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Unnes Science Education Journal
Published by Universitas Negeri Semarang
ISSN : 22526617     EISSN : 25026232     DOI : -
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This journal publishes original articles on the latest issues and trends occurring internationally in science curriculum, instruction, learning, policy, and preparation of science teachers with the aim to advance our knowledge of science education theory and practice.
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Sosial - Pendidikan
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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.
The Correlation Analysis Between 4C Skill Components in High School Mobility System Material with GGE-JAS Learning Model Ma'rifah, Amriyah Ummi; Marianti, Aditya; Isnaeni, Wiwi
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.v13i2.11107

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This research aims to analyze the correlation of 4C skill aspects based on students’ achievement in each aspect through GGE-JAS learning model. This research was conducted at SMA N 1 Tengaran, Semarang Regency with a quasi-experimental model and a non-equivalent group research design. The data collection method used was with test and non-test instruments. The results of this research in critical thinking skills in control class had an N-gain result of 0.36 in the low category and the experimental class was 0.53 in the medium category. This shows a striking difference before and after treatment in each class, so that the GGE-JAS model was effective. After the implementation of the GGE-JAS model in the experimental class, the achievement of critical thinking indicators was 73% in good category, collaboration skills was 83% in a very colaborative category, communication skills was 74.8% in a communicative category and creative thinking skills was 71.32% in creative category. The results of the correlation analysis stated that collaboration skills had a significant relationship with communication skills with t-value of 3.22 while creative thinking skills had a significant relationship with critical thinking skills with t-value of 2.04. The conclusion of this research is that GGE-JAS model is effective to improve students’ 4C skills in the mobility system material for class XI MIPA SMA N 1 Tengaran, Semarang Regency and students’ collaboration skills are significantly positive related to students’ communication skills, while students’ creative thinking skills have a significant positive relation with students’ critical thinking skills. 
Analysis Validity and Readability of Local Potential-Based Textbooks on Plantae Materials to Improve Students’ Science Literacy Nashikhah, Khoirun; 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.v13i2.11349

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Textbooks based on local potential of plantae material can be used to improve the science literacy of students at the junior high school. The aim of this study is to analysis validity and readability of textbooks based on local potential to improve student’s science literacy. Data analysis was carried out to obtain scores of validation results by material experts and media experts as well as the readability of textbooks by students in small-scale trials. The results of expert validation questionnaire showed an average score for the aspects of material feasibility and media feasibility were 93.36% and 89.29% with a very valid category. The readability test results showed that the textbook had an average score of 71% with understandable criteria. Based on the results of this study, it can be concluded that textbooks based on local potential of plantae material can be used in student learning. This research contributes to the availability of textbooks based on local potential of plantae material. The research has implications for educational practitioners to help improve students’ science literacy. 
Implementation of the Problem Based Learning Model with Blended Learning on Ecosystem Topics to Enhance Scientific Literacy and Pancasila Student Character Khoirun Nisa Fesa Nugraheni; Rusilowati, Ani; Marianti, Aditya
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.v13i2.11706

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The Ministry of Education and Culture has changed the national assessment strategy from the National Examination to the Minimum Competency Assessment, Character Survey, and Environmental Survey to address the decline in Indonesia’s PISA ranking. This issue needs to be addressed by implementing a technology-based model that can be applied in education to help students develop scientific literacy skills and character in preparation for AKM and PISA. One of the recommended learning models today is the student-centered learning model, which requires students to actively participate in the learning process, such as Problem-Based Learning with Blended Learning. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of implementing the blended PBL model in ecosystem material in enhancing students’ scientific literacy and Pancasila student character in the experimental class and to assess the implementation of the PBL model with Blended Learning. This research is a quasi-experimental study. The research design used is the Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The study was conducted at SMAN 1 Kramat, with the research subjects being students from classes X1, X5, X6, and X8.The results showed a significant increase in scientific literacy and Pancasila student character in the experimental class where the blended PBL model was applied to the ecosystem material. The implementation of the blended PBL model was successfully carried out, as evidenced by positive student responses, with 68.86% of the questionnaire scores falling into the good category. Based on the research, it can be concluded that the implementation of the blended PBL model in ecosystem material effectively improves students’ scientific literacy and character can be successfully implemented. 
The Using of Padlet on Students’ Communication and Collaboration Skill in Immune System Material Meidina Rahmawati; Saiful Ridlo; Priyantini Widiyaningrum; Irsadi, Andin
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.v13i2.11824

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Several 21st century skills such as students’ communication and collaboration skills are also not well honed during the pandemic learning. Another problem that arises in learning, especially Biology, is the characteristics of each Biology material that has complex concepts and problems. This causes students to often find it difficult to understand Biology material. The immune system material that discusses the working mechanisms in the body makes it more difficult for students to learn and causes students to experience misconceptions. This study aims to measure students’ communication and collaboration skills on the Immune System material assisted by the Padlet website. Padlet is commonly referred as an online whiteboard that allows educators and students to convey and share ideas/concepts and thoughts in the form of text, photos or videos in real time. This study is a pre-experimental study with a one-shot case study research design. The sample was taken using the purposive sampling method, so that 36 respondents were taken from high school students in grade XI (Phase F). The data collection techniques for this study were observation, questionnaires and documentation. The results of the analysis of students’ communication skills obtained an average of 81.24%, and collaboration skills obtained an average of 76.69%. Based on these results, it can be concluded that Padlet effective improving students’ communication skills and collaboration in learning Biology on the Immune System material which is included in the high category. 
The Analysis of the Role of Science Subject Activator Teachers in the Success of Merdeka Belajar Program at SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Sidoarjo Sulistianik, Sulistianik; Sartika, Septi Budi
Unnes Science Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 3 (2024): December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/usej.v13i3.4739

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The purpose of this study is to analyze the role of the science subject teacher in the success of the independent learning program at the junior high school level. The research method used is a qualitative method of case study type. The research was conducted at SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Sidoarjo. The research conducted only focused on one science subject teacher at SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Sidoarjo. Data collection techniques used by researchers are questionnaires, interviews and documentation. From the data obtained, data analysis was carried out using three stages including data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of this study found that the science teacher plays an important role in improving teacher competence as well as in student learning activities for the success of the independent learning program at the junior high school level which encourages the growth and development of teachers and students in implementing learning in accordance with the independent learning program. From the research that has been done, a science teacher has a role for teachers and students to be able to succeed in the independent learning program at the junior high school level. Further research is expected to find other efforts by science teachers that contribute to the success of Merdeka Belajar program.

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