Improving basic science process skills through ınquiry-based approach in learning science for early elementary students

Trisna  Mulyenı; Martini  Jamarıs; Yetti  Suprıyatı

doi:10.36681/

Authors

Trisna Mulyenı Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Jakarta - INDONESIA
Martini Jamarıs Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Jakarta - INDONESIA
Yetti Suprıyatı Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Jakarta - INDONESIA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36681/

Keywords:

Science process skills, inquiry-based approach, 5E model, science teaching, early elementary

Abstract

The aim of the study was to examine the improvement of basic science process skills among second graders in science learning through an inquiry-based approach. The participants were 23 students from a second graders class. Participants were with the age around seven years old. The 5E model of inquirybased approach was used to teach science. Mixed method approach used in the study. The qualitative data were collected through classroom observation, teacher interviews, and students’ works. The quantitative data were collected from performance tests measured by using a rating scale instrument. The improvement of basic science process skills were examined through descriptive statistic and t-tests. The study showed that the basic science process skills improved after the intervention of learning. The study also revealed the factors contributed to the inquiry-based approach of science learning to develop the basic science process skills, such as the use of worksheets, singing a song, and the interactions with both peers and teacher.

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