Contextualization of learning models in subak system for vocational education

Abstract

Subak is a traditional institution in Bali in charge of regulating irrigation systems for agricultural purposes. Management of irrigation systems includes maintenance of water sources, water drainage techniques, and water distribution. Subak has been passed down for generations since hundreds of years ago. The existing learning model in subak has been able to inherit technical skills and management ability to maintain the existence of subak. Considering these conditions, it is necessary to contextualize the learning model in the subak system to be applied in vocational education that emphasizes the mastery of skills. This study found that the learning model in the subak system was dominated by shared activities. The learning model is contextualized in vocational education into a model of shared cooperative learning. The learning model has been tested in the real class. The validity of the devaluation model by experts, while the practicality of the model is evaluated by teachers and students with user acceptance testing. Experts who evaluate the learning model provide recommendations that the learning model is relevant for vocational education. Meanwhile user acceptance testing for teacher and student shows that the learning model is quite relevan for vocational education. Student competency test results show that the learning model developed is quite effective. In addition to efficient in time and energy, the learning model gives more opportunities for students to show their potential to innovate.