DEVELOPING EFFECTIVE ENGLISH LEARNING MATERIALS FOR JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

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The development of content for English teaching at the junior high school level is a key factor in improving the quality of learning in accordance with the needs of students today. Successful content should not only focus on the language aspect, but also pay attention to the context of language use, student characteristics, and educational goals to be achieved. This research aims to describe the steps and principles in creating English materials that are relevant, communicative, and in accordance with the developmental stage of junior high school students. The approach used in the preparation of the material includes analyzing the needs of students, applying the principles of communication design in the material, selecting appropriate learning media, preparing learning activities that focus on students, and evaluating the effectiveness of the material on an ongoing basis. The findings of the study show that materials designed based on students' real needs have a positive impact on increasing students' motivation, engagement, and English language skills, especially in the areas of reading, speaking, and understanding the context of communication. In addition, the use of visual and digital media also strengthens students' understanding of the material, especially in themes that require concrete illustrations. Regular evaluations have also proven crucial to keep the material relevant and able to adapt to changes in the curriculum. This research emphasizes that the development of effective teaching materials requires a structured, adaptive, and needs-based process, so as to be able to create a more meaningful learning experience for junior high school students.