Development of Digital Books in Family Counseling Courses in the Hybrid Learning Era

This research is motivated by the large number of students who do not yet have reference books for family counseling courses in the hybrid learning era. From this background, it is necessary to develop digital books for family counseling courses. The aims of this research are to: (1) design a digital book for family counseling courses in the hybrid learning era, and (2) produce a digital book for family counseling courses that is appropriate, interesting and practical in the hybrid learning era. Research and Development (RnD) using the ADDIE paradigm (Analyze, Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluation) is the research methodology employed. Three media and material specialists conducted the feasibility test, while twenty students from Medan State University's Faculty of Education's Guidance and Counseling Study Program conducted the usability test. The data collection method uses a scale and Focus Group Discussion. Data analysis techniques for book suitability use quantitative and qualitative descriptive analysis as well nonparametric statistical analysis . The research results show that the overall average score of material experts, media and student respondents is in the appropriate category. The research product that was produced can be used to assist students and guidance counselors/counselors at schools in family counseling, according to the findings of the study.