Analyzing the Use of Digital Media in Enhancing Literacy and Numeracy Skills in Primary Education

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10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_15How to use a DOI?

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Digital Media; Literacy-Numeracy; Primary Education

Abstract

Limited technological infrastructure, including digital devices and internet connectivity, poses a major barrier to the optimal use of digital media for literacy and numeracy instruction in primary schools, particularly in remote areas. This situation leads to disparities in access and technological understanding among students. This study aims to describe the use of digital media in supporting literacy and numeracy learning among primary school students in Gangga Island, West Likupang, North Minahasa, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. A qualitative method was employed, with data collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis followed the Miles and Huberman model, involving data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that digital media has a significant positive impact on students’ learning motivation, access to diverse learning materials, and the interactivity of literacy and numeracy instruction. The novelty of this study lies in its focus on a remote area with limited infrastructure, addressing a research gap concerning the use of technology in geographically and resource-constrained contexts. In conclusion, while digital media holds substantial potential to enhance learning quality, its effective and equitable implementation requires improved facilities and teacher capacity development.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Deysti T. Tarusu
AU  - Junita C. Makawawa
AU  - Gracia G. Gampu
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/11/24
TI  - Analyzing the Use of Digital Media in Enhancing Literacy and Numeracy Skills in Primary Education
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Educational Science and Teacher Education (ICESTE 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 176
EP  - 192
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_15
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_15
ID  - Tarusu2025
ER  -