Need Analysis Research: the Development on the Literacy Instillation and the Islamic Character Building of College Students

Abstract

Purpose: Based on the description and previous research, the researcher is interested in developing the Social Media-Based Online Comics in order to instill literacy and building Islamic character to students. Theoritical framework: Theories related to student literacy abilities, Islamic characters and the development of comic media. Method: The method used in this research is a needs analysis survey related to development of instilling literacy and building Islamic character in students. The media used in this study was google forms, observation sheets of student activities and interviews with lecturers, teachers and students. Result and Discussion: The results of this study revealed that on average they have never had received any training in creating online comic media. As a result, this hinders them from developing online comic media. The result of the analysis showed that the training on the product development process, especially online comic media is urgently needed so that respondents no longer experience difficulties in developing learning product, such as online comic media. Schools and relevant Education institution need to put special attention to the formation of skills development in providing media and learning processes that are interesting and effective. Originality: The novelty of this study is that researchers develop comics in order to improve students' literacy skills and students' Islamic character. In addition, the comics are digital and social media-based designs so that they have high selling power and easily accessible by all users.