Development of Guided Inquiry Learning Model Based on Educational Games to Improve Elementary Students' Science Process Skills

Background: The low levels of students' critical thinking skills and science process skills in diffusion and osmosis material remain a problem in biology learning. This study aims to develop a student worksheet based on the vee diagram to improve students’ critical thinking and science process skills. Methods: The research employed a Research and Development (R&D) approach using the ADDIE model. The subjects were 11th-grade science students at MA Nurul Huda Munjul, consisting of 25 students in the experimental class and 25 in the control class. Instruments included multiple-choice tests, observation sheets, and questionnaires. Data were analyzed using N-gain and t-tests. Results: The developed student worksheet was valid (97.02%) and effectively implemented (90%). Students' critical thinking skills increased with an N-Gain of 0.41 (moderate), compared to 0.05 (low) in the control class. Science process skills also improved to 81.75% (high), outperforming the control class (53.63%). The correlation between critical thinking and science process skills was not significant (r = 0.298 < r table = 0.396; sig. = 0.149). Students’ responses to the student worksheet were in the very good category (85.33%). Conclusion: Thus, the development of vee diagram-based student worksheets on diffusion and osmosis material can enchance student’s critical thinking and science process skills.

Students’ worksheets, as learning material, is important to achieve learning outcomes. This study aimed to develop students’ worksheet, based on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics), on ecosystem topics to empower students’ science process skills. The Research and Development used 4D model by Thiagarajan. Students’ worksheet validity was determined by conducting expert appraisal consisting of instructional review (material and learning expert) and technical review (biology teacher). The product trial was carried out by testing the science process skills of tenth graders. The students’ science process skills were measured using pre-test and post-test, which then were analyzed using N-gain calculation. The results showed that the students’ worksheet based on STEAM was categorized as feasible (material expert) and highly feasible (learning expert and teacher). The N-gain score of students’ science process skills after using student worksheet based on STEAM was 0.5 which categorized as medium. It can be concluded that the students’ worksheet developed is feasible and able to empower the students’ science process skills.

Experiment-based research on the development of student worksheets (SW) in Science Physics has been carried out to Grow Students' Science Process Skills. This study aims to produce a valid, practical, and effective experimental-based student worksheet product. The research method used is the method of research and development (Research and Development). Experiment-based student worksheet development uses the ADDIE model which consists of the Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation stages. The students involved in this study were 32 class VIII students at SMPN 51 Makassar and 7 Physics Educators who joined the MGMP IPA in the city of Makassar. The research instruments used were expert validity questionnaires, educator response questionnaires, and science process skills tests. After analyzing the validation data according to Aiken's, an expert agreement index was obtained for scientific literacy-based worksheets of 0.79, an expert response questionnaire index of 0.80, and an expert agreement index of science process skills tests of 0.83 so that all three were declared valid. Practitioners' assessment obtained an overall percentage of 90.80% which is in the very good category. Meanwhile, in terms of science process skills, students who achieve mastery learning are 75% and those who do not achieve completeness are 25%. So that it can be stated that experimental-based worksheets in science learning physics are effective for growing students' science process skills

Science process skills (SPS) had a pivotal role in scientific investigation. SPS are very important to be developed in science learning because with the help of SPS students develop their thoughts to make discoveries using scientific investigation. In the 21st century SPS are needed in science learning. In Pakistan results of many studies showed that private sector institutes’ students were performing better than the public sector institutes’ students in the subject of science. Better performance in science is only possible when students have a high level of science process skills. The main purpose of this study was to determine students’ level of performance on basic science process skill and to compare the performance of public and private school Physics students in science process skills at the H.S.S.C. level. A Simple comparative research design was used to compare the skill level of students. In the present study four aspects, of basic science process skills (Observation, Communication, Measurement, and Relationship) were observed. Through purposive sampling technique two top-level colleges, one from the public school system and one from the private school system of the city of Rawalpindi, were selected for the study. For data collection researcher used an observation sheet and worksheet based on four experiments of physics at higher secondary school certificate level. Measurement of SPS was done when students were performing experiments in practical labs. t-test was employed to compare the performance of public and private school students. The result of the research stated that there was a significant difference in basic science process skills of public and private school physics students at the H.S.S.C level. The mean score of performance of public and private school students was observed to be good in the aspects of observation and relationship skills but still teachers need to improve the performance of students in the aspects of communication and measurement skills. Further it is recommended that exam system may give more weightage to science process skills so that students and teacher of science subjects may be able to concentrate more on this aspect of learning.

ABSTRACTThe authors' aim was to investigate the effects of the instructional intervention on science processes skills (SPSs) of seventh-grade students. The study was designed as nonequivalent control-group pretest-posttest, and it was carried out with 43 students. Participants were chosen according to the convenient sampling method. The authors collected data from the test of SPSs assessment, worksheets, or experiment reports. While the control group received a regular teaching approach over existing science curriculum, an instructional intervention by emphasizing SPSs via multiple types of practical activities was used to improve SPSs of the experimental group. Data obtained were analyzed both for inferential and descriptive purposes. The results indicated a significant difference between the experimental group's pretest and posttest scores related to the assessment SPSs. However, the difference between the control group's pretest and posttest scores related to the test of SPSs assessment was not significant. Despite the limitations of the study such as small sample size, lack of analysis of the long-term students' outcomes of SPSs, and no collection of performance-based assessment data from the control group, the authors suggest that the experimental group improved their SPSs via the instructional intervention more than the control group students. The study results also revealed that the students had several problems in using SPSs.

The importance of students' interest in learning is learning skills, so research is carried out to assess students' interests and skills in depth based on grade level and gender in a school so that interests and skills can be known in depth based on the indicators tested. There has been no research that examines student interest and science process skills in detail based on grade level and generation in a school. So the autor make this study with purpose to analyze how the interest and science process skills between women and men compare in science subjects and to analyze how the relationship between students' interests and science process skills with science subjects. This study uses a quantitative method with a comparative type. Quantitative research is a field of inquiry that stands alone, is scientific in nature and aims to understand social reality. The instrument in this study used a questionnaire and an observation sheet, namely a student interest questionnaire and an observation sheet for science process skills. Based on the results of hypothesis testing, research testing and data analysis, the conclusion of this study is from the T-test there are differences in the interests of female students and male students in class VII A and VII B. From the results of the T test for students' science process skills there are differences in the interests of female students and male students in grades VII A and VII B. Based on the results of the correlation test between interests and science process skills of grade VII A students there is a relationship between interests and science process skills between female and male students as well as in class VII B. Students' interest and science process skills have a significant influence on curiosity, learning materials and teacher attitudes, student observation and communication.

Development of natural science learning tools with guided inquiry model assisted by real media to improve students' mastery of science process concepts and skills has been successfully carried out. The purpose of this development is to produce a science learning tool guided Inquiry model assisted by valid real media. The development of these tools uses the 4D model (define, design, develop, and disseminate). Science learning tools developed in the form of syllabus, lesson plan implementation, student worksheets, science process skills instruments, and students' mastery of concepts. The results showed that the device validation process developed with the guided inquiry learning model fulfilled the content validation and construct validation. This suggests that it has produced a very valid device

This study aims to determine the application of learning science that involves science process skills (SPS) during the pandemic Covid-19. This research uses case study method with the research subject 5 science teacher and 15 students from 3 junior high school in Watulimo. The instrument of this study consists of questionnaire of teachers and students, with data collection techniques used were interviews, observation, and documentation. Results showed a decline in the application of SPS from learning offline to online. The decline is most obvious elements of the SPS integrated to formulating hypotheses, interpreting data, and conducting experiments with 1 of the 5 teacher respondents who apply it in science learning. These results indicate a low integrated SPS students. Factors that influence the low integrated SPS the term learning material used by teachers and not specific instruments to assess SPS. The results of this study as input for the junior high school science teacher to adjust the term learning material used to be used in online learning and special instruments to assess SPS (student worksheet that contain SPS material), so that students are able to develop.

In science learning, it is important to develop procedural and conceptual understanding, one of which is to train students’ science process skills (SPS) in the classroom. SPS is very important for every student because it underlies students’ ability to train thinking such as formulating hypotheses, conducting experiments and analyzing data. The fact is that SPS is still not optimally implemented during the learning process and is still rarely trained to students. The purpose of this study was to create the profile of students’ SPS which includes basic SPS and integrated SPS on thermodynamic topics through authentic PBL with STEM approach and formative assessment. This study uses a descriptive analysis of the results of observations and student worksheets. The Indicators of SPS are categorized into four, namely very good (score 4), good (score 3), not good with (score 2), and very not good (score 1). The results of observations during the learning process showed that students’ basic SPS had percentages above 68% and integrated SPS above 70.6% with both categories being good and very good. The SPS indicators that students tend to master well are classification indicators, while those that tend to be difficult are predicting.

This study aims to determine the influence of the Team Assisted Individualization (TAI) learning model on students' science process skills and cognitive learning outcomes. Employing a quasi-experimental design with a nonequivalent control group design, the research population consists of all tenth-grade students at Madrasah Aliyah Qamarul Huda Bagu, Central Lombok, with a sample size of 49 individuals. Observation sheets are utilized to measure science process skills, while students' cognitive learning outcomes are assessed through a learning achievement test. The data on science process skills are tabulated and categorized as follows: high (80-100%), medium (60-79%), and low (0-59%). The student's learning outcomes are tabulated and analyzed using covariance (ANCOVA) analysis to discern differences between the experimental and control classes. Implementing the TAI model in teaching effectively enhances science process skills and students' learning outcomes (Sig.<.05). The students' science process skills fall within the medium category. Successful TAI implementation requires meticulous planning, teacher support, and coordination among team members. Additionally, factors such as group size, students' proficiency levels, and available resources can influence the effectiveness of TAI in education. Hence, educators must carefully consider TAI implementation in the classroom to maximize its impact on student motivation and cognitive learning outcomes.

This study aims (1) to determine whether the guided inquiry learning model has an effect on the students' science process skills, (2) to find out whether the PBL learning model affects the students' science process skills, (3) to find out the differences in the students' science process skills. VII SMPN 5 Dusun Selatan which uses the guided inquiry learning model and the PBL learning model. The method in this research is comparative quantitative. The research design used was the Nondomized Control Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The instrument used was a test in the form of multiple choice questions totaling 25 questions and an observation sheet for students' science process skills. The research sample was students of class VII A and class VII B at SMPN 5 Dusun Selatan. The data collection technique was carried out using the observation method of students' science process skills and learning outcomes tests. The data were analyzed descriptively. The results of this study show that (1) the value of the science process skills of students using the guided inquiry learning model has an average value of 92%, (2) the value of the science process skills of students using the PBL learning model has an average value of 96 %, (3) the difference in the science process skills of students who are taught using the guided inquiry learning model and the PBL learning model, it can be seen from the results of the average value obtained that there are differences, where the PBL learning model has a higher average value than the learning model. guided inquiry. The learning outcomes of the guided inquiry class had an average score of 39 on the pretest and 68 on the posttest. Meanwhile, the average value of the pretest in the PBL class was 40.4 and the posttest score was 69.3. These results indicate that the guided inquiry learning model and the PBL learning model can improve students' learning outcomes and science process skills.

Background: Science Process Skills (KPS) are crucial in preparing students to meet the challenges of the 4.0 industrial era, emphasizing critical thinking and scientific reasoning from an early age. However, conventional teaching methods without adequate media assistance often result in passive learning environments. Innovative teaching models supported by appropriate media are essential to enhance students' scientific competencies. Objective: This study aims to compare the effectiveness of the Visualization, Auditory, Kinesthetic (VAK) learning model assisted by video media and Prezi software on improving the science process skills of fifth-grade students at MIM PK Kartasura. Method: A quasi-experimental design with a nonequivalent pretest-posttest control group was used. The sample consisted of 55 fifth-grade students, divided into two experimental groups: one group was treated with Prezi software, and the other with video media. Data were collected through tests validated for content and construct validity and analyzed using prerequisite tests (normality and homogeneity) followed by hypothesis testing with paired sample t-tests and independent sample t-tests. Results: The findings revealed significant improvements in students’ science process skills in both groups after the interventions. However, the video media group showed a higher increase in average scores compared to the Prezi software group. Statistical analysis indicated that video media was more effective than Prezi software in enhancing students' science process skills. Conclusion: The VAK learning model assisted by video media proved to be more effective in developing the science process skills of elementary students compared to the use of Prezi software. The results suggest that integrating video media into science instruction can significantly enhance critical learning competencies, serving as a valuable reference for educators in designing engaging and effective learning environments.

Science process skills are one of the skills that can develop potential in students. Science process skills refer to cognitive and psychomotor aspects, so as to create a meaningful learning based on student experience. Digital literacy abilities and students' science process skills are rarely considered in the learning process, so an analysis is needed to determine students' digital literacy skills and science process skills. This study aims to analyze the relationship between digital literacy skills and science process skills in simple plane materials. The research method used is a mixed method with an explanatory design. The research subjects used were 24 students. The research instruments were digital literacy questionnaires, science process skills observation sheets, and interview sheets. Data analysis techniques used quantitative data analysis and qualitative data analysis. The results of the Pearson correlation test showed that there was a significant relationship between digital literacy skills and students' science process skills in simple plane material. The researcher hopes that further research can determine the relationship based on gender.

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of using guided inquiry-based multimedia worksheets (LKPD) integrated with QR Codes in enhancing students' science process skills (SPS). The research employed a quasi-experimental method with a nonequivalent control group design. The subjects consisted of two classes at MA Darul Faizin Sampang: class XI IPA 2 as the experimental group and class XI IPA 1 as the control group. The experimental group implemented a direct instruction model assisted by guided inquiry-based multimedia LKPD, while the control group used conventional worksheets (textbooks). Research instruments included a 20-item multiple-choice test, observation sheets, and documentation. Normality and homogeneity tests indicated that the data were homogeneous (p > 0.05), meeting the requirements for parametric testing. The t-test results showed a significant difference between the two groups (p = 0.000). The effectiveness value based on the N-gain score showed a moderate increase, with a score of 0.68 for the experimental class and 0.34 for the control class. These findings conclude that the use of guided inquiry-based multimedia LKPD with QR Codes has a significant impact on fostering students' science process skills.

This study aims to develop a STEM-based Student Worksheet (LKPD) through Guided Inquiry to Improve Students' Science Process Skills. This research and development method refers to the Borg & Gall model up to the 8th stage, namely a trial use that has been adapted to research needs, namely developing LKPD and seeing an increase in students’ science process skills after using LKPD in learning activities, with research subjects in class XI IPA 5 and XI. IPA 3, each totaling 24 students. The results obtained are: 1) the validation of the LKPD that has been developed is "very valid" with the percentage of material experts at 82.36% and the percentage of media experts being 82.44%; 2) the feasibility of the developed LKPD is very feasible with a percentage of 95.43%; 3) The LKPD developed is declared practical because the response questionnaires from students are categorized as practical 4) the results of students' responses to the use of "very good" trials with a percentage of 87.33%; 5) The effectiveness of LKPD is seen from the achievement of students' science process skills with an N-Gain value of 0.78 or with a percentage of 78% overall very good and increasing in every meeting. It was concluded that the development of STEM-based LKPD through Guided Inquiry was valid and feasible and could be used in the Physics learning process to improve Students' Science Process Skills on Thermodynamic Materials.