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This research project focuses on developing an interactive e-module specifically designed to improve critical thinking skills in elementary school students. To achieve this goal, we used a research and development approach based on the 4D model, involving 36 fourth-grade students at Pasirhuni State Elementary School, Indonesia as the research sample, data collection using validation sheets and tests, data analysis using expert validation questionnaires, classical completeness tests, and N-gain tests. The validation results showed high scores on the media and material aspects, with an average score of 89.40%, which indicated that this e-module was very valid, in the effectiveness test conducted on a wide scale, the pre- and post-test scores showed a percentage of classical completeness of 89% with complete criteria. The implementation of the interactive e-module resulted in a significant increase in students’ critical thinking skills. This recommendation can contribute to further research on the role of visual and interactive features in digital modules to support the development of student’s cognitive skills.

The emergence of issues of species extinction, pollution, scarcity, and others need to be addressed by everyone, including educators. One solution is the use of motion graphics-based learning media. This research was conducted to describe design development, design validity, and the effectiveness of motion graphic designs with content related to Education for Sustainable Development. The research method used is Design-Based Research. The stages of this research include identifying and analyzing problems for initial development needs, designing motion graphics media designs, implementing, reflecting, and making the final product. This research was conducted at the UPI Campus Tasikmalaya partner school. The results of the study found that motion graphics which contain Education for Sustainable Development are very useful as a medium for learning the functions of attention and affection significantly. Motion graphics duration of no more than 3-5 minutes is sufficient to focus students' attention on learning more deeply about human activity with a sustainable perspective. However, it was also found that this short duration limits the richer educational content related to Education for Sustainable Development, so it is recommended to use motion graphics in combination with learning media and other teaching materials.