Students’ Understanding of Geography Education on The Concept of GIS Data in Subject Geographic Information System

Abstract

Geographic Information System subject (GIS) is a compulsory subject that must be completed in six semesters, consisting of three credits consisting of theory and practice. theoretical understanding is needed in order to attend the practicum well. This research aimed to know the students' understanding toward the concept of Geographic Information System data in the Geographic Information System subject. The method used in this research is descriptive research. The sample used in this study is purposive sampling which amounted to 32 students. Data were analyzed descriptive statistically using Ms. Excel. The data are analyzed in the form of test instrument and student test result and students assignment result. Overall, students understand the GIS data well enough. However, when it is viewed from the lowest percentage indicates that there are still many students who do not understand the output of GIS data and raster data model. Based on these findings, the need for appropriate learning strategies and adjusting the characteristics of students in learning allows to accommodate students' understanding of a theory. The proper learning strategy needs to be studied further.

Keywords: Understanding, Geographic Information System (GIS), Geographic Information System Data (GIS)