Development and Acceptance of a Microlearning E-Module as an Instructional Tool in Teaching Biology Concepts

Date of Award

5-1-2023

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science in Science Education

First Advisor

Dr. rer. Nat. Crisanto M. LopezGalvin Radley L. Ngo

Abstract

Microlearning is an instructional approach that consists of small learning units combined with short-term learning activities. Numerous studies have indicated that microlearning is effective in increasing student learning experiences and improving student achievement. However, due to a lack of resources and research on the impact of microlearning on teachers' experiences, educators are unable to determine whether microlearning is beneficial in specific subjects and how to successfully combine different learning technologies with microlearning to achieve favorable educational outcomes. The study aimed to develop a microlearning e-module to be used as an instructional material for Grade 7 Biology and assess its acceptance among science teachers.

Following an explanatory sequential mixed-method design approach, the study was divided into two distinct phases: quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis. Initially, the e-module was developed using Google Sites and was validated by three expert evaluators. Descriptive statistics were used to examine the evaluation ratings and results have shown that all the criteria for e-module development were met. The material was tried out by twenty science teachers. A usefulness, ease of use, and intention to use survey was carried out after the utilization of the e-module. On the basis of the findings, the developed microlearning e-module for Grade 7 Biology received a highly satisfactory rating on all of the criteria. To gather an in-depth user-experience, an interview was carried out. Results have shown that the microlearning e-module is useful as participants reported that it improved their efficiency and instruction. The material was also deemed easy to use because of its learnability and accessibility, and was recommended to be utilized on a regular basis. Nevertheless, the internet connectivity and other technical issues are the most common problems identified for this approach. It is recommended that the e-module should be subjected for further evaluation in terms of its technical design and aspects to a larger group of participants for better enhancement of its features.

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