Analysis of the Needs of Problem-Solving-Based E-Modules to Improve Students' Creative Thinking Skills and Learning Independence

Analisis Kebutuhan E-Modul Berbasis Problem Solving untuk Menib Kemampuan Berpikir Kreatif dan Kemandirian Belajar Siswa

Authors

  • Ingga Shelfia Universitas Mercu Buana Yogyakarta
  • Nuryadi Universitas Mercu Buana Yogyakarta, Indonesia
  • Azhumna Hafidzatulistya Universitas Mercu Buana Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Keywords:

Learning Media, Wordwall, Activeness, Cognitive Learning Outcomes

Abstract

The development of digital technology demands innovation in e-module-based teaching materials, but its implementation in Indonesia still faces challenges in developing creative thinking and independent learning. This study aims to: (1) analyze the need for developing a problem-solving-based mathematics e-module, (2) develop an e-module prototype, and (3) test its effectiveness in the Independent Curriculum. A qualitative descriptive method was applied to 32 seventh-grade students of SMP Negeri 2 Godean using a creative thinking test instrument and a learning needs questionnaire, with qualitative data analysis. The results showed that 90.63% of students were interested in e-modules even though 53.13% had low creative thinking skills and 68.75% considered mathematics difficult, while also identifying the need for teaching materials that match the characteristics of the curriculum. The conclusion of the study indicates that problem-solving-based e-modules have the potential to be an innovative solution with recommendations for broader testing for comprehensive validation.

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2025-07-31

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Ingga Shelfia, Nuryadi, & Azhumna Hafidzatulistya. (2025). Analysis of the Needs of Problem-Solving-Based E-Modules to Improve Students’ Creative Thinking Skills and Learning Independence: Analisis Kebutuhan E-Modul Berbasis Problem Solving untuk Menib Kemampuan Berpikir Kreatif dan Kemandirian Belajar Siswa. ASIAN: Indonesian Journal of Learning Development and Innovation, 3(2), 375–382. Retrieved from https://journal.institercom-edu.org/index.php/asian/article/view/1070

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