Preliminary research in the development of smartphone-based e-module learning materials using the ethno-STEM approach in 21st century education

Abstract

Education is the most important aspect in building knowledgeable and skilled human resources in the field of technology and 4C Skills known as the 21st century learning paradigm. In addition, education based on local culture related to scientific fields also needs to be considered as it is hoped that the emergence of new knowledge adapted from the local culture. Physics learning should lead students towards the desired learning goals and the role of teaching materials can also influence this. This study aims to obtain information related to the application of smartphone-based E-module using the Ethno-STEM approach. This research is a descriptive study conducted through direct observation at 3 schools with the research sample being students of class XI MIPA and 2 physics teachers in grade 11th and used an instruments in the form of questionnaire and interview sheets. The results of the data analysis show that the application of the Ethno-STEM approach has never been applied in learning. The need for teaching materials that support learning has to be up-to-date, namely smartphone-based E-Modules. Due to this, it is necessary to carry out further research in the form of the development of a smartphone-based Physics E-Module using the Ethno-STEM approach.