JCRS (Journal of Community Research and Service)
Vol 2, No 1: January 2018

THE IDENTIFICATION OF LOGICAL THINKING ABILITY BASED ON GENDER IN PHYSICS TEACHERS PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

Sondang R Manurung (Faculty of Mathematics and Science, State University of Medan, Medan, Indonesia)
Deo Demonta Panggabean (Faculty of Mathematics and Science, State University of Medan, Medan, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Aug 2018

Abstract

AbstractThe purpose of this study is to examine the ability to think logically in physics teachers candidates based on gender. The study was carried out in Medan State University that is acknowledged as one of leading Teaching-based Institution (locally known as Lembaga Pendidikan Tenaga Kependidikan, henceforth abbreviated as LPTK) in Medan. This research used an instrument that further examining the Test of Logical Thinking (TOLT). The total research sample is 70 people, consisting of 27 male and 43 female students. The results showed that male students have a higher logical thinking ability than female students. The implication of the result is discussed.Keywords: Logical Thinking, Gender, Physics Teachers Prospective Student, Medan State University

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jcrs

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Education Social Sciences

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Journal of Community Research and Service (JCRS) is an international multidisciplinary and peer-reviewed journal published by The Center of Community Service of State University of Medan. JCRS is designed to publish research and case studies of university-community engagement initiatives, analyses ...