Simulation-Based Instructional Materials on Central Dogma of Molecular Biology: Basis in Studying Genetics for Grade 12 Learners

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  • Author(s): Cano, Junar S. (ORCID Cano, Junar S. (ORCID 0000-0002-6545-8915); Olvis, Paul R. (ORCID Olvis, Paul R. (ORCID 0000-0002-8336-8681); Disca, Berlita Y. (ORCID Disca, Berlita Y. (ORCID 0000-0003-4759-1613); Docena, Aida F. (ORCID Docena, Aida F. (ORCID 0000-0003-0498-9664)
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    International Journal of Technology in Education. 2022 5(2):249-268.
  • Publication Date:
    2022
  • Document Type:
    Journal Articles
    Reports - Research
  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      International Society for Technology, Education, and Science. ISTES Organization, Monument, CO 80132. e-mail: [email protected]; e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: https://www.ijte.net/index.php/ijte/about
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      21
    • Education Level:
      Grade 12
      High Schools
      Secondary Education
    • Subject Terms:
      Molecular Biology; Science Instruction; Scientific Concepts; Genetics; Teaching Methods; Concept Formation; Instructional Materials; Instructional Effectiveness; Scores; Science Tests; Student Attitudes; Grade 12; High School Students; Experiential Learning; Learning Processes; Computer Simulation; Foreign Countries
    • Subject Terms:
      Philippines
    • ISSN:
      2689-2758
    • Abstract:
      The essence of Genetics lies in the understanding of the concepts of Central Dogma of Molecular Biology. Although these ideas are fundamental to the field, they are notoriously difficult to understand and visualize. While simulation-based instructional materials are found to improve the teaching-learning process in science education, little has been done to assess their effectiveness in teaching and learning the concepts of Central Dogma of Molecular Biology. Hence, this study aimed to examine the effectiveness of simulation-based instructional materials towards the learning performance of Grade 12 learners on the concepts of Central Dogma of Molecular Biology. This study utilized a mixed-method approach. Results of the pretest and posttest showed that the learners demonstrated from approaching proficiency to advanced mastery level on the concepts of Central Dogma of Molecular Biology. Furthermore, it was revealed that the pretest and posttest mean scores of the learners on the concepts differed significantly (p<0.05). The result of the semi-structured interview revealed that the learners were engaged in experiential learning with the use of simulation-based instructional materials. An action plan was designed based on the study to utilize the simulation-based instructional materials in the teaching-learning process.
    • Abstract:
      As Provided
    • Publication Date:
      2022
    • Accession Number:
      EJ1343001