The Use of Concept Cartoons in Overcoming The Misconception in Electricity Concepts

Abstract

Electricity is a very important concept in learning Physics. Mastering this concept can make learning Physics meaningful and relatable to real life problems. However, literature indicates that students have poor conceptual understanding of concepts about electricity. The current research aims to improve Form 5 (aged 17 years) students’ understanding of direct current circuits by using Concept Cartoons Worksheets. Concept Cartoons are A single-group pre-test/post-test investigation was carried out using seven Concept Cartoons Worksheets designed to address common conceptual misconceptions about direct current circuits with a total of 30 physics student participants. The seven Concept Cartoons were modified based on the Concept Inventory Test “Determining and Interpreting Resistive Electric Circuit Concepts Test (DIRECT). Concept Cartoons Worksheets were used to correct students’ misconceptions about direct current circuits and to increase their level of conceptual understanding. The data collected were analysed quantitatively to obtain percentages, means, and t-test values. The descriptive statistics showed an increase in the level of student’s conceptual understanding after the use of Concept Cartoons. The t-test analysis reported that the difference was significant. The results show that Malaysian students do have misconceptions about electricity concepts. However, Concept Cartoons Worksheets are effective to overcome students’ misconceptions about electrical concepts, specifically toward current circuits. Concept Cartoons are not only effective in overcoming misconceptions among students, they are also refreshing and unique because of the cartoons presented while relating to Physics concepts that are abstract.

Digital Problem-Based Worksheet with 3D Pageflip: An Effort to Address Concept Understanding Problems and Enhance Digital Literacy Skills

“…This finding suggests that the PBL-based digital worksheet with 3D PageFlip used in learning effectively removes conceptual understanding problems and develops students' digital literacy skills in physics. This outcome is confirmed by prior research, which finds that worksheets can help students overcome misconceptions about AC circuit electrical content (Siong et al, 2023). The digital worksheet is employed with a cartoon presentation in the study to increase student interest in the digital worksheet.…”

“…Various efforts have been made to overcome conceptual understanding problems in learning, such as conducting simulation-based experiments, contextual learning, inquiry-based learning, and concept mapping (Resbiantoro et al, 2022). Overcoming many conceptual understanding problems is also done by worksheets that have been used in some previous studies to overcome conceptual understanding problems (Atasoy et al, 2011;Suyono & Sabtiawan, 2019;Wityanita et al, 2019;Siong et al, 2023). Worksheets are educational resources that can provide students with active and positive learning experiences.…”

Identification of Misconceptions of Human Sensory Matter Using the Certainty of Response Index (Cri) Method

“…In addition, teachers can use other references in the learning process, not only focused on books, and can use such as learning videos or other learning media. The use of appropriate and fun learning media for students can increase their interest in learning and minimize the occurrence of misconceptions in students Siong et al (2023) in this study, it was obtained that the lecture method was not appropriate for students. There needs to be a change in teacher teaching methods, such as using media in the form of learning videos of five sense materials that can make it easier for students to remember the material and increase their interest in learning.…”

Can Students’ Misconceptions regarding Decimal Notation be Eliminated with the 5E Model Enriched with Digital Concept Cartoons?

“…When the literature is examined, it is possible to come across studies in which concept cartoons are used for different purposes. Among them, there are studies that aim to structure ideas (Keogh & Naylor, 1996), make clear the concepts (Taslidere & Yıldırım, 2023), and remediate the misconceptions (Chin Siong et. al., 2023;Erdoğan & Ozsevgec, 2012;Yong & Lee, 2017) and use them as an assessment tool (Chin & Teou, 2009;Çavaş et.…”