The Impact of Interactive E-Modules on Students’ Understanding of Basic Map Knowledge in Geography Learning

Muhammad Ario Sya’bani; Nurul Azmi; Aisyah Trees Sandy; Yulian Widya Saputra

doi:10.51276/edu.v7i2.1734

Authors

Muhammad Ario Sya’bani Universitas Mulawarman
Nurul Azmi Universitas Mulawarman
Aisyah Trees Sandy Universitas Mulawarman
Yulian Widya Saputra Universitas Mulawarman

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51276/edu.v7i2.1734

Keywords:

Basic Map Knowledge , Geography Learning , Interactive E-Module , Learning Outcomes , Student-Centered Learning

Abstract

This study examined the effectiveness of interactive e-modules in improving Grade X students’ learning outcomes in basic map knowledge at SMAN 2 Tenggarong Seberang. The research used a quantitative pre-experimental one-group pretest–posttest design involving 22 students. Data were collected through a 10-item multiple-choice test and analyzed using descriptive statistics, Shapiro–Wilk normality testing, paired sample t-test, and Cohen’s d. The mean pretest score was 63.82, while the posttest mean increased to 77.73. The paired sample t-test showed a significant difference between pretest and posttest scores (p = 0.006), and the effect size indicated a moderate impact (d = 0.657). These findings show that interactive e-modules are effective in supporting student-centered geography learning and improving students’ conceptual understanding of map symbols, scale, orientation, and interpretation. The study contributes evidence for developing digital geography instruction that is more interactive, flexible, and conceptually meaningful in secondary education. It also supports wider use of e-modules in visual geography topics strategically.

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Author Biographies

Muhammad Ario Sya’bani, Universitas Mulawarman

He was born in Berau, Indonesia, on October 7, 2004. He is currently pursuing his undergraduate degree in the Geography Education Program at Universitas Mulawarman (UNMUL), with an academic interest in geography learning and digital-based instructional media.

Nurul Azmi, Universitas Mulawarman

She was born in Camba, Maros, Indonesia, on September 29, 1993. She completed her undergraduate (S1) degree in Geography Education at Universitas Negeri Makassar in 2015. She then continued her postgraduate (S2) studies in Geography Education at the same university and graduated in 2020.

Aisyah Trees Sandy, Universitas Mulawarman

She was born in Tulungagung, Indonesia, on February 7, 1990. She earned her master’s degree in Geography from Universitas Gadjah Mada and currently serves as a lecturer at Universitas Mulawarman. Her work includes innovation mentoring, professional certifications, and active involvement in social innovation initiatives across Indonesia.

Yulian Widya Saputra, Universitas Mulawarman

He was born in Magetan, Indonesia, on July 30, 1986. He is a lecturer in the Geography Education Study Program at Universitas Mulawarman. His academic interests focus on geography and geography education, with experience in teaching, research, and community service activities in related fields.

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