Strengthening Digital Citizenship Through the Use of Interactive Learning Media in Civic Education

Abstract

In the digital era, the existence of information and communication technology has encouraged the development of science and the transformation of work systems from conventional to digital. Digital citizenship exists as a response to technological developments so that citizens can use technology responsibly. This article describes the use of interactive learning media in citizenship education as an effort to strengthen digital citizenship. The research method used is descriptive with a qualitative approach, with data collection through interviews and literature study. The research results show that the use of interactive learning media effectively increases students' learning motivation and supports strengthening digital citizenship at SMP N 25 Surakarta. Through various interactive learning media developed, students show high learning motivation so that interactive learning media is considered effective in achieving learning goals. Through interactive learning media in citizenship education, it is hoped that students will be able to integrate knowledge, skills and attitudes of citizens to encourage the strengthening of digital citizenship