Exploring Pre-Service English Teachers’ Understanding and Perspectives of Digital Literacy in Learning Process

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to exploring understanding of pre service English teachers in English education at Universitas Muhammadiyah Kalimantan Timur (UMKT) regarding digital literacy in learning, as well as the perception of pre-service English teachers about the importance of digital literacy in Education. This research is conducted using descriptive research techniques, qualitative case studies. The subjects of this research are four students from the English Education Department. The instrument used in this research was interview and observation. The results show that most students already have a good understanding of digital literacy in general, but in the scope of education students understanding are still weak, and students have a positive perspective on digital literacy and are aware that it is important to have an understanding of digital literacy.