ANALYSIS OF STUDENTS KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES, AND SKILLS IN FLOWERING PLANT PROPAGATION Ratna Dewi Wulaningsih (a), Agung Purwanto(b), Budiaman (b), Rusdi (a), Erna Heryanti (a)
(a) Biology Education, FMIPA, Universitas Negeri Jakarta
(b) PKLH, Pascasarjana, Universitas Negeri Jakarta
Abstract
This study aims to analyze the knowledge, attitudes, and skills of Biology Education students in the propagation of flowering plants in the course of Plant Structure and Development in the Education Biology Study Program, at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Jakarta State University. This study uses a quantitative approach with a descriptive method, involving students who take the course as research subjects. Data was collected through knowledge tests, attitude questionnaires, and skills observations. The results showed that the level of students^ knowledge about flowering plant propagation was in a good category, although some topics needed further strengthening, such as tissue culture techniques. Students^ attitudes towards learning flowering plant propagation were generally very positive, reflecting a strong interest in applying this knowledge in their professional careers. Skills observations showed that although most students had adequate skills, some propagation techniques still needed additional practice, especially in more complex methods such as grafting and budding. The study concluded that practice-based learning needs to be strengthened to improve students^ skills, and it is important to teach more in-depth topics that are considered difficult. Recommendations were also made for improving teaching and evaluation methods and for further coaching for students who need additional guidance.
Keywords: Knowledge, Attitude, Skills, Flowering Plant Propagation, Biology Education, FMIPA, Jakarta State University
