Science Learning Media Innovation: Plant Ethnophysiology Flashcards to Integrate Photosynthesis Concepts and Local Wisdom

Authors

  • Mellisa Mellisa Islamic University of Riau, Pekanbaru, Indonesia
  • Ibnu Hajar Islamic University of Riau, Pekanbaru, Indonesia
  • Yandri Waltriandi Islamic University of Riau, Pekanbaru, Indonesia
  • Riadatil Fitri Islamic University of Riau, Pekanbaru, Indonesia
  • Thidarath Paladkong Udon Thani Rajabhat University, Udon Thani, Thailand

Abstract

Science education in the 21st century requires innovative learning media that not only strengthen students’ conceptual understanding but also connect scientific knowledge with real life and cultural contexts. Integrating local wisdom into biology learning can provide meaningful learning experiences by linking abstract scientific concepts with students’ surrounding environments and traditional knowledge. In this context, ethnophysiology based learning media offer opportunities to support contextual and culturally responsive science instruction. This study aims to develop plant ethnophysiology flashcards that integrate photosynthesis concepts with local wisdom to support students’ conceptual understanding, enhance learning engagement, and provide contextualized biology instruction grounded in local cultural knowledge. This study employed an educational Research and Development (R&D) approach using the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). However, the development process in this research was limited to the Analysis, Design, and Development stages. Expert validation was conducted during the Development stage to evaluate the feasibility of the flashcards in terms of learning, media design, and material content, while the Implementation and Evaluation stages will be conducted in subsequent research. Validators consisted of learning experts, media experts, and material experts. The research instrument was a validation sheet, and data were analyzed using a Likert scale. The validation results showed an overall average validity score of 93%, with learning experts (93%), media experts (98%), and material experts (88%). Therefore, the flashcards were categorized as very valid and suitable for use in learning. These findings indicate that plant ethnophysiology flashcards have strong potential as contextual learning media to strengthen students’ understanding of photosynthesis, increase engagement, and foster appreciation of local cultural knowledge.

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26-05-2026

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Mellisa, M., Hajar, I., Waltriandi, Y., Fitri, R., & Paladkong, T. (2026). Science Learning Media Innovation: Plant Ethnophysiology Flashcards to Integrate Photosynthesis Concepts and Local Wisdom. Journal Of Biology Education Research (JBER), 7(1). Retrieved from https://jber-fkip.unpak.ac.id/index.php/jber/article/view/85

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