Keputusan Rasional di Era Misinformasi Digital
Keywords:
Basic Natural Sciences;, rational decision-making;, digital misinformation;, scientific reasoning;Abstract
Abstract
The digital era is characterized by the rapid circulation of information that is easily accessible, including inaccurate information or misinformation that can significantly influence the quality of decision- making. In this context, Basic Natural Sciences (BNS) are considered to play an important role in fostering rational thinking through the understanding of fundamental scientific concepts and the systematic application of the scientific method. This study aims to analyze the role of BNS in shaping students’ rational decision-making abilities when confronting digital misinformation. A mixed methods approach was employed, utilizing instruments such as BNS comprehension tests, analytical thinking questionnaires, and digital information evaluation simulations. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, simple regression analysis, and qualitative analysis of students’ reasoning patterns. The results indicate a significant positive contribution of BNS understanding to rational decision-making ability. Mastery of fundamental scientific
concepts and systematic thinking skills supports objective evidence evaluation, helps identify inconsistencies in information, reduces cognitive bias, and enables students to reject misleading or false information. These findings emphasize that BNS education not only contributes to scientific knowledge acquisition but also plays a crucial role in developing cognitive resilience, critical thinking skills, and logic-based decision-making, which are essential competencies for navigating the challenges of the digital information environment
Keywords: Basic Natural Sciences, rational decision-making, digital misinformation, scientific reasoning
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