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Development of Ethno-Virtual Reality Media in Biotechnology Project Learning to Realize Collaborative and Creative Skills Umami, Hanifatul; Sudarmin, Sudarmin; Wiyanto, Wiyanto; Fibriana, Fidia; Annisa, Uma
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.25603

The development of Ethno-Virtual Reality (Ethno-VR) media in biotechnology project learning aims to analyze its development process, characteristics, validity, and practicality. This study uses a Research and Development (R&D) approach with the ADDIE model, covering five stages: Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. However, the implementation stage has not yet been carried out. The research subjects were Class X-4 students at SMA Negeri 1 Randudongkal. Data collection techniques included interviews, characteristic and validation questionnaires, and teacher and student response questionnaires. The findings show that Ethno-VR media received an excellent rating of 92.10% for its content and cultural feasibility, integration with ethnoscience, alignment with project-based learning, and potential to foster collaborative and creative skills. The media was deemed highly valid, with material validation scores of 96.66% and media validation scores of 94.60%. Its practicality was also rated very high, with teacher response scores at 93.75% and student responses at 86.48%. In conclusion, the developed Ethno-VR media demonstrates excellent characteristics, high validity, and strong practicality, making it highly suitable for implementation in high school biotechnology project learning.

Development of a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Ethnoscience E-Module on the Biodiversity of Herbal Plants to Enhance Junior High School Students Critical Thinking and Environmental Literacy Nurmasitoh, Qonita Amalia; Sudarmin, Sudarmin; Ngabekti, Sri; Irsadi, Andin; Sutopo, Agung
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.25904

This study aims to develop and validate an ethnoscience-based Problem-Based Learning (PBL) e-module on the biodiversity of herbal plants to enhance junior high school students’ critical thinking and environmental literacy. The research used a modified 4D development model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate) involving content analysis, expert validation, and practicality testing. The e-module integrates local cultural knowledge with science learning through contextual material and interactive problem-solving activities. Validation was conducted by subject matter and media experts, while practicality was tested by one science teacher and 25 students. Results show the e-module received a content validity score of 90.34% (very valid) and a media validity score of 78.62% (valid). The characteristics assessment by three experts yielded an overall score of 92.69%, categorized as highly suitable for educational use. Practicality scores from teacher and student evaluations were 92.88% and 91.42%, respectively, indicating that the module is easy to use, relevant, and engaging. The findings conclude that the e-module is pedagogically appropriate, practical, and effectively integrates local wisdom into science learning. It supports the development of students’ critical thinking and environmental awareness and can be used as an innovative instructional resource in junior high school science education.

Development of STEM-Based E-Modules Integrated with Ethnoscience to Improve Creative Thinking Skills in Biotechnology Materials for Grade X Students Amelia, Suhaila; Khairuna, Khairuna
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.29502

Creative thinking skills are part of the 21st century skills that need to be mastered and developed. Therefore, innovative teaching materials are needed that can help develop creative thinking skills. This development research aims to produce teaching materials in the form of STEM-based e-modules integrated with ethnoscience that are feasible, practical, and effective for students and teachers. The instruments used are needs analysis in the form of teacher interview guidelines and teacher and student needs questionnaires, material and media expert validation sheets, and practicality sheets. Then the effectiveness sheet in the form of pretest and post-test sheets. Based on the results of data analysis, media validation scored 99.2%, material validation results scored 88.23%, teacher response questionnaire results scored 98%, and student response questionnaire results scored 93.26%. The effectiveness assessment resulted in an average N-Gain score of 0.83 which is included in the highly criteria. Therefore, it can be concluded that this ethnoscience-integrated STEM-based e-module is feasible, practical, effective, and can facilitate the development of students’ creative thinking skills.

Fostering Critical Thinking in Biology Education Through a TGT-Based Digital Interactive Module Fadillah, Neska; Adlini, Miza Nina
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.29543

The advancement of 21st century education demands learning media that not only deliver subject content but also develop students’ critical thinking skills through interactive and collaborative experiences. This study aims to develop a digital interactive module based on the Team Games Tournament (TGT) model for the excretory system topic to enhance students’ critical thinking. The research employed the 4D development model, which includes the stages of Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate. The Define stage involved a needs analysis through interviews, questionnaires, and curriculum reviews. In the Design stage, the module was created by integrating interactive elements such as videos, animations, quizzes, and problem-solving tasks based on the TGT framework. The Develop stage included expert validations and limited trials with 30 tenth-grade students, using instruments such as validation sheets, response questionnaires, and critical thinking tests based on Facione’s indicators. Validation results showed that the module was highly valid, with scores of 98.67% from media experts and 99% from subject experts. The practicality score was also high, with 97.23% from teachers and 90.67% from students. The module’s effectiveness was demonstrated by a significant increase in students’ critical thinking, with an average N-Gain score of 0.83 (high category). These findings indicate that the TGT-based digital interactive module is valid, practical, and effective, and it can serve as an innovative learning resource for improving students’ critical thinking in biology education.

Psychological Barriers in Science Education: Correlation of Science Anxiety and Academic Performance Muslihah, Fitriyyatul; Rahmat, Adi; Winarno, Nanang
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.20037

Science anxiety is a debilitating combination of anxious negative emotion and cognition in the context of science education. This study investigates the relationship between students' science anxiety and their academic performance in science learning at the junior high school level. Employing a quantitative descriptive approach with a survey-based research design, the study gathered data from 109 students aged 12 to 15 years old. The Science Anxiety was used to assess students' levels of anxiety across personal and environmental dimensions. The survey result shown that science anxiety scale scale among junior high school students is 2.31, which both of them considered as low category. The findings reveal a moderate, negative correlation (r = -0.509, p < 0.001) between students' science anxiety and their learning outcomes. This inverse relationship suggests that as students' science anxiety increases, their academic performance tends to decrease. Conversely, lower levels of science anxiety are associated with better learning outcomes. The results highlight the significant impact of psychological factors, particularly anxiety, on students' engagement and achievement in science education. Based on the students’ answers to open-ended questions, they are feel comfortable when learning science at school because of kind and friendly teacher. On the other hand, students who feel anxious in learning science when they found difficulties to comprehend scientific formulas. The findings provide valuable insights for educators and policymakers to develop targeted interventions and strategies that foster a more positive and inclusive science learning experience for all students.

Misconceptions of the 6th Grade Elementary School Science Textbook Maknun, Lu'luul; Dewi, Atika; Fakhriyah, Fina; Ratnasari, Yuni
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.21608

Science learning is learning that contains many concepts so that there is the potential for misconceptions to occur in the learning process. Science misconceptions do not only occur in students and teachers, but also in textbooks that are used as learning materials. This study aims to identify science concepts that contain misconceptions in the IPAS grade VI book. Qualitative description using a content analysis approach was used as a method to analyze the concepts presented in the grade VI IPAS book. The data analysis technique uses a reference to five types of misconceptions, namely misidentifications, oversimplifications, overgeneralizations, undergeneralizations, and obsolete concepts and terms. The results of this study revealed the existence of misconceptions found in four chapters related to science material in the IPAS grade VI book. The seven misconceptions that were found consisted of two misconceptions of overgeneralizations and five misconceptions of oversimplifications.

Exploring Science Teacher Prospective Misconception in Hydrocarbon: a Diagnostic Three Tiers Test Hayati, Muriani Nur; Riyanta, Aldi Budi
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.22026

Chemistry learning is considered a difficult and complex subject for some students and prospective science teachers. For this reason, it is necessary to know the understanding related to chemistry learning, especially on hydrocarbon materials so as not to cause misconceptions. The aim of this research is to identify organic chemistry misconceptions among prospective science teacher students regarding hydrocarbon material, namely the characteristics of hydrocarbons and isomers of chemical compounds. This research approach was qualitative using descriptive analyze combined with systematic literarature review and bibliometric. Determining misconceptions using a modified three tiers diagnostic test. The research subjects were 12 students and the questions tested were 10 essay questions. The results of the research showed that high misconceptions (81.2%) regarding naming, chemical reactions, isomers, and chirality, highlighting the prevalence of misconceptions in basic concepts. This research emphasizes the importance of good concept understanding to prevent misconceptions among prospective science teachers.

Development and Validation of a Research Skills Instrument for Students in the Context of Environmental Change to Support the Clean Water and Sanitation Goal Bariroh, Ghurrotul; Sriyati, Siti; Solihat, Rini
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.22730

Research skills are an essential competencies in biology education, particularly in understanding environmental changes topic. One crucial aspect of this topic is the effort to maintain the quality of natural resources, including clean water, which aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6: Clean Water and Sanitation. However, there is currently no specific instrument designed to assess students’ research skills, especially in the context of environmental change related to clean water and sanitation. Therefore, this study aims to develop a multiple-choice research skills assessment instrument. The development process followed the 4D model, which includes the stages of Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics to evaluate the validity, reliability, and feasibility of the instrument, and the results were interpreted to determine the instrument’s effectiveness in assessing students’ research skills. Expert validation results indicate that the instrument has a feasibility score of 82.55%. A field trial involving 63 students revealed that out of 26 test items, 13 were accepted, 5 required revision and 8 were rejected based on validity, reliability, difficulty level, and discrimination index analyses. Overall, the instrument is valid, reliable, and effective in measuring students’ research skills. Future research is recommended to develop more contextually relevant instruments that better reflect students’ research skills in addressing real-world challenges. Additionally, further validation in broader educational settings is necessary to ensure the instrument’s effectiveness across various instructional methods.

Development of Ethnoscience E-Module Integrating Sedekah Laut to Enhance Biodiversity Learning Luthfiyah, Firya; Haryani, Sri; Susilaningsih, Endang; Umam, Qo’idul; Jonathan, Adrovvy
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.23692

This research aims to determine the characteristics of Google Sites learning media integrated with Islamic values on Static Electricity material and its impact on the improvement of religious characters and critical thinking skills. The research method used is R&D with the ADDIE type. The research results show that the Google Sites learning media integrated with Islamic values on Static Electricity material is very valid for use. The validation scores from media and material experts were 4.38 and 4.42, respectively, with very valid criteria. The results of the data analysis show the N-Gain test results for 1 religious characters indicator with a high criterion and 7 religious character indicators with a medium criterion. The results of the N-Gain test for critical thinking skills showed 3 indicators with high criteria and 2 indicators with medium criteria. The results of the t-test for religious characters and critical thinking skills show a significant difference between the pretest and posttest scores. Based on the research results, the Google Sites learning media integrated with Islamic values on Static Electricity material is valid, usable, and can enhance the religious characters and critical thinking skills of the students.

The Implementation of Local Wisdom-Based Teaching Material to Increase Students’ Literacy and Numeracy Hasna Kurnia Putri; Ani Rusilowati; Supriyadi, Supriyadi; Widiyatmoko, Arif; Negoro, Ridho Adi; Teasy, Yoan
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v14i2.24474

This study aims to analyze of the availability of local wisdom-based teaching materials today, the characteristics, validity, readability, effectiveness, and practicality of local wisdom-based teaching materials on the topic of Sound Waves to increasing literacy and numeracy students’. The research design used was called research and development (R&D) with a product trial design using a quasi-experimental design. The research was conducted on students of 11th grade at High School at Bandar Lampung. Data analysis techniques using descriptive, percentages, normalized gains <g>, and t-test. Based on research data analysis, it was found that the results of the literature review using VOSviewer reflect that local wisdom-based education is not only seen as a cultural approach, but has also moved towards integration with 21st century basic competencies. Temporal visualization also shows a shift from a conceptual approach to the development of more applicable learning tools and learning strategies. This condition underlies the development of local wisdom-based teaching materials. The materials significantly improved students’ literacy and numeracy, with the experimental group achieving a high effectiveness category, <g>=0.70, compared to the control group’s low effectiveness, <g>=0.17. Statistical analysis confirmed the significance of the improvement, with the t calculation of 9,41. Practicality tests indicated a very practical rating from teachers (93.5%) and a practical rating from students (84%). The study’s findings indicate that the implementation of local wisdom into teaching materials represents a promising strategy for enhancing student learning outcomes and aligning instructional practices with cultural and educational goals.

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