Systematic Literature Review: Digital Literacy in the Classroom Teaching

Elsa Viona; Sudarwan Danim; Rosane Medriati; Muhammad Kristiawan; Edy Susanto; Sheren Dwi Oktaria; Julie Simon Macariola

doi:10.56741/ijlree.v4i03.1217

Authors

Elsa Viona
elsavionaona29@gmail.com
University of Bengkulu https://orcid.org/0009-0007-3374-6414
Sudarwan Danim University of Bengkulu
Rosane Medriati University of Bengkulu https://orcid.org/0009-0005-4425-8411
Muhammad Kristiawan University of Bengkulu https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1077-4013
Edy Susanto Universitas Pat Petulai
Sheren Dwi Oktaria Lampung University https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7075-5762
Julie Simon Macariola Shinawatra University https://orcid.org/0009-0004-5158-1201

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56741/ijlree.v4i03.1217

Keywords:

Classroom Teaching, Digital Literacy, Elementary Education, Literature Review

Abstract

Digital literacy is not just an additional skill but a basic need that every individual must have in the modern era. This systematic literature review aims to identify the most effective strategies in improving digital literacy in the field of teaching. The stages of this review follow the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) reporting standards by searching academic literature through the Scopus database. The included studies meet the criteria that the articles were published between 2024, the studies were written in English, and open access and social sciences were the subject areas. The results of the study found 91 publications related to digital literacy in teaching. The research trend shows a significant increase from year to year. This indicates the increasing attention and urgency of this topic among researchers. A total of 42 countries were identified as the origin of publications, with Indonesia as the country of origin of the most publications. In addition, the main themes were not to be related to potential strategies for digital literacy in teaching, ranging from the use of advanced technology to empowering teachers and students. These strategies aim to create an inclusive, adaptive, and collaborative learning environment where technology becomes a tool to support meaningful learning. By ensuring effective technology integration, adequate teacher training, equity of access, and the use of collaborative teaching methods, digital literacy can become a key foundation for educational success in the digital age.

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Author Biographies

Elsa Viona, University of Bengkulu

is a doctoral program student in education, FKIP, University of Bengkulu, Indonesia. Her research interests are in educational management, educational administration, educational science, and social science. She actively writes articles on education and contributes to book chapters on educational management and policy analysis. (email: elsavionaona29@gmail.com).

Sudarwan Danim, University of Bengkulu

is a Professor of Education in Bengkulu University. He currently serves as Head of the Doctoral Study Program in Education, FKIP, University of Bengkulu. His research fields are leadership, supervision, educational management, educational administration, and educational science. He has appeared as a speaker both nationally and internationally. He actively writes articles and books. (email: sudarwan@unib.ac.id).

Rosane Medriati, University of Bengkulu

is a senior lecturer in education at the University of Bengkulu. She currently serves as a lecturer in the Physics Education Study Program, FKIP, University of Bengkulu. Her research areas are physics education, curriculum, educational management, educational administration, and educational science. She has appeared as a speaker at many national seminars. She is also active as a professional trainer. She actively writes articles and books. (email: rosanemedriati@yahoo.com).

Muhammad Kristiawan, University of Bengkulu

is is an Associate Professor of Education in University of Bengkulu. Currently he serves as lecturer in Master of Educational Administration Study Program of University of Bengkulu. His research area is about leadership, supervision, management and administration of education, science of education, social science and technology. He has ever performed as international speakers in many international conferences both India, Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia. He has reviewed a lot of articles from reputable international journal which published by Sage, Frontiers, Springer Nature, Taylor & Francis, Humanities & Social Sciences Communications, Npj Climate Action, Intelektual Pustaka Media Utama, Journal of Learning for Development and others. (email: muhammadkristiawan@unib.ac.id).

Edy Susanto, Universitas Pat Petulai

is a residence in Sawah Lebar, Ratu Agung District, Bengkulu City, Bengkulu Province. His educational history, Undergraduate Degree of Mathematics Education at University of Muhammadiyah Bengkulu; Master Graduate of Educational Administration at University of Bengkulu and Doctoral Education at University of Bengkulu. He is actively writing books on education. (email: edy.susanto722@gmail.com).

Sheren Dwi Oktaria, Lampung University

is a writer and lecturer at Lampung University. Furthermore, she leads the Education Quality Assurance Team for the Masters of Educational Technology Program. She is involved in national-level educational, social, and economic organizations, as well as various training activities and interactive learning media development. She also actively writes and publishes scientific articles in national and international journals. Her scientific fields of study include Blended Learning, Learning Management System (LMS), learning media, and innovative learning models. (email: sheren.dwi@fkip.unila.ac.id).

Julie Simon Macariola, Shinawatra University

is a licensed professional educator with extensive experience in academia since 2003. She holds a Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSED) degree in Filipino Language, as well as a Master's degree in Education (MAEd) with a specialization in Guidance and Counseling. Currently, she is pursuing a Doctorate in Philosophy (PhD) with a major in English. She serves as the International Affairs Manager at Shinawatra University. She is also the International Ambassador for GLEARS Philippines and holds the position of Chief Deputy Director at PSHE Inc. (e-mail is: julie.s@siu.ac.th).

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