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Digital Literacy Index Improvement for History Teachers in East Java
Mr Riyadi, Agus Suprijono, Sri Mastuti Purwaningsih, Corry Liana, Dinar Rizky Listyaputri

Last modified: 2023-09-14

Abstract


The 21st century is marked by the rapid development of information technology which has an impact on changes in human behavior. Information technology has become a necessity and the internet has become a repository for search as well as human connection. The internet has become everything and an important part of human life today, something that has never been imagined. The speed of change due to the rapid pace of technology requires human ability to adapt and be ready to face all things that change rapidly. Digital literacy competence for teachers is needed in order to be able to adapt and live life in the 21st century. To be able to take advantage of digital technology, teachers need digital literacy skills, namely skills in knowledge and skills in using digital devices such as smartphones, PCs, or laptops and being able to operate supporting applications, so that they can assist teachers in designing quality learning. In order for teachers to have the ability to utilize digital media, it is necessary to strengthen digital literacy for teachers. Strengthening digital literacy for teachers is intended so that teachers have the ability to use digital media to increase teacher professionalism. I n an article explaining, strengthening digital literacy can be done by explaining the use of information and communication technology in helping carry out tasks as a teacher.