Diagnostic Test Research Trends In Science Education: A Systematic Review

Author (s) : Nurdiyanti Nurdiyanti; Supahar Supahar; Siti Maryam Ulfa; Irfandi Rudin
Institution : Department of Physics Education, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Category : Article, IJMMU
Topics : Diagnostic Test; Science Education; PRISMA; Systematic Literature Review; VOSviewer
This study examines research trends related to diagnostic tests in science education from 2018 to 2023, emphasizing their role in enhancing educational quality. The study employs a systematic literature (SLR) following PRISMA guidelines, utilizing the Scopus database as the primary source. A total of 673 articles were initially identified, and 53 met the inclusion criteria for further evaluation. The
findings underscore the critical role of diagnostic tests in identifying misconceptions, improving conceptual understanding, and assessing students’ reasoning skills and affective dimensions. Research trends indicate a notable increase in publications on this topic in 2023. Further analysis using VOSviewer reveals that misconceptions are the most frequently associated aspect with diagnostic tests, emphasizing
the importance of accurate diagnostic assessments in educational research.
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