A NEEDS ANALYSIS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A WEAVING CRAFT TEACHING E-MODULE IN VISUAL ARTS EDUCATION

This study aims to analyze the needs for developing a teaching e-module on weaving crafts in Form 3 Visual Arts Education. The integration of technology in schools, particularly in Visual Arts Education (PSV), has yet to be given comprehensive and systematic attention. Therefore, the Design and Development Research (DDR) approach was employed in this study, focusing on Phase 1, namely Needs Analysis, which was conducted through semi-structured interviews involving six Visual Arts teachers. The interview protocol developed was validated by experts in Visual Arts Education, technology and teaching, as well as language experts. The study utilized the ATLAS.ti computer-assisted software to identify key themes in the research data. The findings revealed that teachers face various challenges, including a lack of technology-based teaching aids, difficulty in obtaining weaving materials, and low student interest in traditional craft arts. The results also indicated that the use of technology in teaching weaving arts remains limited due to the lack of interactive digital materials specifically designed for this topic. Additionally, the findings showed that most teachers still rely on traditional methods such as textbooks and direct demonstrations, which are sometimes less effective in enhancing students’ understanding. Therefore, this study proposes the development of an e-module as a means to meet teachers' instructional needs while also having the potential to spark students’ interest in weaving arts.