Journal of Chemical Learning Innovation

Mind Mapping Meets Classical Music: An Effective Strategy to Improve Chemistry Learning Achievement in Hydrocarbon Topic

Asep Sofyan, Moeketsi Freddie Tlali — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0700

Purpose of the study: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the influence of using mind mapping learning accompanied by classical music on chemistry learning outcomes in the topic of hydrocarbon compounds among Class X students at State Senior High School 1 Tapung, Kampar.

Methodology: This research uses an experimental method with a t-test design, where Class X-3 serves as the control group following conventional learning (teacher-centered), and Class X-5 serves as the experimental group using mind mapping learning accompanied by classical music. The data collection instruments consist of pre-test and post-test questions.

Main Findings: The results of the descriptive analysis show that the experimental class, which used mind mapping accompanied by classical music, achieved higher learning outcomes compared to the control class that followed conventional learning methods. The results of the inferential analysis, using homogeneity and normality tests, indicate that the study hypothesis is accepted, showing a significant difference in student learning outcomes between the two groups. The t-test results reveal that tcount > ttable (3.43 > 1.61), with an effect size of 14%. The use of mind mapping learning accompanied by classical music significantly improves student learning outcomes on the topic of hydrocarbon compounds compared to conventional learning methods.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study provides a new contribution by proving that the use of mind mapping learning models combined with classical music can significantly improve student learning outcomes on hydrocarbon compound material compared to conventional learning.

Optimizing Student Activities and Learning Outcomes through Problem Solving Models in Stoichiometry Material

Siti Jumaera, Olotu Temitope Blessing, Nyanjiga Rukondo — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0700

Purpose of the study: This study aims to improve student activity and learning outcomes by applying the Problem Solving learning model.

Methodology: This research is a Classroom Action Research conducted in two cycles, with each cycle consisting of planning, implementation, observation and reflection. The subjects of the research were 33 students of class XC of State Senior High School 1 Wawonii. Data sources came from teachers and students. Data collection techniques were tests and non-tests (observation, document review). Data analysis used qualitative descriptive analysis techniques..

Main Findings: The results of the study showed that: Problem Solving model learning can improve student activity and learning outcomes, namely 71.00% in cycle I increasing to 85.33% in cycle II. Problem Solving model learning can improve student learning outcomes. The percentage of student learning outcome completion reached 64.63% in cycle I increasing to 81.82% in cycle II. From this study it can be concluded that the application of problem solving models can improve student activity and learning outcomes on the subject of stoichiometry.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study offers novelty by applying the Problem Solving Model to improve student learning activities and learning outcomes in Stoichiometry material, which has been considered difficult by many students.

Effective Strategy: Talking Stick Cooperative Learning to Improve Understanding of Chemical Bonding

Sopiatun Sopiatun, Hassan Abdullahi Dachia, Vida Khojasteh — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0700

Purpose of the study: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of implementing the Talking Stick Cooperative Learning Model in improving the learning outcomes of Class X2 students at Rangsang 1 State Senior High School, located in Rangsang District, Meranti Islands Regency, on the topic of Chemical Bonds.

Methodology: This study is a Classroom Action Research. The subjects of the study were 38 students of Class X2 at Rangsang 1 State Senior High School, located in Rangsang District, Meranti Islands Regency, consisting of 24 male students and 14 female students. The instruments used were learning activity tools and student learning outcome tests. The data analysis technique in this study employed descriptive analysis.

Main Findings: Based on data analysis, the students' learning mastery before the intervention was 53.95, which increased to 64.74 in Cycle I, 73.42 in Cycle II, and 79.47 in Cycle III, showing a significant improvement. Thus, the data analysis results conclude that the implementation of the Talking Stick Cooperative Learning Model can enhance the chemistry learning outcomes of Class X2 students at Rangsang 1 State Senior High School, Rangsang District, Meranti Islands Regency.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study provides novel insights into the effectiveness of the Talking Stick Cooperative Learning Model in significantly enhancing student learning outcomes in chemistry, particularly on the topic of chemical bonds, within the context of a rural high school setting.

Stimulating Learning Motivation: Application of Inquiry Method in Chemistry Lessons

Nani Susana, Franklin Nwanya — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0700

Purpose of the study: This research aims to describe the improvement in students' learning motivation by applying the inquiry method in chemistry lessons for Class X at State Senior High School 1, XIII Koto Kampar District.

Methodology: In this research, the subjects are the students of Class X at State Senior High School 1, XIII Koto Kampar District, consisting of 41 students. The object of this study is the implementation of the inquiry method in learning. The data obtained in this study are qualitative data, collected through observation and documentation techniques. Data collection tools include tests, observation sheets for teacher and student activities. The research procedure follows an action study framework conducted in two cycles. Each cycle comprises planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. The success indicators are measured by achieving predetermined motivation criteria.

Main Findings: In Cycle I, the achievement of the indicators was only 16.67%, while in Cycle II, it reached 100%, meeting the targets set by the researcher. Based on these results, it can be concluded that the use of inquiry strategies effectively increases students' learning motivation in Class X of State Senior High School 1, XIII Koto Kampar District in the chemistry lesson on the fundamental laws of chemistry.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study provides novelty by showing the effectiveness of the inquiry method in increasing students' learning motivation in chemistry lessons, especially in understanding the basic laws of chemistry, in a high school environment.

Revolutionizing Hydrocarbon Education: How Concept Maps Improve Chemistry Outcomes

Erni Batu Bara, Majid Shabani Mahalli — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0700

Purpose of the study: Purpose of the study This is For know There is whether or not improvement results Study students in class chemistry especially on the subject discussion hydrocarbon with use map draft .

Methodology: Subject in study This is students of X Asy-Syafiiyah Air Tiris Islamic High School with amount student as many as 22 people. While object study This is improvement results Study chemistry in the main discussion Hydrocarbons . Subjects studied is lesson chemistry in the main discussion Hydrocarbons . Types of data obtained in study This that is types of qualitative data and quantitative data , which consist of from the result data learning and data on teacher and student activities . Data collection techniques in research This use documentation , observation , and interviews .

Main Findings: Based on results research , use map draft For increase results Study students on the subject discussion hydrocarbons in class X MA Asy-Syafiiyah Watertiris Kampar District , Kampar Regency makes student more active and improving performance students . Data collection with using post test , repeat daily each cycle and documentation . Author give number For every cycle , namely before action 59.00%, Cycle I 67.50%, Cycle II 81.50%.

Novelty/Originality of this study:Concept map-based learning methods revolutionize the way chemistry is taught, making hydrocarbon material easier to understand and apply.