Journal of Educational Sciences
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Educational Sciences

Validity and Effectiveness of a Project-Based Learning E-Module on Virus Topics to Enhance Students’ Creative Thinking Skills

Murti, Tutik Ari (Unknown)
Harlita, Harlita (Unknown)
Karyanto, Puguh (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Jan 2026

Abstract

This study was designed to evaluate the validity and effectiveness of a PjBL e-module on the virus topic in developing high school students’ creative thinking abilities. The validation of the e-module was carried out qualitatively, while its effectiveness was investigated through a quasi-experimental approach using a nonrandomized control group with pretest and posttest. The population comprised all Grade X students at SMA Negeri 1 Polokarto in the 2025/2026 academic year. Two classes were sampled: X E1 as the experimental group using the PjBL e-module and X E3 as the control group with conventional materials.  The e-module was reviewed by four expert validators covering material, media, language, and instructional aspects. Effectiveness data were examined using an independent sample t-test and N-Gain scores. The validation process indicated a very high level of validity, with an overall average score of 94.38%. The t-test significance value of 0.007 (<0.05) confirmed a significant difference in creative thinking skills between the two groups. N-Gain scores demonstrated moderate improvement, with values of 0.37 for the control class and 0.57 for the experimental class. These results show that the PjBL e-module is valid and effective in enhancing students’ creative thinking skills regarding the virus topic.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JES

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Subject

Religion Humanities Education Library & Information Science Other

Description

JES publishes original articles on the latest issues and trends occurring regionally and internationally in the educational sciences with the aim to advance our knowledge both in term of theory and practice. Moreover, this journal also covers the issues concerned with the following special sections: ...