Research Article
Needs Analysis for Developing SDGs-Based Digital Teaching Materials in the Productive Written Language Skills Course
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.4108/eai.16-9-2025.2360989, author={Khairunnisa Br. Batubara and Maya Oktora and Yeni Erlita and Karunia Devi Frida and Zulfidar Zulfidar and Christine Helena Natalia and Yuni Khairina}, title={Needs Analysis for Developing SDGs-Based Digital Teaching Materials in the Productive Written Language Skills Course}, proceedings={Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Innovation in Education, Science, and Culture, ICIESC 2025, 16 September 2025, Medan, Indonesia}, publisher={EAI}, proceedings_a={ICIESC}, year={2026}, month={3}, keywords={needs analysis sdgs (sustainable development goals) digital learning materials pwls}, doi={10.4108/eai.16-9-2025.2360989} }- Khairunnisa Br. Batubara
Maya Oktora
Yeni Erlita
Karunia Devi Frida
Zulfidar Zulfidar
Christine Helena Natalia
Yuni Khairina
Year: 2026
Needs Analysis for Developing SDGs-Based Digital Teaching Materials in the Productive Written Language Skills Course
ICIESC
EAI
DOI: 10.4108/eai.16-9-2025.2360989
Abstract
This study investigates the learning needs of second-semester students in the Productive Written Language Skills (PWLS) course at Universitas Negeri Medan, focusing on developing SDG-based digital teaching materials. Using a descriptive quantitative design, data were collected from 35 students via a questionnaire. Findings reveal that while students value writing argumentative texts and critical thinking, they face challenges in idea development, coherence, and structure. Many also reported low self-efficacy in expressing opinions on contemporary issues. Students showed strong interest in SDG topics—particularly education, poverty, and climate change—delivered through interactive, digital formats with multimedia support and clear writing models. These insights emphasize the need to redesign PWLS materials to meet learners’ expectations, integrate digital teaching trends, and address global issues. The study underscores the importance of student-centered pedagogy in fostering critical writing skills and global citizenship, offering practical guidance for teachers and material developers.
