Rike Nurvermadi, Maison Maison, Hebat Shidow Falah

GENIALLY BASED LEARNING MEDIA USING POSNER'S CONCEPTUAL CHANGE THEORY TO ADDRESS MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT HEAT

Introduction

Genially based learning media using posner's conceptual change theory to address misconceptions about heat. Develops Genially-based learning media using Posner's conceptual change theory to effectively address misconceptions about heat in physics students, showing significant reduction.

Abstract

This research aims to develop Genially based learning media and refers to Posner’s theory of conceptual change to address misconceptions about heat. This development research refers to the 4D model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate), with respondents of SMA Negeri 2 Tanjung Jabung Barat class XI IPA students who have studied heat material. The research instruments include a five-tier diagnostic test, materials, and media expert validation sheets. Based on validation by media and materials experts, the developed product achieved excellent results, with an average score of 91.96% for media experts and 90.18% for materials experts, respectively. The effectiveness test using the Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Test method showed a significant decrease in misconceptions, with a significance value of p = 0.010 (<0.005). The novelty of this research lies in the development of Genially-based learning media, combined with Posner’s Conceptual Change Theory, to reduce misconceptions specifically in heat-related material. The implication of this research shows that this media is not only effective in reducing misconceptions but also has the potential to be applied more widely in digital literacy-based physics learning, as well as a reference for developing similar media on other materials that are prone to misconceptions.

Review

This research presents a compelling approach to address a persistent challenge in science education: student misconceptions, specifically concerning heat. The authors propose a novel combination of Genially-based learning media with Posner's Conceptual Change Theory, a theoretically sound framework for promoting deeper understanding. The initial validation by both media and materials experts, yielding impressively high average scores of 91.96% and 90.18% respectively, strongly supports the quality and pedagogical soundness of the developed learning resource. This robust expert endorsement, coupled with the clear statement of novelty in integrating these two components for heat-related material, positions the study as a valuable contribution to the field of educational technology and physics pedagogy. The study's methodology, employing a 4D model for development, appears systematic and appropriate for creating educational materials. The effectiveness test, utilizing a five-tier diagnostic test and analyzed with the Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Test, yielded a statistically significant decrease in misconceptions (p = 0.010). This result is encouraging and suggests that the Genially-based media, guided by Posner's theory, is indeed effective in its primary objective. However, the abstract could benefit from providing more context regarding the sample size of the students involved in the effectiveness test, as this would further solidify the interpretability and generalizability of the significant statistical finding. Additionally, while the "significant decrease" is positive, the magnitude of this decrease or specific examples of misconceptions successfully addressed would offer richer insights into the media's impact. In conclusion, this research offers a promising and well-validated solution for tackling heat-related misconceptions, leveraging modern digital tools within a strong theoretical framework. The stated implications are significant, suggesting the media's potential for broader application in digital literacy-based physics learning and as a template for developing similar interventions for other misconception-prone topics. The work lays a strong foundation for future research, particularly in exploring the long-term retention of conceptual change achieved through this media and its adaptability across diverse educational settings. Overall, it represents a valuable contribution to both educational technology and science education literature.

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