Application Of Practicum-Based Project Based Learning To Improve Science Literacy And Student Participation In Elementary School: A Pre-Experimental Study on Ecosystem Learning in Grade V Students

Nurlena Andalia; Sri Ardiani; Evi Apriana; Ibrahim Ibrahim; Masyudi Masyudi

doi:10.56806/jh.v7i2.426

Authors

Nurlena Andalia Universitas Serambi Mekkah
Sri Ardiani Universitas Serambi Mekkah
Evi Apriana Universitas Serambi Mekkah
Ibrahim Universitas Serambi Mekkah
Masyudi Universitas Serambi Mekkah

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56806/jh.v7i2.426

Keywords:

Project Based Learning, science literacy, student participation, practicum, ecosystem

Abstract

Science learning in elementary schools is often dominated by conventional methods, resulting in low science literacy and limited student participation. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of practicum-based Project Based Learning in improving science literacy and student participation. A quantitative approach with a one-group pretest–posttest design was employed involving 34 fifth-grade students. Data were collected through science literacy tests and observation sheets of student participation. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ science literacy, with the average score increasing from 68.41 to 86.76 and an N-Gain score of 0.58, categorized as moderate. In addition, student participation improved as reflected in increased engagement during discussions, experiments, and project activities. These findings indicate that practicum-based Project Based Learning provides meaningful learning experiences and effectively enhances both science literacy and student participation.

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