The Effectiveness of Field Trip in Biology Learning towards Students’ Increased Concern for Biodiversity Values

Abstract

Biodiversity possesses important benefits and values for life sustainability in the world. Students' concern for biodiversity has become one of important social competencies which should be cultivated in Biology learning. This research aimed to identify effectiveness of field trip method in Biology learning in grade X towards students' increased concern for biodiversity values. The research involved students of grade X SMAN 96 Jakarta during the odd semester of school year 2017-2018. The sample consisted of two student groups, grade X MIPA 1 (experiment group) and grade X MIPA 2 (control group). The research employed a quasi-experiment method with a post-test only control group design. Questionnaires on students' concern for biodiversity were used. Data analysis was conducted using independent samples t-test with α=0,05. The results of analysis show that field trip method is effective in increasing students' concern for biodiversity values.