Analysis of Physics Teacher Competence in post-SM-3T Teacher Education Program

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the competence of physics teachers in teacher education programs (i.e. PPG) post-SM-3T. The data of physics teacher competence is measured by using the Physics Teacher Competence Test Instrument (PTCTI). The subjects of this study were students of Teacher Education Program Post-SM-3T in 2018. The data analysis used the qualitative descriptive method. The results of this study indicate that (1) The average of physics teacher competence is 38.89 (Low); (2) The competence of professionalism is the difficulty of physics teachers to interpret problem-solving that requires multi-representation and high-order thinking skills; and (3) The pedagogic competence, especially in designing and implementing physics lesson is still low. The implication of this research is the need to increase the competence of physics teachers through innovative learning that has been declared qualified (valid, practical, and effective).