Digital Literacy through a Web-Based Application: Addressing Polarization and Promoting Social Integration among Islamic Senior High School Students
Keywords:
Good citizenship, Literacy digital, MPIS app, Polarization, Social integrationAbstract
Digital literacy encompasses not only technical skills but also
an understanding of social dynamics such as polarization and
the need for social integration in digital environments. This
study aims to examine the effectiveness of a web-based
Mobile Polarization and Social Integration application in
improving students’ digital literacy. A quasi-experimental
design with a control group was employed, involving
students from an Islamic senior high school. Data were
collected using a validated test and analyzed through
comparative statistical methods. The application significantly
enhances students’ digital literacy and supports their
awareness of polarization and social integration. This study
highlights the potential of web-based learning applications to
strengthen digital citizenship and encourage responsible and
inclusive participation in digital spaces.
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