Kasuari: Physics Education Journal (KPEJ)
Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026): June 2026

Profile of Students' Critical Thinking Skills and Digital Literacy in Energy Sources Material

Suminarsih Suminarsih (Universitas PGRI Semarang)
Nur Khoiri (Universitas PGRI Semarang)
Harto Nuroso (Universitas PGRI Semarang)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Jun 2026

Abstract

Critical thinking skills help students analyse information deeply, make rational decisions, and solve problems creatively. Meanwhile, digital literacy is a key competency for navigating the rapid, diverse flow of information in today’s technological era. The purpose of this study is to examine students’ profiles of critical thinking skills and digital literacy in physics learning. This research employs a descriptive qualitative design. Data on critical thinking skills were collected through written tests containing descriptive questions. Students' digital literacy skills were measured using a questionnaire on student learning habits with digital media. The results of this study indicate that, in general, students' critical thinking skills in physics learning are currently in the category, with an average percentage of 68,4% however, students' weaknesses are visible in the indicators, conclude and set strategy and tactics, each with a percentage 62% and 56%, which is in the category low. Skill analysis results: digital literacy students showed better achievement, with an average percentage of 68,2%, which is in the good category. However, as with critical thinking skills, challenges arise in indicators' digital content production (58%) and personal data security (63%), both of which are in the 'enough' category. These results indicate that although students already possess basic critical thinking and digital literacy skills, several important aspects need improvement. This improvement can be achieved through a more integrated physics learning, with activities that emphasise in-depth analysis, information synthesis, and the safe and secure production of digital content.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

kpej

Publisher

Subject

Education Physics

Description

Kasuari: Physics Education Journal (KPEJ) is a peer-reviewed open access journal and aims to provide a forum for researchers, lecturer, educational practitioners and University student on all topics related to physics education. The journal provides forum for the sharing, dissemination and ...