Journal Profile: Literasi Nusantara General Information Attribute Description Journal Title Literasi Nusantara Initials jln Frequency 3 issues per year (Every 4 months: February, June, October) Language English / Indonesian DOI https://doi.org/10.56480/jln Business Model Open Access Online ISSN 2746-8208 Print ISSN 2746-3575 Publisher Yayasan Citra Dharma Cindekia Established Volume 1 Number 1, November 2020 Type of Review Double Blind Review Focus and Scope Literasi Nusantara invites contributions of original and novel fundamental research. The journal publishes scientific studies, industrial problem-solving, and review papers dealing with Education, Arts, and Technology, including: Core Education: Teaching and Learning of Science, Social Sciences, Mathematics, Citizenship Education, and Indonesian Language. Primary Schooling: Local Content and Thematic Learning in Primary Schools / Madrasah Ibtidaiyah. Development & Psychology: Educational Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Character Education, Inclusive Education, and Guidance and Counseling. Arts & Culture: Theory and practice of dance, music, drama, craft, and philosophical positions in art. Management & Innovation: Curriculum, Educational Evaluation, Pedagogics, Learning Innovation, and Management of Education. Educational Technology: Innovative works on Learning System Design, development, implementation, assessment, and case studies in educational technology. Accepted Research Methodologies The journal welcomes various types of research approaches, such as: Classroom Action Research (CAR). Survey Research. Research and Development (R&D). Descriptive and Experimental Research. Publication Ethics Notice: All articles submitted to Literasi Nusantara must be strictly free from any form of Plagiarism or Self-Plagiarism. The journal upholds high standards of academic integrity through rigorous screening.
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Persuasive Strategies in WHO Media Briefings on the Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak
The 2026 outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola virus disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda posed significant challenges to global health governance due to the limited availability of effective biomedical interventions. In such circumstances, communication became a strategic instrument for maintaining public trust and managing societal responses to the crisis. This study aims to analyze the rhetorical strategies employed by the World Health Organization (WHO) in its official media briefing on the Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak through the perspective of Aristotelian rhetoric. Using a qualitative descriptive approach and rhetorical criticism method, this research examines the transcript of WHO’s media briefing delivered on May 20, 2026. The data were analyzed based on Aristotle’s three rhetorical appeals: ethos, pathos, and logos. The findings reveal that WHO constructed ethos through international legal legitimacy and global institutional collaboration, utilized pathos to manage public anxiety and foster international solidarity, and employed logos by presenting epidemiological evidence and fact-based arguments to justify its response to the outbreak. The study demonstrates that rhetoric plays a crucial role in maintaining institutional legitimacy and strengthening public trust during global health emergencies. Furthermore, the findings confirm the continued relevance of Aristotelian rhetoric in understanding contemporary health crisis communication practices.
Institutional Partners: Universitas Trunodjoyo Madura
Partner Clusters: Universitas Trunodjoyo Madura
Copyright (c) 2026 Khrisna Adji Maulidi, Zaki, Alfina Alfia Zahra, Farida Nurul Rahmawati (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Business Communication Strategy of Egg White MSMEs in Building Consumer Trust and Attractiveness
The development of MSMEs in the health-based processed food sector, such as egg white products, continues to grow alongside the trend of healthy lifestyles. However, these products are often perceived as simple commodities lacking market differentiation. This study aims to analyze integrated business communication strategies implemented by egg white MSMEs to enhance consumer trust and product appeal. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed. Data were gathered through in-depth interviews with 3 egg white MSME owners and 15 regular consumers, field observations of marketing channels, and structural documentation. Data analysis followed the Miles and Huberman framework, comprising data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The conceptual and empirical findings indicate that an Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) strategy combining clear nutritional education, service excellence, operational transparency, and clean visual branding significantly shapes positive consumer perceptions. Transparent and honest communication reduces perceived risk and establishes consumer trust, while aesthetic packaging design acts as a primary stimulus driving emotional attachment and purchase intention.
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhammad Albi Putra Pratama, Rio Kurniawan, Mochammad Sakti Aditya Pratama (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Business Communication Adaptation of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Transition from Offline Sales Systems to Digital Marketplaces
The development of digital technology has brought changes in various fields, including the business sector. These changes encourage many Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to shift from offline sales systems to digital marketplaces. This transition not only changes the way businesses sell their products but also affects the pattern of communication with consumers. This study aims to examine the adaptation process of business communication among MSMEs during the transition from offline to digital marketplaces, the changes in communication patterns, and the supporting and inhibiting factors in the process. This research employed a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. The results show that MSMEs have shifted their communication patterns from face-to-face interactions to digital communication through chat features, product descriptions, and customer reviews. Fast responses and communicative language also play an important role in building consumer trust. However, several obstacles are still encountered, such as low digital literacy and limited ability to manage digital communication. Therefore, the ability to adapt business communication becomes an important factor in improving the competitiveness of MSMEs in the digital era.
Copyright (c) 2026 Elsaday Sihombing, Zehroh, Rio Kurniawan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Rhetorical Analysis of Dr. Tirta's TikTok Content on Coffee Consumption Patterns
This study aims to analyze rhetorical strategies in health communication delivered through social media, particularly in Dr. Tirta’s TikTok content regarding coffee consumption patterns. The background of this study is based on the increasing use of social media as a source of health information, as well as the high level of coffee consumption among the public, which is not always accompanied by an adequate understanding of healthy consumption patterns. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach using text discourse analysis to examine the verbal and nonverbal elements in the video entitled “How Many Times a Day Does Dr. Tirta Drink Coffee?”. The analysis is conducted using Aristotle’s rhetorical theory, which encompasses ethos, logos, and pathos. The findings indicate that Dr. Tirta utilizes ethos through his credibility as a medical professional and his authentic communication style, logos through the delivery of fact-based information and medical reasoning, and pathos through an emotional approach that resonates with the audience’s daily experiences. The combination of these three rhetorical elements results in health messages that are persuasive, easy to understand, and relevant to the audience’s context. This study confirms that rhetorical strategies play an important role in enhancing the effectiveness of health communication on social media.
Copyright (c) 2026 Louise Darma Muthaharroh, Safinatun Naja, Asfarazain Salsa Bila Azzahro, Farida Nurul Rahmawati (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Influence of Digital Communication Strategies on Consumer Purchase Intention Among SMEs on Instagram
The rapid growth of digital technology has transformed business communication practices, particularly among Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) utilizing social media platforms such as Instagram. This study aims to examine the influence of digital communication strategies on consumer purchase intention among SMEs operating on Instagram. Using a qualitative descriptive approach through a literature review method, this study analyzes previous research, academic literature, and digital marketing practices related to communication strategies, consumer behavior, and social media marketing. The findings indicate that effective digital communication strategies, including attractive visual content, persuasive messaging, audience engagement, content consistency, and interactive communication, significantly contribute to increasing consumer purchase intention. Instagram features such as Stories, Reels, Live Streaming, and Direct Messages provide opportunities for SMEs to establish stronger relationships with consumers and enhance brand awareness. Furthermore, the application of the AIDA model and persuasion theory demonstrates how communication strategies can influence consumer decision-making processes from attention to purchasing action. The study concludes that digital communication strategies play a crucial role in influencing consumer attitudes, strengthening trust, and encouraging purchase intentions in digital business environments. The findings provide practical insights for SMEs seeking to optimize communication effectiveness and improve marketing performance through social media platforms.
Copyright (c) 2026 R.Aj Rizqia Anisa Putri, Muhammad Doni Al Rafly Tanjung, Rio Kurniawan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Communication Science Students’ Perception of Somethinc’s Product Discount Promotion Strategy on TikTok
This study aims to analyze the perceptions of Communication Science students at Universitas Trunojoyo Madura toward Somethinc product discount promotions on TikTok, identify the factors influencing those perceptions, and examine their impact on students’ interest in the products. This research employed a qualitative descriptive approach within a constructivist paradigm. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation involving five Communication Science students who actively use TikTok and have encountered Somethinc discount promotions on the platform. The findings indicate that students generally have positive perceptions of Somethinc’s discount promotions on TikTok. The promotions are considered attractive, informative, easy to understand, and effective in capturing attention through creative visual content and clear messages. Students’ perceptions are influenced by personal experience, product needs, promotional characteristics, and the intensity of TikTok usage. Furthermore, the promotions increase students’ interest in Somethinc products by encouraging them to seek product information and consider purchasing decisions. The study concludes that discount promotions on TikTok are an effective digital marketing communication strategy for attracting consumer attention and increasing purchase interest among university students.
Copyright (c) 2026 Difa Anugrah Indah Cahyani, Yuliana Astutik, Rio Kurniawan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Positive and Negative Business Messages in the Digital Age
The rapid advancement of digital technologies has fundamentally transformed the landscape of business communication, enabling organizations to interact with stakeholders through multiple digital platforms in real time. This study aims to examine the implementation of positive and negative business messages in the digital era and analyze their implications for stakeholder relationships and digital reputation management. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed using content analysis of business communication practices across social media, email marketing, mobile applications, and customer service interactions. Data were gathered from secondary sources, including corporate digital communications, academic literature, and documented business communication cases. The findings indicate that positive business messages—such as appreciation, promotional information, service confirmations, and customer recognition—contribute significantly to stakeholder engagement, customer satisfaction, and brand loyalty when delivered through personalized and interactive communication strategies. Conversely, negative business messages, including complaint handling, service failures, rejection notices, and crisis responses, require greater levels of transparency, empathy, responsiveness, and accountability to minimize reputational risks. Furthermore, the study reveals that the increasing speed of information dissemination in digital environments amplifies both positive and negative communication outcomes. While positive messages can enhance brand advocacy and strengthen organizational image , poorly managed negative messages may rapidly escalate into reputational crises due to the viral nature of social media platforms. This research highlights the continuing relevance of traditional business communication principles while emphasizing the necessity of adapting message strategies to contemporary digital audiences. Ultimately, effective communication in the digital age requires organizations to balance technological efficiency with human-centered approaches.
Copyright (c) 2026 R. Aj Rizqia Anisa Putri, Muhammad Doni Al Rafly Tanjung, Rio Kurniawan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Communication Resilience among Chronic Illness Patients: A Phenomenological Study of Hepatitis B Survivors Facing Social Stigma
This study aims to explore the communication resilience demonstrated by Hepatitis B survivors after overcoming the critical stages of their illness, particularly when dealing with social stigma. Chronic diseases not only affect physical health but also generate psychological and social challenges due to prejudice and limited public understanding. Employing a qualitative phenomenological approach, this research investigates the communication experiences of two female Hepatitis B survivors who have encountered stigmatizing attitudes within their social environment. Buzzanell’s (2010) Communication Resilience Theory is used as the analytical framework to examine how individuals reconstruct their identities, maintain social relationships, and create new meanings in response to adversity. The findings reveal that both participants experienced substantial communication challenges, including social exclusion, negative remarks, and misunderstandings arising from inadequate health literacy among community members. Despite these difficulties, they exhibited communication resilience through several strategies, such as controlling the disclosure of personal information, relying on family support, and developing more constructive self-narratives. These findings suggest that resilience extends beyond mere survival; it represents an active communicative process through which survivors adapt, recover, and continue to build meaningful lives despite experiencing social stigma.
Copyright (c) 2026 Aphrodid Aisyah, Adethya Napitupulu, Rafi Dwiko Alif Prananda (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Reception Analysis of Dr. Boyke’s Reproductive Health Messages on TikTok Among Communication Science Students at Universitas Trunodjoyo Madura
The evolution of social media has brought major changes in how the public obtains information, including reproductive health data. TikTok has emerged as a widely used platform for educational content due to its brief, engaging, and digestible videos that resonate with the younger generation. Dr. Boyke Dian Nugraha is a prominent figure actively providing reproductive health education on this platform. This study aims to discover how Communication Science students at Universitas Trunodjoyo Madura interpret Dr. Boyke's reproductive health messages on TikTok and to identify the factors influencing this meaning-making process. Utilizing a qualitative approach rooted in Stuart Hall’s reception analysis, informants were selected via purposive sampling. The criteria included active UTM Communication Science students who use TikTok and have accessed Dr. Boyke’s reproductive health content. Data were gathered through in-depth interviews, non-participatory observation, and documentation. The results indicate that students decode reproductive health messages into three distinct reading positions: dominant-hegemonic, negotiated, and oppositional. Variations in interpretation are driven by personal experience, existing knowledge of reproductive health, social environments, and the intensity of social media usage. These findings highlight TikTok's significant potential as an educational tool for youth reproductive health. However, message effectiveness is determined not just by content, but by the audience's background and characteristics during interpretation.
Copyright (c) 2026 Rafi Joan Pratama, Febiana Putri, M. Jamaluddin Ali Wafi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Health Communication Strategies to Reduce the Habit of Staying Up Late Among Students at Universitas Trunodjoyo Madura
The habit of staying up late (begadang) among university students has become a prevalent phenomenon with significant negative impacts on physical health, cognitive function, emotional stability, and academic performance. This study aims to analyze health communication strategies in reducing the habit of staying up late among students at Universitas Trunodjoyo Madura. Using a qualitative approach through a literature review combined with questionnaire data from 20 respondents across various faculties at UTM, the findings reveal that 65% of respondents frequently stay up late and 90% access social media at night before sleeping. The primary drivers include academic pressure, habitual gadget use, and social influence. Social media dominates as the main source of health information (80%). Effective health communication strategies identified include psychoeducation and sleep literacy, social media health campaigns, peer counseling, and institutional sleep hygiene policies. These integrated strategies are expected to raise students' awareness and promote healthier sleep habits among students at Universitas Trunodjoyo Madura.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nihayatus Sakinah, Zahra Nabila (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Health Communication in the Context of Student Organizations
Mental health has become a critical concern for university students, particularly those involved in student organizations who balance rigorous academic demands with organizational responsibilities. Grounded in the framework of health communication, this study examines how organizational communication influences the mental well-being of student group members. A qualitative phenomenological approach was employed, utilizing purposive sampling to select six participants with active experience in university student organizations. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and field observations. The findings reveal that communication within these groups is primarily bidirectional, characterized by openness, mutual respect, and active engagement. Effective communication facilitates seamless information sharing, constructive feedback, conflict resolution, and emotional reassurance. Furthermore, student organizations function as vital support networks, providing encouragement, empathy, and practical assistance to members navigating academic stress or personal challenges. While supportive communication fosters a sense of security, belonging, and comfort, poor communication leads to confusion, interpersonal conflict, and emotional distress. In conclusion, organizational communication plays a pivotal role in safeguarding student mental health within academic and extracurricular environments. Cultivating an organizational culture rooted in open dialogue, empathy, and mutual support establishes a positive environment that enhances overall well-being. These insights underscore the necessity of enhancing health communication strategies within student organizations as a proactive measure to prevent psychological distress and promote holistic student well-being.
Copyright (c) 2026 Give Thanks Keren Hapuk Manalu, Mahela Widya Astutik, Adhelia Candrika Rahmadini (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Communication Strategy of Health Cadres in Stunting Prevention
This study aims to analyze the communication strategies employed by health cadres in stunting prevention in Pejagan Village. This study used a qualitative, descriptive approach to gain a deeper understanding of the communication process between health cadres and the community. Data were collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. The results indicate that health cadres implemented various communication strategies, such as outreach at integrated health posts (Posyandu), interpersonal communication, and door-to-door visits. Furthermore, the use of communication media such as leaflets, KIA (Child Health Information) books, and social media contributed to the dissemination of information to the community. However, challenges remain, including low public awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle and limited data on stunted toddlers. Therefore, a more adaptive and sustainable communication strategy is needed to ensure a more effective stunting prevention program.
Copyright (c) 2026 Qurrotin A’yun, Nasywa Salsabila, Nur Aliya Natasyah, Farida Nurul Rakhmawati (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Social media has intensified the circulation of skincare messages that combine health education with product promotion. This study examines how skincare advertising content on TikTok and Instagram constructs meanings of education and marketing through visual, verbal, and audiovisual signs. The study applies a qualitative semiotic approach based on Charles Sanders Peirce's triadic model of sign, object, and interpretant. The research objects are skincare-related advertising and review contents from Instagram @skincarewanita.id and TikTok @hallo.manis, selected purposively because they display product comparison, recommendation, and educational claims. Data were collected through content observation, screenshot documentation, caption analysis, and audience-comment reading. The results show that Instagram tends to construct skincare messages through static visual comparison, carousel narratives, product labels, and concise claim texts, whereas TikTok builds persuasion through creator performance, spoken testimony, trending audio, facial expression, and fast-paced editing. Both platforms use educational signs such as ingredient explanations, skin-type categories, and usage tips; however, these signs often operate simultaneously as promotional cues that direct audiences toward particular products. The study concludes that the meaning of skincare education in social media advertising is not neutral, because it is shaped by persuasive commercial codes, influencer credibility, and platform-specific forms of attention.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mohammad Nico Fitriyanto, Farida Nurul Rahmawati, Agus Ferdianto, Aufi Akmil Imami (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Health Communication Strategies in Dengue Fever Prevention at Wonokusumo Health Center Surabaya
This study aims to analyze the implementation of health communication strategies as well as the supporting and inhibiting factors affecting communication effectiveness in the Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) prevention program at the Wonokusumo Community Health Center (Puskesmas) in Surabaya. This study employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. Data collection techniques were conducted through observation, interviews, and documentation involving healthcare workers, health volunteers (kader), and community members participating in the DHF prevention program. The results indicate that the health communication strategy is executed through health counseling, "3M Plus" socialization, fogging, mosquito larva inspection, environmental cleanup, and the empowerment of larva monitoring volunteers (jumantik) and the Kampung Surabaya Hebat (KSH) volunteers. This communication strategy is implemented participatively and collaboratively by involving schools, local neighborhood heads (RT/RW), health volunteers, and the surrounding community. Supporting factors for the strategy's effectiveness include cross-sector cooperation, the active involvement of health volunteers, and interpersonal communication that is easily understood by the public. Meanwhile, inhibiting factors include low participation from some community members, a lack of consistency in maintaining environmental cleanliness, and limitations in health promotion media. This study concludes that a health communication strategy based on community participation and health volunteer empowerment can successfully increase public knowledge, awareness, and participation in DHF prevention within densely populated urban areas. Therefore, it is necessary to strengthen health communication media and provide continuous education so that the DHF prevention program can run more effectively and sustainably.
Copyright (c) 2026 Satrio Bagas Prakoso, Moh Agung Kurniawan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The rapid advancement of digital technology has fundamentally transformed the teacher-student relationship, creating an ethical tension between the demand for professional empathy and the protection of teachers' personal privacy. This study aims to analyze the shifting roles and expectations of teachers in the era of unlimited connectivity, examine the ethical dilemmas arising from blurred professional boundaries, and propose a redefinition of ethical boundaries based on digital literacy and contextual policies. Employing a descriptive method and literature review of sources, this research synthesizes theoretical and empirical findings on teacher professionalism, digital ethics, and psychological well-being. The results indicate that unlimited connectivity has shifted teachers' roles from authoritative knowledge transmitters to facilitators and mentors, leading to more horizontal relational dynamics. However, this shift has also intensified ethical dilemmas, including the criminalization of disciplinary actions, the blurring of personal and professional digital identities, and increased psychological stress such as burnout and digital fatigue. The findings further reveal that existing regulations and professional codes of ethics are inadequate to address the complexities of digital communication. The study concludes that redefining ethical boundaries requires a balanced framework integrating enhanced digital literacy for teachers and the development of participatory, context-specific school policies. This redefinition is essential to protect teachers' privacy rights while preserving empathetic, professional educational interactions, thereby ensuring both teacher well-being and the quality of learning in the digital age.
Copyright (c) 2026 Fara Kanza Azzahra, Nadiatus Sarifah, Isna Mazroah, Abdul Azim (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Analysis of Sales Prediction Using Linear Regression as a Data Analytics Learning Media for Students
This research aims to analyze the application of the linear regression method in sales prediction and evaluate its use as a data analytics learning media for students. The method used is a quantitative descriptive approach with two main stages: sales data analysis using linear regression and collecting student perception data through Likert scale-based questionnaires. The dataset used consists of simple sales data that is easy for students to process and understand. The analysis results show that the linear regression method can be used to predict sales effectively and provides a clear overview of the relationships between variables. Furthermore, the questionnaire results indicate that students responded positively to the use of real datasets in learning, particularly in improving material comprehension, engagement in the learning process, and ease of data analysis. Thus, the use of linear regression with real datasets can serve as an effective alternative learning media to enhance student data literacy. This research is expected to be a reference for developing data-based learning methods in the field of data analytics.
Copyright (c) 2026 Agus Nugroho, Tyasmiarni Citrawati, Agung Setyawan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Improving Mathematics Learning Outcomes through the Teams Games Tournament (TGT) Cooperative Learning Model among Fourth-Grade Students
Mathematics learning outcomes of fourth-grade students at SDN Socah 3 were relatively low, particularly in plane geometry topic. This research aims to improve students' mathematics learning outcomes through the application of the Teams Games Tournamet (TGT) cooperative learning model. This classroom action research involved 24 fourth-grade students and was conducted in two cycles where each cycle consisted of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. Data was collected using tests, observations, and documentation. The results of the study showed a consistent improvement in student learning outcomes. The average score increased from 48.54 in the pre-cycle stage with a completion percentage of 20.83%, to 62.58 with a completion rate of 54.17% in Cycle I, and then increased to 81.38 with a completion rate of 91.67% in Cycle II. These findings show that the TGT cooperative learning model can not only improve mathematics learning outcomes, but can also increase student engagement and participation during the learning process. Therefore, the TGT-type cooperative learning model can be considered an effective and contextual learning alternative to mathematics teaching in primary schools.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sulton Akbar, Lenita Rahmawati, Chofa Syalsa Bela, Muhammad Safar, Agung Setyawan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Morning Routine Activities Based on Pancasila Literacy to Instill Nationalist Character in Elementary School Students
This study aims to describe Pancasila Literacy-Based Morning Habituation Activities to Instill Nationalist Character in Elementary Schools. This study uses a Quantitative method. The subject I used in this study was students in grades 5-6 of Mi Al-Mustofa in Surabaya, the data collection techniques used were post test and pre test one group observation, interview, and documentation. Data analysis uses the Pearson and Kuder Richardson Correlation Technique, which shows that Pancasila literacy-based morning activities are not only to fill the hours of social work in the morning but will also have an effect on instilling a Nationalist character.
Copyright (c) 2026 Moch. In’am Ansori, Badruli Martati, Lilik Binti Mirnawati (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
The Use of Digital Folklore as a Medium for Teaching Indonesian to Instill Values in Elementary Schools
This study aims to describe the use of digital folklore media "Asal-Usul Surabaya" as an Indonesian learning medium for instilling values in elementary schools. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study type. Data were collected through in-depth interviews using semi-structured interview guidelines, participant observation with observation sheets and field notes, and documentation studies. The data is analyzed interactively which includes the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion/verification. The results of the study show that: (1) Media implementation requires pedagogical adaptation of teachers and is supported by visionary school policies; (2) Media succeeds in increasing student engagement in a multimodal manner and functions as a common ground for learning; (3) Narrative understanding and internalization of students' character values increases, although there are technical and cognitive constraints that require improvement of media design. The discussion linked the findings to TPACK theory, cognitive theory of multimedia learning, and multimodal literacy, which confirmed that success is determined by the synergy between school policies, teachers' pedagogical competence, and inclusive media design principles. Digital folklore is an effective learning medium for elementary Indonesian. Its effectiveness is multifactorial, depending on the school's policy support, the teacher's ability to design and mediate learning, and the quality of the media design itself that takes into account the technical and cognitive aspects of the students. This study recommends a holistic approach in adopting similar media to ensure sustainability and optimal learning impact.
Copyright (c) 2026 Slamet Slamet, Lilik Binti Mirnawati, Fajar Setiawan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Improving Critical Thinking Skills through the Video-Assisted Problem Solving Method in Elementary School Students
This study aims to (1) describe the application of the Problem Solving method assisted by video media, and (2) improve the of critical thinking skills of grade V elementary school students through the Problem Solving method assisted by video media. The method uses Classroom Action Research (PTK) for two cycles. The subjects of the study were 29 students in grade V of SD Negeri Tambak Wedi 508 Surabaya. Data was collected through observation and test techniques. Quantitative data from observations and tests were analyzed descriptively by calculating the average score and percentage improvement. The results of the study showed an improvement in the quality of method application, especially in the problem formulation and hypothesis submission phases, after scaffolding in the form of structured worksheets and guiding questions. Significant improvements also occurred in students' critical thinking skills. In Cycle I, the majority of students (59%) were in the Sufficient category and 34% in the Need for Guidance category. After the improvement in Cycle II, there was a drastic change, where 59% of students moved up to the Good category and there were no more students in the Need for Guidance category. Observations show. Thus, the Problem Solving method assisted by video media can improve the critical thinking skills of grade V elementary school students. The success of its implementation depends on the proper scaffolding planning and the creation of a supportive learning climate. This study recommends using a similar approach to develop higher-level thinking skills in elementary school students.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nurul Hidayah, Deni Adi Putra, Ishmatun Naila (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Communication Skills of Students in the Application of Deep Learning at SD Muhammadiyah 1 Bangkalan
This study aims to describe the implementation of the Deep Learning approach and explore the communication skills of fourth-grade students at Muhammadiyah 1 Elementary School, Bangkalan, due to low participation and low quality of student idea delivery. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation. Data were then analyzed using the Miles, Huberman, and Saldana model (data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing). The results indicate that Deep Learning through authentic projects demonstrated changes in students' verbal participation patterns through collaborative tasks and improved the coherence of ideas due to the demands of critical thinking. This implementation fostered communication skills by facilitating the functional need to speak in small groups, which is an effective countermeasure to passivity in the classroom. However, its implementation still faced limitations due to the limited time allocated for in-depth dialogic discussions and teacher feedback that focused more on content than on the communication process. This study concludes that Deep Learning is a rich context, but it needs to be supported by a more active teacher role in providing explicit instruction and facilitating dialogue to optimize students' communication potential holistically.
Copyright (c) 2026 Hilda Yuliatina, Lilik Binti Mirnawati, Fajar Setiawan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0