MISCONCEPTIONS ON THE CONCEPT OF PHOTOSYTHESIS AND PLANT RESPIRATION FOR CLASS VIII AT SMP NEGERI 27 MEDAN IN SCIENCE LEARNING

Abstract

This research aims to find out the misconceptions that occured in the concept of photosynthesis and
plant respiration for Class VIII at SMP Negeri 27 Medan In Science Learning. The research method
used by the writer in this research was descriptive qualitative method. The methodology itself was a
process, principles, and procedures that use to approach problems and seek answers. The data
collection technique was carried out through the technique of giving a modified google form
questionnaire from a Denise journal questionnaire (2018) to several junior high school teachers in
the city of Medan. Interviews were conducted to find out more in-depth things related to the
misconceptions that occur in students on the concepts of photosynthesis and respiration. The results
of the analysis of the misconception questionnaire and interview data by teacher and students in
Class VIII at SMP Negeri 27 Medan were presented. Based on the results of the research and
discussion, it can be concluded that the misconceptions of class VIII students at SMP Negeri 27
Medan fall into the “misconception” category with the criteria of “low” on the material of
Photosynthesis and Plant Respiration.