E-Module of Meaning in Interpersonal Context in Online Learning: Implementation and Students’ Feedback

Abstract

This study aims to develop an e-module of meaning in an interpersonal context for English foreign language (EFL) students studying Semantics. This study was a research and development following the ADDIE model from Branch (2010). The e-module was a pre-lecture consisting of written text, video lectures, videos linked to YouTube, pictures, animated stickers, full of colours and interactive tests. Experts in related fields validated the developed e-module. This study's participants were thefourth-semester undergraduate students majoring in English education at Universitas Riau. The revised version of the e-module was implemented, and the results show that the implementation of the e-module in Semantics learning was effective in improving students’ learning outcomes in Semantics Course. Students’ feedback showed that the e-module is easy to understand, easy to use, attractive, interesting, and easy to remember. The videos in the e-module were perceived to increase their understanding. The participants of this study claimed that their interest, enthusiasm, and motivation in learning increased.

Developing Interactive Learning Media for Teaching Writing Descriptive Text in Senior High School

“…Nowadays, ICT use in education mainly applies to support students' learning processes. According to Purwanti et al, (2023), ICT advancements have transformed classroom interaction into a portable, learner-centered, multi-environment learning platform and the use of ICT by teachers in the teaching and learning process determines the quality of education nowadays. Furthermore, it has a fairly significant function for teachers, particularly in the utilization of facilities to enhance their teaching skills.…”