Perceptions of Indonesian and Thai science lecturers on e-BIMO in science teacher education programs

Indah Juwita Sari

Department of Biology Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Serang, Indonesia

Indah Juwita Sari

Department of Science Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Serang, Indonesia

Zakaria Zakaria

Department of English Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Serang, Indonesia

Prasart Nuangchalerm

Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Faculty of Education, Mahasarakham University, Kham Riang, Thailand

Suparman Suparman

Department of Biology Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Khairun, Ternate, Indonesia

Selfi Maharani

Department of Biology Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Serang, Indonesia

Keywords:

Bioinformatics module, Critical thinking, Interactive learning, Pre-service teachers, Science education

Abstract

The e-Bioinformatics Module (e-BIMO) was developed to address the needs of science lecturers and enhance pre-service science teachers’ skills. This study examined the perceptions of nine science lecturers—seven from Indonesian universities and two from a Thai university—before and after implementing e-BIMO in science teacher education programs. Using qualitative methods, data were collected through genetic learning needs and experience interview sheets and analyzed using content analysis. Before implementation, discussions focused on curriculum, learning resources, teaching strategies, assessments, and conceptual understanding. Postimplementation results revealed that e BIMO provided a more engaging and interactive learning experience, particularly in topics such as genetic diseases and forensic science, and helped pre-service teachers connect theoretical knowledge with practical applications, improving understanding and critical thinking. The study concludes by recommending the integration of e-BIMO into science teacher education programs, particularly in Indonesia and Thailand.



Published

2025-02-11

How to Cite

Indah Juwita Sari , R. Ahmad Zaky El Islami , Zakaria Zakaria , Prasart Nuangchalerm , Suparman Suparman, Selfi Maharani , Perceptions of Indonesian and Thai science lecturers on e-BIMO in science teacher education programs, International Journal of Advanced and Applied Sciences, 12(2) 2025, Pages: 44-51

ISSUE

2025 Volume 12, Issue 2 (February) (2025)