Development of the PINISI Learning Model Based on a Sociocultural Approach and Its Impact on Students’ Character Values in Biology Learning

Abstract This study aimed to develop a sociocultural-based learning model inspired by the philosophy and traditional practice of Pinisi boat construction from Indonesia to promote character values within biology education. The research was conducted in two main phases: (1) designing the PINISI learning model and (2) testing its effectiveness in developing students’ character values. The study followed an educational research design comprising preliminary research, prototyping, and evaluation stages. During the experimental phase, 107 high school students from Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, participated. A character self-assessment questionnaire was used to measure key values, including honesty, discipline, precision, responsibility, and collaboration. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics and one-way ANOVA tests. The results demonstrated that the PINISI learning model, which incorporates a problem-based learning approach, effectively improved students’ character values. This model offers a useful reference for promoting character education in schools and holds promise for further research in more diverse educational settings.