JEELS (Journal of English Education and Linguistics Studies)
Vol. 12 No. 1 (2025): JEELS May 2025

Digital literacy development of undergraduate students for Society 5.0: pedagogical implication for language and science education

Iftanti, Erna (Unknown)
Madayani, Nany Soengkono (Unknown)
Ningrum, Ary Setya Budhi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
14 Mar 2025

Abstract

The rapid advancement of technology in the era of Society 5.0 has reshaped education, leading this study to investigate how students develop and strengthen their digital literacy skills. This qualitative research was conducted among students from the Language and Science Departments of a state Islamic university in Tulungagung, Indonesia. From 174 students responding to the questionnaire, twelve were purposively selected for in-depth interviews based on their high level of digital literacy. Data were analyzed thematically using a systemic qualitative approach that involved cross-verifying interview findings with observational data. Findings reveal that internal factors such as curiosity about technology, intrinsic motivation, learning needs, and preference for digital tools strongly influence students’ digital literacy. External factors—particularly social environment, academic culture, and lifestyle— were found to enhance these skills. Pedagogically, this study proposes transformative strategies such as the integration of online laboratories (OLABS), digital-based learning systems, and technology-oriented competitions. As a transformative study, it calls for Islamic higher education institutions to foster a digitally enriched learning ecosystem that aligns with the demands of Society 5.0.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jeels

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

JEELS aims to disseminate the results of research in English Education and Linguistics. The published articles are the findings of research in the field of English language education and linguistics. The scope of research includes: English language teaching and learning English language testing and ...