Development of E-Module on Clean Water Material for the Sanitary Engineering Course in the Building Engineering Education Study Program at Universitas Negeri Jakarta

Abstract

This project focuses on the development of an e-Module related to Clean Water Material in the Sanitation Engineering Course.  This research seeks to deliver engaging, relevant, and efficacious digital learning media to enhance students' understanding and academic achievement on the importance of clean water management.  This study utilizes the Research and Development (R&D) methodology based on the 4D development model, which consists of four key phases: Define (identifying user requirements and attributes), Design (creating modules and content), Develop (producing and validating e-Modules), and Dissemination (distribution and execution).  The e-Module comprises five principal topics that correspond to curriculum requirements and real-life applications: (1) water sources from the local environment, including rivers, lakes, and wells; (2) potable water sources that adhere to health standards; (3) methods for converting seawater and rainwater into drinkable water; (4) water treatment systems employing slow and rapid sand filtration typically utilized in basic water treatment facilities; and (5) advanced water treatment technologies such as membrane filtration and reverse osmosis.  The feasibility test findings indicate that this e-Module obtained excellent evaluations from several stakeholders: material experts scored it at 92.8%, media experts at 92.5%, language experts at 92%, and user responses (students) achieved 95%.  A restricted experiment with 20 students demonstrated a notable enhancement in learning outcomes, yielding an n-gain value of 0.70, classified as "high."  The data indicates that the e-Module on Clean Water Material is an appropriate and effective learning medium that can enhance the teaching and learning process in the Sanitation Engineering Course.