Development of Interactive Flipbook E-Module to Enhance Students’ Mathematical Understanding in Vocational Higher Education

Abstract

This research addresses the increasing need for innovative digital learning resources that support mathematical understanding in vocational higher education. As learning environments continue shifting toward technology-enhanced formats, e-modules offer a medium for delivering structured, interactive, and student-centered instructional materials. The purpose of this research was to develop a flipbook-based e-module for Mathematics and Statistics course in the Department of Nautical Studies in Politeknik Maririm Negeri Indonesia, and determine its feasibility, quality, and student acceptance. This research used Research and Development (R&D) method and ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) model to develop the e-module. But in this research was limited to the Analysis, Design, and Development only. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to material experts, media experts, and a number of students from Department of Nautical Studies. Quantitative data were converted into interval data using Likert scale. The validation results indicated that the Mathematics and Statistics e-module achieved a highly feasible category. The material expert validation reached 91.25%, indicating excellent content accuracy and pedagogical suitability, while the media expert validation reached 98.75%, indicating the high quality of interface design, navigation, and usability. The responses from students showed the high level of satisfaction and ease of use, with an average score of 84.96%. These results conclude that the developed flipbook-based e-module is a viable and effective interactive learning tool that enhances students’ conceptual understanding of mathematics and statistics, delivers more interesting learning experiences, and supports independent learning.