The Effectiveness of the Socio-Scientific Issues-Based Experiential Learning Model (SSI-ELM) to Improve Decision-Making Skills in Biology Education Students
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The SSI-ELM-based experiential learning model is a strategy that emphasizes experience grounded in the SSI context. The integration between the EL and SSI models provides authentic learning experiences related to SSI, thereby training students to develop effective decision-making skills. This study aims to test the application of the Experiential Learning model based on socio-scientific issues (SSI-ELM) in an effort to improve decision-making skills in prospective biology teacher students. This study uses a quasi-experimental method with Pretest-Posttest Comparison Group Design. The subjects of the study consisted of 129 students divided into two classes, namely the experimental class (n = 66) and the comparison class (n = 63). Research data were collected using test instruments (decision-making ability tests) and non-tests (questionnaires and structured interviews) to dig deeper information on the research subjects. The research data were analyzed using quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques to describe the data findings. The results of the study indicate that the application of the SSI-ELM model can improve the ability of biology students to make decisions with an effective category. The indicator of decision-making ability achievement in the experimental class (SSI-ELM) is higher than the comparison class (inquiry and PjBL). The results of this study recommend SSI-ELM as an effective alternative model for equipping biology students with decision-making skills.
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