Evaluation of Student Ability through Independent Inorganic Chemistry Practicum Project During Pandemic Period

Abstract

Practicum was a subject that was applicable to theory. In inorganic chemistry practicum, students were
trained to apply concepts through independent experiments. This experiment was motivated by several
obstacles, including: difficulty in materials and practicum tools, practicum waste management, and facilities
availability. This obstacle was challenged by opportunities in the form of using tools and materials, the used
of digital technology, and the space for student creativity. Therefore, the design of an inorganic practicum
was an independent practicum that starts with preparing a project, did the experiments to communicating
the output. The research method was objective-oriented evaluative. The research sample was the fifth
semester students of the chemistry education study program, FKIP, Nusa Nipa University. Data collecting
was by interviews, observations, and questionnaires. Data was analysed in descriptively and quantitatively.
The results showed that the average ability of students in preparing projects, implementing, and
communicating practicum results was 87.50%; 83.77% and 89.58%. The average ability was classified as
good, which was indicated by the creativity in creating practicum, using materials in everyday life and
utilizing digital technology in creating practical outputs.