PELATIHAN PRAKTIKUM BERBASIS INQUIRY BAGI GURU MGMP KIMIA DI KABUPATEN KEDIRI

Abstract

The results of the initial situation analysis show that there are still many chemistry teachers who are
members of the Kediri Regency Chemical MGMP who have not yet carried out practical activities.
Practicum is still felt as an activity that is burdensome and time-consuming, both in terms of preparation of
practicum instructions and tools and materials used. One alternative is to provide understanding and
examples of interesting practicum and still be able to practice skills and knowledge. The choice of inquiry
learning model is based on the fact that inquiry-based practicum will encourage students to be actively
involved in discovering their own concepts or knowledge through practicum using scientific methods that
are assisted by practical instructions. Based on the community service activities that have been carried
out, it can be concluded that this community service activity has proceeded as planned. Based on the
results of the questionnaire, this service activity is very useful for partners in an effort to improve
understanding of teacher competencies, particularly regarding understanding of inquiry, inquiry-based
practicum, and using pipette and burette tools as a means to improve the competence of chemistry
teachers who are members of the MGMP. Even based on the results of further questionnaires, partners
expect increased activity, in terms of quantity, or in terms of other material delivery.