Character values-loaded chemistry module development in redox reaction and compound nomenclature materials to improve learning outcome of high school students

Abstract

Several values came from learning sources are needed to support character-based learning. This research aims to produce character values-loaded chemistry module in redox reaction and compound nomenclature materials. The module contains various values: religious, intellectual, education, moral-ethics, economic (practical), and social-politics. This research adapted R&D with Borg & Gall model. Trial product was implemented for 30 grade X students of State Senior High School Banda Aceh. Data were collected using questionnaire, written test, and documentation. Analysis of needs showed that modules are limited which supported character-based learning. The results indicated that the module is very feasible to be tested for learning as shown as expertise assessment with 84.94%. In addition, the percentage is also supported by limited trial on MGMP chemistry teacher with 85.29% for module feasibility. After applied for learning, the learning outcomes of redox reaction and compound nomenclature were improved based on moderate score level of N-gain with 0.63. The students’ perception indicated their acceptance for developing module with various categories percentages, 39.51% strongly agree, 51.36% agree, 7.16% doubtful, 1.85% disagree, and 0.12% strongly disagree. Therefore, the character values-loaded module is feasible to be tested and used for learning because it successfully improved students learning outcome.