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Title: Development and Effectiveness of a 7Es-Based Interactive Science Pocket for Grade 6 Digestive System Learning
Language: English
Authors: Af-Ida S. Saipoden (ORCID 0009-0008-8338-0796), Sittie Haifah M. Pascan (ORCID 0009-0009-1139-060X), Monera A. Salic-Hairulla (ORCID 0009-0002-9535-2465), Vanjoreeh A. Madale (ORCID 0009-0002-0229-755X), Christine Mae B. Tecson (ORCID 0000-0001-5208-8532)
Source: Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn). 2026 20(3):1718-1729.
Availability: Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science. C5 Plumbon, Banguntapan, Yogyakarta, 55198, Indonesia. e-mail: edulearn@uad.ac.id; Web site: http://edulearn.intelektual.org/index.php/EduLearn/
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 12
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
Grade 6
Intermediate Grades
Middle Schools
Descriptors: Elementary School Science, Grade 6, Teaching Models, Instructional Materials, Material Development, Biology, Printed Materials, Instructional Effectiveness, Scaffolding (Teaching Technique), Foreign Countries
Geographic Terms: Philippines
ISSN: 2089-9823
2302-9277
Abstract: Despite the availability of various instructional resources, teaching abstract biological concepts like the human digestive system remains a challenge for elementary learners due to their developmental stage and the limitations of traditional textbooks. In response, this study aimed to develop and validate the 7Es Learning Pocket (LeaP), an innovative, portable instructional material anchored in the constructivist approach and structured around the 7Es instructional model--elicit, engage, explore, explain, elaborate, evaluate, and extend. The study adopted the 4D model (define, design, develop, and disseminate) and engaged 42 grade 6 students from a public elementary school, along with expert science teachers for validation. During the development phase, qualitative feedback from learners and expert validators guided iterative refinements of the LeaP, with experts rating it "very satisfactory" in content, format, organization, and information accuracy. Quantitative evaluation included paired samples t-test comparing pretest and posttest scores of 42 learners, revealing significant improvement from a mean of 7.12 to 16.79 (t=18.36, p<0.001). Additionally, 81-90% of learners demonstrated "very satisfactory" procedural knowledge across all 7Es activities. Learner perception data further affirmed high satisfaction, engagement, and perceived usefulness of the material. These findings confirm that the 7Es LeaP is a well-validated and effective instructional tool that enhances conceptual understanding and promotes active learning in elementary science education.
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