Understanding Physics: The Influence of Cognitive Styles and Student Interest

Authors

  • Samsun Samsun Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Awaluddin Tjalla Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Iva Sarifah Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59188/jcs.v3i12.2944

Keywords:

cognitive style, learning interest, physics education

Abstract

This research investigates the influence of cognitive styles and learning interest on students' understanding of physics concepts. Using a survey method with a sample of 88 first-year students from four programs at a Health Polytechnic in South Jakarta, data were collected through questionnaires on cognitive style perception, learning interest, and a physics concept understanding test. Findings from multiple regression analysis reveal: (1) Cognitive styles and learning interest collectively have a significant influence on physics concept understanding (p = 0.000, F = 26.084); (2) Cognitive style perception independently affects concept understanding (p = 0.047, t = 2.013); and (3) Learning interest significantly impacts concept understanding (p = 0.001, t = 3.426). The study highlights the interplay between cognitive preferences and motivation in achieving mastery of physics concepts.

 

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2024-12-31

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Samsun, S., Tjalla, A. ., & Sarifah, I. (2024). Understanding Physics: The Influence of Cognitive Styles and Student Interest. Journal of Comprehensive Science (JCS), 3(12), 5623–5630. https://doi.org/10.59188/jcs.v3i12.2944

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Vol. 3 No. 12 (2024): Journal of Comprehensive Science (JCS)

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