Student Perception Of Biological Learning Activities Based On Information And Communication Technology
Deni Cendrianto (a*), Bambang Supriatno (b), and Amprasto (b)
a) Student of Biology Study Program, Graduate School, Indonesia Education University, St. Dr. Setiabudi No. 229, Bandung 40154, Indonesia
denicendrianto[at]upi.edu
b)Department of Biology Education, Indonesia Education University, St. Dr. Setiabudi No. 229, Bandung 40154, Indonesia
Abstract
This preliminary research aim to give description about students perception towards biology learning activities based on information and communication technology. This research used quantitative survey research method with deep explanation. The data collection used questionnaire and interview. The statements in the questionnaire were open and close statements, which showed positive and negative perception with 4 point Likert scales. Numeric indices of appreciation of biology learning activities based on information and communication technology were determined using questionnaire information from 58 students in tenth grade. The result show that out of 58 respondents, most of the express positive perception towards biology learning activities based on information and communication technology. The students positive perception towards biology learning activities based on information and communication technology activity implies can made them become more active in learning, most students said they didnt like learning that only listened to lectures from teachers, they preferred learning activities that involved them actively in learning and that the use of gadgets in learning made them more active in learning. Based on the survey results (56.9%) students do not feel difficulties in using ICT when learning biology, this is because they are digital natives who are used to using digital equipment.
Keywords: students; information and communication technology; biology education
Topic: Biology Education