International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE)
Vol 13, No 4: August 2024

Computer networking concepts enhancement through analogies: a study of information technology students

Fathirma’ruf Fathirma’ruf (Sekolah Tinggi Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Yapis Dompu)
Asmedy Asmedy (Sekolah Tinggi Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Yapis Dompu)
Andi Prayudi (Sekolah Tinggi Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Yapis Dompu)
Diana Purwati (Sekolah Tinggi Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Yapis Dompu)
Denok Sunarsi (Pamulang University)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Aug 2024

Abstract

Computer networks are one of the skills that require mastering concepts, but a weak comprehension of these concepts can cause cognitive and psychomotor challenges for students. Several studies showed that a group of information technology education students at a university struggled with basic network practical exercises, signifying the importance of addressing conceptual understanding. Therefore, this study aimed to enhance students’ comprehension of high-level abstract computer network materials. To achieve the desired outcome, a pre-test post-test control group design was conducted on two groups of 29 students each. The results showed a positive impact on strengthening the conceptual understanding of students. Consequently, the experimental class achieved higher test scores compared to the control class, with a difference of 11.6. Data processing also showed higher N-gain values in the experimental class, indicating that analogies had a positive influence on students’ conceptual understanding of computer network materials.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJERE

Publisher

Subject

Education

Description

The International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE) is an interdisciplinary publication of original research and writing on education which publishes papers to international audiences of educational researchers. The IJERE aims to provide a forum for scholarly understanding of ...