Research Skill Development (RSD) within Flashcards Quiz Method to Improve Student Communication Skills Aulia Sanova (a*), Afrida (b), Fatria Dewi (c), Raissa Mataniari (d)
(a*), (b), (c) and (d): Universitas Jambi
Jl. Lintas Sumatera Jl. Jambi - Muara Bulian No.Km. 15, Mendalo Darat, Kec. Jambi Luar Kota, Kabupaten Muaro Jambi, Jambi 36122
Abstract
Communication is essential for scientific learning, yet academics and casual staff struggle to develop student communication skills in effective ways. Therefore, the integration of a Research Skill Development (RSD) framework with Flashcard Quiz method in an Indonesian Junior High School science course is examined in this study, with a focus on improving student communication skills. Action research was conducted in one class, to provide a rich and detailed understanding of the factors involved in this integration. Data from field notes, written responses, teacher records and teaching materials were collected. The results manifest the improvement of student communication skills, measured by attitude scales consist of 10 communication skill indicators. Recommendations made for future implementation of this project include the need of more credible learning sources and interactive science practices. The teacher perceived that the projects’ applications may empower other teachers to use the RSD-integrated Flashcard Quiz method.
Keywords: Research Skill Development; Flashcard Quiz Method; Communication Skills
