Development of Four-Tier Diagnostic Instruments to Identify Students’ Understanding of Electrolyte and Non-Electrolyte Solutions

Authors

  • Septiana Ayuningrum Nofinadya Universitas Negeri Malang Author
  • Rima Nuraini Universitas Negeri Malang Author
  • Isnanik Juni Fitriyah Universitas Negeri Malang Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.71289/18tnsy31

Keywords:

development, four-tier, electrolyte and non-electrolyte solutions

Abstract

This paper outlines the level of validity and reliability of a four-tier diagnostic instrument to identify the level of understanding of students on electrolyte and non-electrolyte solutions. The instrument development follows the stages proposed by Habiddin & Page (2019), namely mapping concepts, testing and interviewing, defining students' unscientific ideas, developing a four-tier prototype, validating the four-tier prototype, and refining the final four-tier instrument. The product eligibility percentage is 89.08%, which falls within the very feasible category. 

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Published

2025-12-23

How to Cite

Nofinadya, S. A., Nuraini, R., & Fitriyah, I. J. (2025). Development of Four-Tier Diagnostic Instruments to Identify Students’ Understanding of Electrolyte and Non-Electrolyte Solutions. STEM Education International, 1(2), 80-86. https://doi.org/10.71289/18tnsy31