Proteus as a virtual simulation to improve readiness and process skills in laboratory experiment

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the effect of using proteus as a simulation model to improve students' readiness and process skills in digital electronics experiment. The research design is experimental research using pretest-posttest group design. The sample is 40 students who were divided in experiment class and control class. The instruments used for data collection were questionnaires and observation sheets. The instrument is used to determine the readiness and process skills in laboratory experiment. Hypothesis testing is using MANOVA statistical analysis techniques. The results showed that the use of proteus as a practical simulation model was quite effective to increase the readiness and process skills of students in conducting digital electronics experiment. The gain value is 0.59 for readiness and 0.57 for student's process skills. The results of this study have implications for practical activities and learning in the classroom. Experiment activities can be carried out properly and smoothly.