THE EFFECT OF DIGITAL LITERACY TO SPATIAL THINKING SKILLS Maryani. E, and Mamat ruhimat
Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Abstract
Currently, digital competence in the form of the use of technological devices, selecting and sorting information, critical, creative, and digital skills as a learning resource are needed. This study aims to measure the level of digital literacy in relation to the spatial thinking skills of students and teachers. The research question is ^Does digital literacy affect spatial thinking skills- The study was conducted in West Java with a sample of 82 teachers and 543 students. The data is processed by using descriptive stratistic. The results of this study indicate that students and teachers have demonstrated digital literacy. Teachers and students use mobile phones as a means of communicating and learning. Digital literacy significantly influences spatial thinking with a contribution of 21.4%, as well as schools and teachers (33.8%). Digital literacy has an influence on spatial thinking skills although it is relatively small, which is only 11.6%. During the pandemic, digital literacy is needed, families, teachers and schools are the main supports entering the digital era. The digital ecosystem both in the family, school and teacher environment needs to be continuously improved so that learning can be more optimal.
Keywords: Digital, literaci, geography skill
Topic: Learning / Teaching Methodologies and Assessment
