Scientific Literacy Achievement of Elementary School Students in STEM Learning Using E-Modules

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10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_67How to use a DOI?

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E-Module; STEM; Scientific Literacy; Natural Science; Elementary School Students

Abstract

Enhancing scientific literacy in the digital era is a major challenge in elementary education. It involves not only conceptual understanding but also crit-ical thinking, analytical skills, and real world application. Conventional learning often fails to engage students effectively in science. One solution is STEM based e-modules, which integrate contextual learning with digital technology. This study employs a mixed-methods approach with a concurrent embedded model, where the primary method is quantitative, supported by qualitative data. Quantitative data for this study was collected through pretest and posttest t that afterward were processed descriptive statis-tical, normality test, Paired Sample t-Test and Pearson correlation analysis. While the qualitative data was collected through interviews and observations and analyzed through thematic analysis. The sample consists of elementary students selected through purposive sampling. Research instruments include: (1) a scientific literacy test to assess conceptual understanding and critical thinking; (2) a questionnaire to measure motivation and perception of STEM based e-modules; and (3) interviews and observations to evaluate learning effectiveness. Results show a significant improvement in scientific literacy. The pretest average of 52.3 increased to 82.7 in the posttest, with an N-gain of 0.72 (high category). Questionnaire data indicate 85% of students felt more motivated and found learning easier through simulations and interactive videos. Teacher interviews confirm STEM based e-modules are more effective than conventional methods in contextualizing scientific concepts. This study concludes that STEM based e-modules enhance elementary students scientific literacy and 21st century skills.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Yanti Fitria
AU  - Ummiatul Fitri
AU  - Yaswinda
AU  - Rizka Oktarina
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/11/24
TI  - Scientific Literacy Achievement of Elementary School Students in STEM Learning Using E-Modules
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Educational Science and Teacher Education (ICESTE 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 838
EP  - 848
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_67
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_67
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