Implementation of Free Inquiry Learning Model to Establish 21st Century Skills N Muspiroh (2), M Umami (2) and D C Sahrir(1)
1)Departemen Pendidikan Biologi, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Jl. Dr. Setia Budhi No. 229, Bandung 40154, Indonesia
2)Jurusan Tadris Biologi, FITK IAIN Syekh Nurjati Cirebon, Jl. Perjuangan, Kesambi Cirebon, Jawa Barat, 45132, Indonesia
Abstract
Free inquiry learning model through field trip activity on Invertebrate Zoology and Macro algae courses for prospective biology teachers need to be done, as efforts to establish 21st century skills to compete in globalization era. The skills in the 21st century include three domains of competence: cognitive, interpersonal, and intrapersonal. The research purpose to describe cognitive, intrapersonal and interpersonal competencies for a prospective biology teacher. This research uses a quantitative approach to survey method. The subject in this research is the student in Syekh Nurjati Institute of Cirebon 3rd semester who took the courses of Invertebrate Zoology and Macro algae subject. Data collection through observation and filling questionnaire. The data were analyzed using a descriptive analysis. The results showed that cognitive competencies include cognitive process and strategies, knowledge and creativity with a range of score 80-98, while Likert scales data of measurement results on intrapersonal and interpersonal competencies showed positive results. The conclusion that free inquiry learning model through field trip activity can establish 21st century competencies needed for a prospective biology teacher.
Keywords: 21st century skills, free inquiry learning
