Content Analysis of Scientific Approach and Problem Solving in the Topic of Salt Hydrolysis
Hilda Nita Pramesthi, Ashadi, Sulistyo Saputro

Universitas Sebelas Maret

Abstract

Abstract. Education in Indonesia currently uses 2013 curriculum as the media for learning. Students are expected to be more active, creative, and innovative in solving any problems encountered. The curriculum released in 2013 suggests that learning should apply a scientific approach. Problem solving is one of the learning models that conforms to a scientific approach. This study aimed to analyze the suitability of teaching materials with aspects found in the scientific approach, and the steps of problem solving model. The sample of this research was three book materials of class XI chemistry. It was used by some high schools in Klaten Regency. The analysis was conducted on three teaching materials that were coded X, Y, and Z. The result of the research showed that the compatibility toward the scientific approach of sample X was 50%, sample Y was 65% and sample Z was 20%. Conformity to problem solving model step sample X was 35%, sample Y was 50%, and sample Z was 10%. These chemistry book materials which used in the high school should be added according to aspects of the scientific approach and problem solving steps that have not been listed.

Keywords: Content Analysis, scientific approach, problem solving, book materials, salt hydrolysis

Topic: Teaching and Learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics