THE ROLE OF TEACHERS IN INCREASING DIGITAL LITERACY AMONG STUDENTS

Abstract

The rapid development of digital technology is not accompanied by adequate digital literacy, including among students. Whereas interaction with digital technology that is increasingly intensive at this time requires good digital literacy. This problem is very necessary to be addressed immediately, teachers who have the responsibility to prepare students to bring the country to a better direction. On that basis, this study aims to analyze the role of teachers in improving students' digital literacy. The literature review is used in this research as a method, data collection is carried out including reviewing scientific articles and content on web pages, then data analysis is carried out by making a summary of the articles that have been reviewed with content analysis techniques The results showed that teachers have a number of roles that are very influential in improving students' digital literacy. These roles include: 1) utilizing ICT in learning activities; 2) providing knowledge about digital safety, either directly during learning, or through special training; 3) providing feedback to students when they experience difficulties in using technology; and 4) developing students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills.