Indonesian EFL Journal
Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025)

DIGITAL LITERACY ATTITUDES AMONG EFL PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF LEARNING MEDIA

Dila Charisma (Universitas Muhammadiyah Cirebon)
Rudi Hartono (Universitas Negeri Semarang)
Sri Wahyuni (Universitas Negeri Semarang)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 Jun 2025

Abstract

This study investigates the digital literacy attitudes of seventh-semester EFL pre-service teachers at one Muhammadiyah University in West Java, focusing on their experiences, challenges, and needs in utilizing digital tools for instructional purposes. While digital literacy is increasingly recognized as a crucial skill in modern education, many pre-service teachers face significant obstacles, including limited technical proficiency, difficulty in accessing credible online resources, and a lack of understanding of ethical considerations in digital content creation. Employing a qualitative approach through open-ended questionnaires and semi-structured interviews, this research explores participants’ perspectives on using digital tools such as Canva and Wordwall in developing learning media. The findings reveal that although pre-service teachers are enthusiastic about incorporating technology into their teaching practices, technical difficulties and ethical concerns often hinder their efforts. Participants emphasized the need for more practical training, hands-on workshops, and ethical guidelines to enhance their digital literacy competencies. The study highlights the importance of integrating structured digital literacy training into teacher education programs, ensuring that future educators are well-equipped to design engaging and pedagogically sound instructional media. Addressing these challenges will ultimately contribute to improving the quality of EFL teaching and fostering a more technology-integrated learning environment.

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