Thematic Teaching Media Development for Counseling Guidance in Primary Schools: A Need Analysis

This research aimed to obtain comprehensive insights into the need for developing teaching media for elementary school counseling guidance. Using a descriptive quantitative approach supported by literature review and expert consultation, the study involved elementary school counseling guidance teachers. Data were presented and interpreted for generalization. The findings indicate a clear need for developing instructional materials in schools that teachers can apply through strategies or techniques tailored to interactive media and aligned with student characteristics. The study implies that interactive teaching materials are a vital learning resource for improving the student learning environment.