Analysis of College Student Learning Difficulties in Physical Chemistry: Study of External and Internal factors
Munawwarah

Universitas Negeri Makassar

Abstract

This study aims to identify student learning difficulties in physical chemistry lectures. The subjects of this study were 61 students in the chemistry education study program from two different classes. Data were obtained by using instruments in the form of structured and unstructured questionnaires. Based on the results of data analysis, several student learning difficulties were identified. 55.7% of students in the medium category in Learning Disorder, 72% of students in the high category in Learning Disability, 65.5% of students in the medium category in Learning Dysfunction, 57% of students in the medium category in Slowly Learner, and 54% of students in the medium category in Lower Achiever. According to many students, physical chemistry is difficult. In addition to this, some of the causes of physical chemistry being considered difficult are difficulties in using formulas, confusion in analyzing questions, and learning conducted online during the Covid-19 pandemic is considered less effective. Students expect the learning method used is to provide many examples and practice questions.

Keywords: Learning Difficulties, Physical Chemistry, Internal and External Factors

Topic: Chemistry Education