as seen from the average N-gain in the experimental class of 0,582 in the moderate category, higher than the control class of 0,323 in the moderate category. The results of the independent sample t-test are 0,001 < 0,05, which means there is a significant difference in increasing scientific literacy between the experimental and control classes. It can be concluded that SSI-based differentiated digital student worksheets are effective in increasing the scientific literacy of junior high school students.

The Effectiveness of the SATUSIK Application to Improve Learning Motivation and Mastery of the Concept of Junior High School Digestive System Material Nuryanti, Novi; Marianti, Aditya; Christijanti, Wulan
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i2.10783

Learning media plays a very important role in the learning process, especially in the digital era. Students are used to using technology in their daily activities, so it is necessary to get used to using technology as well as in learning. Based on the results of initial observations conducted in 5 schools, it is known that the motivation to learn and mastery of the concept of grade VIII students is still relatively low, so learning media that can train these skills to students is needed. The purpose of this research is to analysis the effectiveness of SATUSIK Application to increase students’ motivation to learn and master concepts. The test subjects in this study are students of grade VIII MTs Darul Ulum Semarang and SMP N 2 Tengaran for the 2023/2024 academic year. The data analysis techniques used include analysis of learning motivation and concept mastery using the N-gain test. The mastery of the concept is also determined by the success of students in achieving scores above the Minimum Completeness Criteria (KKM). The results of the study showed that the effectiveness of the SATUSIK Application on students’ learning motivation was seen from the N-gain score of 0.84 with high criteria. The effectiveness of the SATUSIK Application on the mastery of concepts was seen from 86% of students were able to pass the KKM and after being tested N-gain got a score of 0.72 with a high category.

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