Pengembangan Lms Berbasis Moodle Dengan Model Project-Based Learning Untuk Meningkatkan Kompetensi Kognitif Siswa Pada Elemen Keamanan Jaringan

Abstract

Learning on the Network Security element still relies heavily on conventional face-to-face methods at SMK Hasyim Asy'ari Lamongan, since the school does not yet have a Learning Management System (LMS) specifically dedicated to supporting this topic, leaving students passive and struggling to grasp abstract technical concepts. This study aimed to develop, and to determine the feasibility and effectiveness of, a Moodle-based LMS named “TKJ Smart Learning” integrated with the Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model to improve students' cognitive competency on the Network Security element. The research employed the Research and Development (R&D) method with the ADDIE development model, comprising the Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation stages. The developed product includes Network Security learning materials, discussion forums, project-based learning activities, group role assignment, project monitoring, assignments, quizzes, assessment, reflection, and student activity tracking. Feasibility was evaluated through expert validation of the teaching module, media, materials, and test instruments, together with Black-Box Testing, while effectiveness was analyzed using pre-test and post-test scores from an experimental and a control class comprising 45 grade XI Computer and Network Engineering (TKJ) students. The results showed an average expert validation score of 94.25% (Highly Valid), with Black-Box Testing achieving a 100% success rate. The Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test showed a significant pre-test–post-test improvement in both classes (p < 0.001), and the Mann-Whitney U Test revealed a significant difference between the experimental and control classes (U = 401.5; p < 0.001). The experimental class obtained an N-Gain score of 0.765 (high category), compared to 0.447 (moderate category) for the control class. Therefore, the Moodle-based TKJ Smart Learning LMS implementing Project-Based Learning is considered feasible and effective in improving students' cognitive competency on the Network Security element.