Need Analysis of Integrated Science Digital Teaching Materials with Blended Learning Models in the New Normal Era for PGMI Students throughout East Java

Abstract

The Covid-19 pandemic has affected all sectors of life, including education. During the Covid-19 pandemic, all tertiary institutions changed learning process by using blended learning, including the Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Teacher Education (PGMI) study program throughout East Java. Blended learning can only be successful when paired with instructional resources tailored to each student's individual requirements. This research aims to identify and evaluate gaps in East Java's PGMI student population's access to digital scientific instruction resources that are compatible with blended learning pedagogies. This study employed a quantitative survey method involving PGMI students throughout East Java. Data were collected using questionnaires distributed online. Need analysis included learning characteristics, teaching materials, and learning orientation. Based on the analysis that has been done, it is concluded that students need interactive teaching materials based on problem-based learning equipped with virtual practicums or online students worksheets.