THE GUIDELINE FOR ORGANIZING THE 5E OF INQUIRY-BASED LEARNING WITH THE BASIC SCIENTIFIC PROCESS SKILLS TRAINING

Abstract

Studying science is focused on enabling students to learn science which emphasizes on linking knowledge with processes and having essential skills in researching and creating knowledge. The 5 E of Inquiry-Based Learning can be used as a guideline for organizing learning that places importance on learners or the learner-centered teaching. It is to let students learn by themselves through the thinking process. However, the inclusion of a skill training set is an educational innovation that promotes effective teaching and learning. Therefore, this article aims to present guidelines for organizing the 5E of Inquiry-Based Learning activities in 5 steps together with a basic science process skill training set. The main points of the article include 1) the meaning of organizing the 5E of Inquiry-Based Learning activities, 2) the format and steps for organizing the 5E of Inquiry-Based Learning activities, the steps consist as follows: step 1 engaging, step 2 exploring, step 3 explaining, step 4 elaborating, and step 5 evaluation, 3) the role of teachers and students in organizing the 5E of Inquiry-Based Learning activities, 4) advantages and limitations of organizing the 5E of Inquiry-Based Learning activities, 5) skill training sets, and 6) advantages of the skill training set. The mentioned learning management can help guide the teaching and learning of subjects and help students understand the lesson more, have no boredom in studying, and have confidence because they actually learn with real doing. These result in effective learning since students have higher academic achievement, and knowledge can be used in everyday life.