IMPLEMENTATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)-BASED IPAS BOOKS IN IMPROVING SCIENCE PROCESS SKILLS STUDENT’S

Abstract

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education has created new opportunities to enhance students’ learning experiences and develop essential scientific competencies. This study aimed to investigate the implementation of an AI-based IPAS (Natural and Social Sciences) book in improving elementary school students’ science process skills. The AI-based IPAS book was designed with interactive features, adaptive learning pathways, intelligent feedback, and inquiry-based activities to facilitate scientific exploration and problem-solving. The research employed a quasi-experimental design involving elementary school students as participants. Data were collected through science process skills tests, classroom observations, and student response questionnaires. The implementation of the AI-based IPAS book significantly improved students’ science process skills. The average post-test score increased from 63.45 in the pre-test to 84.72 in the post-test, indicating substantial learning gains. Students demonstrated notable improvements in observing, classifying, predicting, experimenting, interpreting data, and communicating scientific findings. Statistical analysis showed a significant difference between pre-test and post-test scores (p < 0.05), confirming the effectiveness of the intervention. Questionnaire results indicated that 92% of students responded positively to the AI-based learning experience, reporting increased motivation, engagement, and understanding of scientific concepts. AI-based IPAS book encouraged active participation and inquiry-based learning. Real-time feedback and personalized learning support enabled students to construct scientific knowledge more effectively and independently. The study also demonstrates that AI-supported learning materials can bridge the gap between traditional instruction and the demands of 21st-century education by fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific literacy.