Peningkatan Keterampilan Literasi Sains Siswa Kelas VIII SMP di Padang

Abstract

The purpose of this Community Service Article is to explain the results of an analysis of the Science Literacy Skills possessed by class VIII students at junior high schools in Padang. This research was conducted in the form of descriptive research using purposive sampling techniques for sampling. Data collection methods include scientific literacy tests that have tested their validity and reliability, as well as interviews with students and teachers. Data analysis was carried out by calculating the average student scientific literacy test scores and using triangulation techniques to ensure the validity of the data. The research results showed that the science literacy skills of class VIII students at SMPN 1 Padang had the highest average score in the low category, followed by students at SMPN Ar-risale Padang and SMP Manjushri Padang. Thus, it can be concluded that the scientific literacy abilities of class VIII students at Padang State Middle School can generally be categorized as low.