This study developed and validated E-learning Self-directed Interactive Modules (E-SelfIMo) for Earth Science. The study employed Research and Development method, using the Borg and Gall development procedure, in creating eight e-modules using Kotobee software, evaluating them by experts and students, and determining their effectiveness in terms of students' conceptual understanding. Experts agreed that E-SelfIMo met the DepEd standards for non-printed learning materials, and students attested to their high validity in content, format, and usefulness. Pretest and posttest results for the (...) effectiveness of E-SelfIMo revealed that students exposed to the E-SelfIMo have progressed from “Near Mastery” to “Near Full Mastery” in the chosen Earth Science topics, showing more significant improvement in their conceptual understanding than the control group. This study concludes that E-SelfIMo supports interactive, active, and self-directed learning thereby, improving students’ motivation, engagement, interest, and performance. The E-SelfIMo could be used with technology integration as a teaching and learning tool. -/- . (shrink)

Education has necessitated the adoption of technology-enhanced learning, and self-learning modules have emerged as a flexible and efficient method of education. The researchers aimed to explore the effects of self-learning modules on students' intrinsic motivation and their perceptions of their effectiveness. The study employed descriptive research design, utilizing observational methods, surveys, and interviews to gather data from 35 grade 11 students in a STEM program. The researchers developed e-modules using Kotobee software, covering Earth Science topics. The Intrinsic Motivation Inventory (...) (IMI) was used to assess students' intrinsic motivation. The findings revealed that the use of self-learning modules positively impacted students' intrinsic motivation. Students reported high levels of interest/enjoyment, perceived competence, effort/importance, perceived choice, and value/usefulness. The interactive features of the e-modules, such as videos, simulations, and animations, contributed to students' enjoyment and engagement. Students also expressed a sense of autonomy and control over their learning experience, leading to increased motivation. (shrink)