DIGITAL LITERACY AND STUDENT ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN UNIVERSITIES: A META-ANALYSIS (2024)

Authors

  • Ocvita ArdhianiFaculty of Psychology, Gunadarma University, Depok, Indonesia
  • M. Noor Rochman HadjamFaculty of Psychology, Gunadarma University, Depok, Indonesia
  • Dinda Rakhma FitrianiFaculty of Communication Sciences, Gunadarma University, Depok, Indonesia

Keywords:

Academic Performance, Digital Literacy, College Students, Meta-Analysis

Abstract

The development of Information and Communication Technology in the world, especially the internet, demands its use in the field of Education, in this case students at the university level are required to use blended learning methods so that they must have the skills and skills to use digital technology or digital literacy skills in lectures to support good academic performance. Previous research has shown a correlation between digital literacy and academic performance, but no research has focused on how much influence the r and size of the correlation of the two special variables have on students at the university level. This meta-analysis aims to measure the relationship between digital literacy and student academic performance at the university level by considering the effect size. The total sample in this study was 4105 students from 15 studies that were considered eligible. The results of the meta-analysis show that digital literacy has a positive and significant correlation to student academic performance at the moderate level with a 95% CI (0.184; 0.444). The heterogeneity test showed good results and there was no publication bias.

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DIGITAL LITERACY AND STUDENT ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN UNIVERSITIES: A META-ANALYSIS (2024)

FAQs

DIGITAL LITERACY AND STUDENT ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN UNIVERSITIES: A META-ANALYSIS? ›

In line with the results of this meta-analysis research, a study conducted by Sari (2022) showed that digital literacy abilities such as basic internet skills, searching and obtaining information, information sources used, and the ability to use information effectively have a significant relationship with academic ...

How does digital literacy affect the academic performance of students? ›

Both digital literacy and self-directed learning are concerned with learners' characteristics and their levels of engagement. Higher levels of digital literacy and self-directed learning lead to higher levels of engagement, resulting in better academic achievement (Hwang and Oh, 2021; Kara, 2022).

What is the impact of digital media in academic performance by the students? ›

Addiction and Time Management: Excessive usage of social media may result in addiction-like behaviours, causing students to spend considerable amounts of time on these platforms at the detriment of academics. Equity and Access: Not all students have equal access to technology and reliable internet connections.

What is the importance of digital literacy to you as a student? ›

Digital literacy equips students with the ability to communicate via various digital channels, including email, social media, and video conferencing. These skills are not only crucial for maintaining personal and professional relationships but also for future career prospects.

What is a meta analysis in education research? ›

Meta-analysis, or quantitative synthesis, is the statistical combination of research findings. It can identify whether an intervention or approach, on balance, is effective or not, and can explain variation in findings by identifying patterns associated with larger or smaller effects across studies.

How does digital literacy enhance learning? ›

Supports Lifelong Skills

While technology is ever-changing, digital literacy foundations empower students with base knowledge and skills that can be applied to various types of technology now as well as in the future.

How does digital media improve student learning? ›

Using digital media in the classroom may improve learning outcomes by giving students more accessible access to a variety of resources and encouraging them to work together and share their findings (Ashar, Kamdi, & Kurniawan, 2021; Olivier, Verdonck, & Caseleijn, 2020).

How does digital technology affects the learning of students? ›

Digital learning allows students to access more knowledge and ensures that the content is customisable and tailored to their specific requirements. The ability to assist each student in studying at their speed and on their route is the most crucial advantage of digital learning.

What are the positive impact of electronic media on students? ›

Digital Media Can Improve Communication Skills

While there are certainly potential risks associated with this, there are also many positive effects. For example, digital communication can aid kids in practising their writing skills, as they learn to express themselves clearly and concisely in text-based messages.

What are the three pillars of digital literacy? ›

Hiller Spires's definition of what it actually constitutes. In this regard, she has outlined three pillars of digital literacy: (a) finding and consuming digital content, (b) creating digital content, and (c) the ability to share and communicate it effectively.

What is the conclusion of digital literacy? ›

Conclusion. Digital literacy has so many benefits that will improve everyone's life. To be a digital citizen, you need to learn how to integrate new technology into your day-to-day living. With digital literacy, you can put your business online and tell the world what you do for a living.

Is meta-analysis a good research method? ›

By conducting a metaanalysis, the biases of narrative reviews can be limited or overcome. Therefore, meta-analysis is considered to provide evidence with the highest level of accuracy.

Why is a meta-analysis study important? ›

Benefits of meta-analysis

Through meta-analysis, researchers can combine smaller studies, essentially making them into one big study, which may help show an effect. Additionally, a meta-analysis can help increase the accuracy of the results. This is also because it is, in effect, increasing the size of the study.

How computer literacy affects academic performance of students? ›

Computer literacy has a positive correlation with task performance, especially when tasks involve the use of familiar software. Students with greater ICT literacy often had substantially higher academic achievement, with the strongest link found among senior high school students.

How does digital literacy affect? ›

Digital literacy skills help individuals understand the importance of securing their online information and the potential risks of cyber-attacks. It enables individuals to use tools such as firewalls, antivirus software, and two-factor authentication to secure their digital assets.

How does educational technology affect academic performance? ›

They assure that they contribute effectively in their classroom tasks. They grow more likely to demonstrate knowledge gained from the presented material. When technology is applied in class, students' opportunities to gain knowledge increase as they can easily search the internet, their tables, etc to gain knowledge.

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