IMPROVING DIGITAL LITERACY AND CRITICAL THINKING OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS THROUGH THE DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP TEACHING MODULE

Abstract

The rapid development of digital technology requires strengthening digital literacy competencies and critical thinking skills from an early age, especially in elementary school students. This research aims to improve students' digital literacy and critical thinking skills through the application of Digital Citizenship teaching modules that are designed systematically and contextually. The method used is research and development with the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) model. The subject of the study was a grade V student at an elementary school in Bima City. The instruments used included questionnaires, observation sheets, and critical thinking tests. The results of the study show that the use  of the Digital Citizenship teaching module significantly improves students' understanding of the ethics of digital media use, digital security, and responsibility as digital citizens. In addition, there is an increase in students' critical thinking skills in responding to digital information in a reflective and logical manner. Thus, this module is effective as an innovative learning medium to strengthen 21st century competencies in primary school students.