Development of Learning Concepts For Natural Resources Materials Teaching In High School Students

Abstract

This study aims to determine how the development of learning the concept
of conserving biological natural resources (SDAH) in high school students
through a community science technology approach (STS) with a roleplaying

method. This research is qualitative in nature, an analysis of the
development of learning the concept of conservation of natural resources is
carried out through the STS approach with a role-playing method related to
Aceh's environmental issues. A trial was conducted on a limited scale on the
implementation of learning in class X-4 with 34 students as a subject in one
of the State Senior High Schools in Darul Imarah District, Aceh Besar
District. Data were collected by classroom observation, interviews and
concept understanding tests. The results showed that the development of
learning the concept of conservation of SDAH can be done through the STS
approach with the role playing method, can increase students' motivation,
creativity in learning; By playing a role, students can place themselves as if
they were in a real situation so that they can instill roles, understand
concepts, can improve science and technology for the preservation of living
natural resources related to Aceh's environmental issues.