Effect of Practical Activities on Students' Skills, Understanding, and Performance in Physics Measurement
Abstract: This study investigated the effect of practical activities on students' process skills, conceptual understanding, and academic performance in physics measurement. An action research design was employed involving a purposively selected sample of 49 Form Two students. Data were collected using observation checklists, questionnaires, and achievement tests, with reliability confirmed by a Cronbach's alpha value of 0.960. The intervention consisted of structured practical activities conducted over three weeks. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistics and paired-sample t-test, while qualitative responses were analysed thematically. Results indicated significant improvement in students' conceptual understanding and performance, with mean scores increasing from 13.6 to 29.7. The paired-sample t-test showed statistically significant differences (p
Keywords: Practical activities, Physics education, Process skills, Conceptual understanding, Student performance, Physics measurement, Action research
How to Cite?: Owusu Michael, "Effect of Practical Activities on Students' Skills, Understanding, and Performance in Physics Measurement", Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 507-517, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26208095203, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26208095203