Development and Validation of Research Skills Instruments for Pre-service Biology Teachers

• DOI: 10.17275/per.25.20.12.2
• Publication Date: 2025-03-04T13:30:28Z
• Authors: Febblina Daryanes; Siti Zubaidah; Susriyati Mahanal; Sulisetijono Suli...

Research skills are essential for navigating the demands of 21st century, as they allow students to become accustomed doing critical analysis in a productive context uncover knowledge and solutions boost their future career prospects. However, there still relatively few studies that develop research instruments. This study aims fill gap by developing validating We developed validated instrument using expert ratings biology education surveys. The survey was conducted on 408 respondents, namely pre-service teachers. Data were analyzed through descriptive analysis, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), followed Confirmatory (CFA) calculated validate confirm final dimensions newly instrument. series produces 22 statement items with four dimensions, Embark & Clarify (EmC), composed seven items; Find Manage (FM), consisting six Identify Generate (IG), Evaluate Communicate (EvC) five items. CFA results match proposed model observational data. indicate dimension best describes students’ is Communicate. has an adequate internal consistency value, indicating it can be used assess student skills. recommends evaluate students' produce graduates scientific