Schrödinger: Journal of Physics Education

Gasing Game: Ethnoscientific Exploration of Circular Motion in Physics Learning on the Coast of East Sumatra to Build the Character of Perseverance

2024-04-03T10:25:08+07:00

Purpose of the study: The aim of this research is to explore the role of the traditional gasing game as a local wisdom in the coastal areas of East Sumatra in the context of Ethnoscience Physics learning about circular motion.

Methodology: This research uses a naturalistic type of qualitative research method. The subjects in this research were secondary school physics teachers and local community leaders. Data collection techniques use interviews and observation instruments (direct observation). The data analysis technique uses the Miles and Huberman model.

Main Findings: The findings of this research indicate that integrated ethnoscientific physics learning can make physics education more enjoyable, meaningful, and contribute to the development of students' perseverance. The integration of spinning top games into physics education not only enhances practical understanding of physics concepts but also has a positive impact on students' learning enthusiasm and character formation.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This research introduces novelty through serving as a cultural preservation tool for the younger generation and as a means to develop physics learning strategies oriented towards ethnoscientific physics. The aim is to build an understanding of the taught circular motion material and foster perseverance in students' characters.

Improving Student Learning Outcomes in Light and Optical Instruments Using Team Teaching Methods with Crossword Puzzle Media

2024-04-03T10:25:04+07:00

Purpose of the study: This research aims to determine the improvement in student learning outcomes regarding light and optical devices in class VIII junior high school through the team teaching method and crossword puzzle learning media.

Methodology: This research is a type of classroom action research. The subjects in this research were 30 students in class VIII A of Junior High School 2 Tuntang. Data collection techniques in this research used tests, observation, documentation. Data analysis in this research was carried out descriptively qualitatively and quantitatively.

Main Findings: The research results showed that cycle I produced 8 students with a percentage of 26.7% who completed the minimum completion criteria and there were 22 students who had not completed it with a percentage of 73.3%. Meanwhile, cycle II produced 26 students who completed the minimum completion criteria with a percentage of 86.7%, while there were 4 students who had not completed it with a percentage of 13.3%. This was marked by an increase in the results of classical completion criteria in cycle I which was only 26.7% to 86.7% in cycle II. The team teaching method used in combination with crossword media makes students interested in new ways of learning.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study explores improving student learning outcomes in light and optical instruments using innovative methods, including team teaching and interactive crossword puzzles. The integration of crossword puzzles into teaching materials provides a unique and engaging learning experience, enhancing students' understanding of the subject.

Increasing Activity and Science Learning Outcomes Vibrations, Waves and Sound Matter Through STAD Model

2024-04-03T10:25:00+07:00

Purpose of the study: In this research aims to determine increasing activity and science learning outcomes vibrations, waves and sound matter through student teams-achievment divisions (STAD) model.

Methodology: This research is Classroom Action Research implemented in three cycles, each cycle consisting of four stages namely planning, observation, observation and reflection. The subject of this research are students of class VIII B of Pabelan 2 Public Middle School consisting of 32 students of 16 male students and 16 female students. Research instruments include observation guide sheet, questions and documentation guidelines.

Main Findings: The results of the research show that the student teams achievement divisions (STAD) learning model can increase the activity and learning outcomes of Class VIII B students at State Middle Schools as evidenced by the increase in student learning completeness in Cycle I, 37.5% of students have completed learning, in Cycle II, 81% of students have completed learning and Cycle III 99% of students completed their studies.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This research contributes to research with a new foundation in understanding scientific concepts through an innovative approach using the student teams-achievement divisions (STAD) model. The unique findings highlight STAD's significant contribution in stimulating student engagement and increasing achievement of learning outcomes, bringing new nuances to science education research.

Positive Impact of the Local Wisdom Module on the Canang Kayu Musical Instrument: Building the Character of Love for the Homeland

2024-04-03T10:31:40+07:00

Purpose of the study: The aim of this research is to determine the effect of using local wisdom-based modules on students' character of love for their homeland.

Methodology: This research adopts a quantitative methodological approach with a quasi-experimental type. This research uses junior high school students who study vibrations, waves and sound as research samples. This study applied two main data collection techniques, namely a love of the country character questionnaire and a response questionnaire. student. Meanwhile, the data analysis technique used in this research is by conducting assumption tests and simple linear regression tests.

Main Findings: Based on the results of the data analysis carried out, it was found that there was an influence of the use of local wisdom modules on the character of love for the country, namely an RSquare value of 0.616, which means that 61.6% of the local wisdom modules had an effect on the character of love for the country. There is an influence of the local wisdom module on the character of patriotism, this can be seen from the significance value < 0.05. The significance value obtained is 0.009.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this research lies in a holistic approach that combines elements of music, culture and the environment in order to build students' character of love for their homeland through a physics learning module based on local wisdom of the Canang Kayu musical instrument. The findings of this research are a physics teaching strategy that is oriented towards ethnophysics.

Improving Science Learning Outcomes on Light and Optical Instruments Through Visual Methods in Junior High Schools

2024-04-03T10:24:51+07:00

Purpose of the study: to improve science learning outcomes about light and optical devices through visual methods (learning by observing and describing) in class VIII junior high school students.

Methodology: This type of research is classroom action research which is carried out in two cycles, namely cycle I and cycle II, each cycle contains planning, implementation, observation and reflection. The data collection method includes tests in the form of questions. Data analysis was carried out by calculating the achievement of learning outcomes for each cycle with an increase in classical completeness criteria, namely 85%.

Main Findings: The research results show an increase in student learning outcomes through visual methods (learning by observing and describing) on the topic of light and optical devices. This research was successful with the average score increasing from 57.85% to 65.18% in the pre-cycle, increasing 21.42% in the first cycle, and reaching a class average of 81.42% with 96.42% completeness in the first cycle. cycle II, exceeding the target of 85% for classical completeness.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The results of this research can contribute to scientific studies, especially on visual methods in learning in junior high schools. This research can be a guide for teachers to create interesting, effective and innovative learning, as well as increase students' enthusiasm for learning in science lessons through visual methods (learning by observing and imagining).