Digitizing literature teaching materials through the AnyFlip application

Authors

  • Tuan Rusmawati Raja Hassan Lecturer Faculty of Language Studies and Human Development Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Malaysia.
  • Abdul Halim Ali Professor, Faculty of Languages and Communication Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia.
  • Mohd Faradi Mohamed Ghazali Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Languages and Communication Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Malaysia
  • Nor Hasimah Ismail Associate Professor, School of Education Collage of Art and Science Universiti Utara Malaysia, Malaysia.
  • Mohd Saipuddin Suliman Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Creative Technology and Heritage Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Malaysia
  • Mohd Firdaus Che Yaacob Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Creative Technology and Heritage Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Malaysia.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14571/brajets.v17.nse2.79-97

Keywords:

Short Story, National Laureate, Innovation, AnyFlip Digital Book, Generation Z

Abstract

Literature is considered a refined and aesthetic literary art (Ali Ahmad, 1994). However, it can be understood that Malay literature is a reflection of society. Literature is also seen as a medium utilized by authors to convey ideologies, experiences, thoughts, and knowledge in a concrete form. Literary works function as education, teaching, and aesthetic satisfaction. Therefore, literary works are crucial to be highlighted as primary reading materials because they are rich in knowledge. Works produced by National Laureates, for example, have significant meanings that need interpretation. Indirectly, they are important in shaping the character of society. On the other hand, literature seems to be marginalized and looked down upon. Literary works are often considered boring, lacking commercial value, and using language that is difficult to understand. The lack of teaching aids is also criticized as one of the factors making it difficult for students to review in a more systematic way. This study was conducted to change the public perception of literature and make literature learning more accessible, easier, and less boring. The study explores learning innovation through the AnyFlip digital book. It focused on award-winning short stories by National Laureates, including "Angin Timur Laut" (1969) by S.Othman Kelantan, "Gunung" (1988) by Shahnon Ahmad, "Perjalanan Terakhir" (1971) by Anwar Ridhwan, and "Darah dan Airmata" (1984) by Keris Mas. A quantitative method, using a survey instrument in Google Forms, was conducted on 26 part time students of JMK221, Modern Malay Fiction at the School of Distance Education, Universiti Sains Malaysia. The study was analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) system. The study found that digital short stories had a positive impact on students. This acceptance proves that literary materials should be updated to attract the interest of students, particularly Generation Z, and that literary knowledge can be delivered more efficiently and interactively.

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Published

2024-07-24

Issue

Vol. 17 No. se2 (2024)

Section

Community Empowerment through Education, Technology and Infrastructure

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