Journal of Educational Sciences
Vol. 10 No. 6 (2026): Journal of Educational Sciences

The Role of “Digital Warrior Teachers” in Optimizing the Utilization of Interactive Flat Panel through the Technology Ambassador Community

Anijar Hapni Siregar (Master of Educational Management Study Program, Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, 55281, Indonesia)
Maya Novita Sari (Master of Educational Management Study Program, Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, 55281, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the strategic role of "Digital Warrior Teachers” (DWT) within the Technology Ambassador community in optimizing the use of Interactive Flat Panels (IFP) in classroom learning, as well as to develop a community-based educational human resource management concept. This study uses a qualitative case study approach. Data were collected through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with 10 DWTs from various regions in Indonesia, netnographic observations in the Technology Ambassador WhatsApp community, and document analysis of teaching modules and IFP usage logs. The results identified three collective mechanisms: (1) socio-emotional: reducing teachers' technological anxiety through peer mentoring and real-life demonstrations; (2) interactive-pedagogical: transforming IFP into a student-centered interactive learning center; (3) managerial-collaborative: building a digital asset repository and policy bridges. The success of IFP optimization does not rely on individual technical abilities but on the collective mechanisms implemented by DWTs through the Technology Ambassador community. This study concludes that strengthening professional communities is more decisive for digital transformation success than conventional technical training. Further research is recommended to explore the internal dynamics of trust and social solidarity within the community through long-term netnographic or phenomenological studies.

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Journal Info

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JES

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Religion Humanities Education Library & Information Science Other

Description

JES publishes original articles on the latest issues and trends occurring regionally and internationally in the educational sciences with the aim to advance our knowledge both in term of theory and practice. Moreover, this journal also covers the issues concerned with the following special sections: ...