The Applying of Cognitive Strategies and Empowering Students in Research Based Learning on Ergonomic Course

The enhancement quality of education which is in accordance with the
demands of stakeholders and the development of Science and Technology currently most
related to the learning process. Learning is the heart of the educational process in an
educational institution. The quality of learning can be viewed from various perceptions.
At the micro level, the achievement of quality learning is the professional responsibility
of a lecturer, for instance through the creation of meaningful learning experiences for
students and facilities / technology which available to achieve maximum learning
outcomes. At the macro level, through a quality learning system, educational institutions
are responsible for the formation of qualified teaching staff, namely which can contribute
to intellectual development, attitude and morals of each individual student as a member
of the community. This study was conduct by Sport Science Department Faculty Of
Sport Science State University Of Medan. Subject of this study were all of the students
who took ergonomics courses in the 2018-2019 academic year. This action research was
conducting for 3 (three) cycles, namely cycles I, II, III. Before the implementation of the
first cycle action, First diagnostic tests and initial observations were hold about cognitive
strategy ability of students (lecture I-II). The model and format of actions that will be
given in cycle I are adjusted to the initial observations of students, while the actions
applied in the second cycle were determined based on the results of reflection in the first
cycle. Likewise for the third cycle was determined based on the result of reflection on
cycle II. In accordance with the nature of classroom action research, then procedure for
conducting research for each cycle through stages (a) planning, (b) implementing actions,
(c) observation and evaluation, and (d) reflection. The application of learning models that
apply cognitive strategies and empower students in research-based learning, not only can
increase student independence, but students better understand and explore various
concepts and principles of ergonomics through research and real practice in the field.
Students can test the truth of a theory and produce new theories with various
modifications to the approaches and methods of body movements, see the effect of
changes in angle of movement and its benefits in achieving adjusting tools, the way and
work environment to the ability of ability and limitation of the workforce so as to create
working conditions that are healthy, safe, safe, comfortable and efficient. Alignment
between theoretical understandings through research and successful practice in the field,
this is the core of competency achievement in ergonomics courses.