Manuscript received March 1, 2023; revised April 18, 2023; accepted May 22, 2023.
Abstract—Selecting an accurate learning model plays a big
part in determining the quality of the implemented learning
process. The Flipped Direct Instruction (FDI) learning model is
introduced as a new learning model to increase the effectiveness
of the implementation of learning through practicums.
Therefore, the purpose of this study is to examine the
effectiveness level of the FDI learning model application. This
research is carried out during the Computer Network
Installation practical lesson in the July-December 2022 semester
at the Electronic Systems Engineering Study Program,
Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia. This study is conducted
using a quasi-experimental design with a control class and an
experimental class as the research samples. The Direct
Instruction (DI) model was applied in the control class and the
FDI model was utilized for the experimental class. This study
uses quantitative and primary data types. Data were obtained
using test instruments through the application of a pre-test and a
post-test. The data is calculated using the N-Gain method to
measure the level of effectiveness of the FDI model
implementation. In utilizing the N-Gain method, the
requirements for the normality test, homogeneity test, and t-test
were applied. The results of the research on the implementation
of the pre-test for the control class were a value of 36.11 and
34.01 for the experimental class. Whereas for the post-test, a
value of 71.27 and 86.80 were the results for the experimental
class. The experimental class post-test scores were used in the
N-Gain test. The results of the N-Gain test obtained a
percentage of 79.11% with a minimum value of 62.76% and a
maximum value of 90.89%. The value of 79.11% in the N-Gain
value range can be categorized as a notably high outcome. This
portrays that the FDI learning model is effective in improving
practicum learning outcomes.
Index Terms—Flipped Direct Instruction (FDI), practical learning models, simulator
Akrimullah Mubai, Ambiyar, and Dedy Irfan are with the Faculty of
Engineering, Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia.
*Correspondence: ambiyar@ft.unp.ac.id (A.)
Cite: Akrimullah Mubai, Ambiyar*, and Dedy Irfan, "Flipped Direct Instruction (FDI): Optimization of Practicum Learning Models," International Journal of Information and Education Technology vol. 13, no. 11, pp. 1748-1754, 2023.
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