International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS)
Enhancing Grade 8 Students’ Conceptual Understanding and Motivation in Ohm’s Law Through the Development of ISBS Activity
Published January 3, 2026 • Vol. 9, Issue 12, pp. 1919–1929Open Access
DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91200145
Abstract
This study sought to strengthen the instructional delivery of Ohm’s Law in Grade 8 Science by undertaking a needs-based development of an Interactive Scenario-Based Simulation (ISBS) Activity. The initial phase involved systematic needs assessment among in-service Grade 8 Science teachers to determine their prevailing experiences, challenges, and instructional requirements when teaching the relationship among voltage, current, and resistance. Findings indicated persistent learner difficulties in conceptualizing electrical interactions, an overreliance on formula manipulation, and reduced engagement arising from predominantly lecture-centered instruction. Teachers further reported limited access to laboratory resources and a lack of interactive, inquiry-oriented materials capable of visualizing abstract circuit behavior.
Keywords: Scenario-based learning, PhET simulation, ohm’s law
| Journal | International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS) |
|---|---|
| ISSN | 2454-6186 |
| Volume / Issue | Volume 9, Issue 12 |
| Pages | 1919–1929 |
| Publication date | January 3, 2026 |
| DOI | 10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91200145 |
| Publisher | RSIS International |
| License | Open Access |
How to cite this article
Hafizah S. Pasod, Elesar V. Malicoban, Monera A. Salic-Hairulla, Vanjoreeh A. Madale, Ariel O. Ellare, & Arlyn R. Alcopra (2026). Enhancing Grade 8 Students’ Conceptual Understanding and Motivation in Ohm’s Law Through the Development of ISBS Activity. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), 9(12), 1919-1929. https://doi.org/10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91200145
BibTeX
@article{Hafizah2026,
title = {Enhancing Grade 8 Students’ Conceptual Understanding and Motivation in Ohm’s Law Through the Development of ISBS Activity},
author = {Hafizah S. Pasod and Elesar V. Malicoban and Monera A. Salic-Hairulla and Vanjoreeh A. Madale and Ariel O. Ellare and Arlyn R. Alcopra},
journal = {International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS)},
volume = {9},
number = {12},
pages = {1919--1929},
year = {2026},
doi = {10.47772/IJRISS.2025.91200145},
publisher = {RSIS International}
}