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| Abstract : Perpustakaan Tuanku Bainun |
| Visual Art Education (VAE) teachers often face challenges in acquiring traditional materials for pottery and weaving, limiting instruction to theoretical aspects without practical application. This study aims to address the gap by exploring the use of alternative materials such as cement-based composites and recycled materials for teaching pottery and weaving at the secondary school level. Concurrently, the aim is to develop a comprehensive media kit to improve VAE teachers' pedagogical knowledge, teaching skills and foster creativity among students through practical experience in pottery and weaving. This research employs qualitative methods, involving 75 undergraduates and 33 secondary school VAE teachers. Data collection methods include interviews, questionnaires, workshops and field notes conducted at a local university and six secondary schools. The design and development of the proposed media kit follow the ADDIE Model, and incorporates Ausubel's Meaningful Learning Theory to facilitate new knowledge retention. Data analysis utilises thematic, document, and content analysis, with triangulation, ensuring the validity and reliability of data. The findings of the study show that cement-based composites can replace clay, produce strong end products without the need for firing and glazing and have characteristics comparable to clay pottery. Pottery-producing techniques such as moulding, pinching, and slab construction were successfully applied with these cement composites. Weaving with recycled materials showcased the creative abilities of participants, yielding utilitarian crafts featuring both traditional and modern designs. In conclusion, this study offers practical insights for VAE teachers to overcome material sourcing challenges in pottery and weaving instructions, presenting innovative approaches to enhance teaching effectiveness and stimulate creativity. The implications of this study pertain to the acquisition of new knowledge and experience for students in learning to use alternative materials for ceramics and weaving. Additionally, the use of alternative materials demonstrates the necessity for teachers to exhibit creativity in fostering an engaging learning environment. |
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