The effects of multiple representations-based learning in improving concept understanding and problem-solving ability

Abstract

The objective of this research was to find out effects of multiple representations-based learning model in improving concept understanding and problem solving in electricity subject. This research used pre-test and post-test quasi-experiment design with control group. Samples were 184 respondents containing of 92 samples respectively for experiment and control groups. Data were collected using multiple choice and essay test. Analysis of data was done by using normality test, homogeneity test, independent sample t-test. The result showed that there was a significant difference post-test and normalized gain (n-gain) of concept understanding and problem-solving ability between experiment and control group. The application of multiple representations-based learning in electricity subject had positive effect in improving concept understanding and problem solving compared to traditional model being used so far.