Analysis of Students' Perspectives on Discussion Methods in Science Learning Class VII C at SMPN 2 Ponorogo

Abstract

In carrying out learning, methods such as lecture, discussion, and question and answer are used. Each method used often has advantages and disadvantages.  onsidering these problems, we took the title of the article ?Analysis of Students' Perspectives on Discussion Methods in Science Learning at SMP Negeri 2  onorogo?. Our research focused on students of class VII C. The aim is to find out students' perceptions on the application of the quality of the discussion method in the science learning model of class VII C at SMP Negeri 2 Ponorogo. This research uses a qualitative method. Data analysis was carried out by collecting questionnaires from 24 students of class VII-C to evaluate students' perceptions of the discussion method in science learning. Based on the results of our research 87.5% of students' views on the discussion method can improve their understanding of the material, 58.3% can help improve speaking skills, and 25% can encourage active involvement in class, 54.2% can facilitate in problem solving, and 41.7% can increase selfconfidence. Students of class VII C SMP Negeri 2 Ponorogo have agood view in assessing  the discussion method applied in science learning and believe that it has a positive impact on the development of students' skills and cognitive.