Enhancing Learning Achievement and Experimental Skills Through the 5Es Inquiry Learning Process Combined with Scientific Experiment on Purification

Abstract

           This classroom action research aimed to improve the learning achievement and experimental skills on the topic of Purification among Grade 8 students to meet a minimum criterion of 70%. The study employed the 5Es Inquiry Learning Process combined with Scientific Experiments. The target group consisted of nine Grade 8 students from Srisawatwittaya Municipal School, selected through purposive sampling. This research conducted a total of two cycles of operations. The research tools included a 5Es Inquiry Learning Process combined with Scientific Experiments lesson plans, an achievement test, an experimental skills observation form and semi-structured interview form. The data were analyzed by using mean, standard deviation and percentage.

            The research findings revealed that after the final cycle of operations, there were six students achieved scores met the 70% criterion in academic performance, representing 66.67% of the target group. Additionally, seven students met the 70% criterion in experimental skills, accounting for 77.78% of the target group. The findings from this action research indicated an improvement of students' academic performance and experimental skills. The 5Es inquiry-based learning process combined with scientific experiments, facilitated learning through practice. This approach not only improved comprehension but also simultaneously enhances students' scientific process skills, particularly in conducting experiments.