Analisis Kemampuan Klasifikasi Tumbuhan Phanerogamae Mahasiswa melalui Praktikum Berbasis Inquiry

Abstract

Through an inquiry-based practicum in the Diversity and Classification of Phanerogamae course, this study aims to analyze students' abilities in classifying Phanerogamae plants. Using a qualitative descriptive approach with students of the Biology Education Study Program, Muhammadiyah University of Palangkaraya, semester 4, academic year 2025/2026. During the practicum, students made direct observations of various plant species and discussed the results of identifying vegetative and generative plant morphology with their groups. Data were obtained through observation, documentation, and analysis of student practicum results. The results showed that dungeon students were quite good at evolving vegetative plant morphology, such as roots, stems, and leaves. However, some students still had difficulty when identifying generative plant morphology, especially in the flower and fruit parts. Inquiry-based practicum allows for direct observation and analysis, which helps them understand the concept of plant classification more contextually. The inquiry approach can increase student participation in learning the classification of Phanerogamae plants.