Project-Based Assessment in Biology Learning: Enhancing Student Collaboration and Creativity
Keywords:
Project-based assessment; Biology learning; Collaboration skills; Student creativity; Junior high schoolAbstract
This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of project-based assessment in biology learning to enhance collaboration and creativity of junior high school students. The research method used is a quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest control group approach involving 64 eighth-grade students at SMP Negeri 1 Maros divided into experimental and control groups. Data collection techniques include questionnaires, observation, and assessment rubrics. Data analysis was performed using paired t-test and independent t-test. The results showed that the application of project-based assessment significantly increased students' collaboration and creativity compared to conventional assessment methods. The experimental group showed an increase in collaboration skills of 42.3% and creativity of 38.6%, while the control group only increased by 11.5% and 9.8% respectively. This innovation offers an effective alternative in making biology learning more meaningful and developing 21st-century skills for junior high school students.
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