PhET INTERACTIVE SIMULATIONS FOR SCIENCE LEARNING IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Abstract

This research investigates the effectiveness of implementing PhET Interactive Simulations as a virtual laboratory in elementary school science education. The research method employed is qualitative descriptive with data collection techniques including literature review, questionnaires, observations, and interviews. Data analysis was conducted using Miles and Huberman's data analysis technique. The results of the analysis indicate that PhET Interactive Simulations are effective in enhancing students' understanding of scientific concepts. Students can actively engage in virtual laboratory activities using PhET Interactive Simulations, which helps make learning more meaningful. This application also succeeds in visualizing concepts that were initially difficult to comprehend. Therefore, this research concludes that PhET Interactive Simulations are effective as a virtual laboratory in elementary school science education.