Designing L-FEA Worksheets for Alternative Energy Physics: A Teacher Needs Analysis to Support Team-Based Project Learning and Design Thinking

Devi Atmaja; Achmad samsudin; Duden Saepuzaman

doi:10.58797/cser.040102

Authors

Devi Atmaja Department of Physics Education, Indonesia University of Education, Jl. Dr. Setiabudhi No. 229, Bandung 40154, Indonesia
Achmad samsudin Department of Physics Education, Indonesia University of Education, Jl. Dr. Setiabudhi No. 229, Bandung 40154, Indonesia
Duden Saepuzaman Department of Physics Education, Indonesia University of Education, Jl. Dr. Setiabudhi No. 229, Bandung 40154, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58797/cser.040102

Keywords:

alternative energy, design thinking, needs analysis , physics worksheets, team-based projects

Abstract

This study aims to identify physics teachers' needs for developing Physics Worksheets on Alternative Energy (L-FEA) integrated with Team-Based Project Learning and a Design Thinking approach. The study employed a quantitative descriptive research design using a survey approach. Data were collected through an online questionnaire distributed via Google Forms to 40 physics teachers from eight cities/regencies across Java Island using purposive sampling. The adapted questionnaire consisted of eight closed- and open-ended questions. The findings revealed that 68% of the teachers considered the development of Physics Worksheets on Alternative Energy to be very necessary, while 27% considered them necessary for classroom learning. Furthermore, 41% of the teachers expected the worksheets to include systematic experimental activities, and 32% emphasized the importance of contextual tasks related to social and environmental issues. Teachers also recommended incorporating authentic projects, contextual problem-solving, and hands-on activities to foster collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. The findings provide an empirical foundation for developing L-FEA that aligns with teachers' needs and supports the implementation of Team-Based Project Learning integrated with a Design Thinking approach. The proposed worksheets are expected to facilitate meaningful physics learning while contributing to the development of interdisciplinary STEAM-oriented instructional materials.

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