Analysis problem solving skills of student in Junior High School

Abstract

This study to analyse the problem-solving skill on science learning in Junior High School. This study is a descriptive qualitative to analyse the result of problem-solving skill test. This study uses survey research method by using purposive sampling technique. The subject of this study is 80 students with low, medium, and high cognitive abilities according to the score of basic skill test upon new student admission. The instrument of the study uses five items of problem-solving skill test which have been validated and adjusted to several indicators of problem-solving skills. The result of the study shows that problem solving skill is still low in every indicator. The acquisition results of each aspect of problem-solving skills are 5.20% in identifying the problem, 57.60% in connecting the cause and effect, 47.10% in planning the solution, 37.60% in determining the relevant solution, and 39.10% in analysing the influence of solutions. In conclusion, the problem-solving skill of junior high school students in science learning is in low category.