CONCEPT MAPPING IN CHEMISTRY LESSONS: TOOLS FOR INCULCATING THINKING SKILLS IN CHEMISTRY LEARNING
Journal: Journal of Baltic Science Education (Vol.12, No. 5)Publication Date: 2013-10-30
Authors : Kamisah Osman; Wahidin; Subahan Mohd Meerah;
Page : 666-681
Keywords : chemistry learning; concept mapping; scientific thinking skills; vee diagram;
Abstract
The aim of this study is to investigate the combination effect of concept mapping and vee diagrams as thinking tools in Chemistry among some 360 secondary students in Indonesia. This study employed a quasi-experimental approach whereby students were segregated into three intervention groups: concept mapping, vee diagram and thinking skills embedded throughout the lesson (E1), concept mapping (E2) and a conventional approach (E3). Students were also characterized in terms of their ability: High (H), Moderate (M) and Low (L). Students' thinking skills were measured using a modified version of the Test of Integrated Process Skills (TIPS), which has been systematically justified in terms of reliability and validity. Analysis of findings reveal that the EI approach is the most effective technique in inculcating students' thinking skills. A series of follow-up analyses also demonstrate that the E1 approach is best suited for the high ability (H) students as compared to their moderate (M) and low (L) ability counterparts.
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