Development of ‘Website Cerdas’ Media to Accommodate Differentiated Learning Styles of Batik Crafts Class XII Students

Abstract

Abstract: Class XII IPS 3 at SMAN 1 Pagak has diverse learning styles, including habits such as listening to music, playing games, and accessing social media. Batik craft material was chosen because this class has the lowest average scores compared to other classes, with teaching methods relying solely on textbooks and lacking the integration of technology based on the TPACK (Technological Pedagogical and Content Knowledge) approach. This study aims to identify initial needs, test the feasibility of the media, and evaluate the impact of a Website as a learning tool. The research employs quantitative and qualitative methods using Thiagarajan's 4D model, which consists of four stages: define, design, develop, and disseminate. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, questionnaires, and pretest-posttest evaluations, analyzed using a Likert scale and N-gain effectiveness. The population consists of class XII IPS 3 students, with samples representing auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learning styles. Media expert validation results show a score of 86.6% (highly feasible), while material expert validation scores 87.5% (highly feasible). Small group trials score 84.8% (highly feasible), and large group trials achieve an N-Gain of 0.755 (highly effective), proving the Smart Website effectively improves understanding of batik craft materials among students.