Improving High School Students Digital Literacy Through Digital Ethics and Skills Education

Authors

  • Reni Haerani Information Systems Study Program, Universitas Pamulang, Serang, Indonesia
  • Angga Pramadjaya Information Systems Study Program, Universitas Pamulang, Serang, Indonesia
  • Joko Prasetiana Information Systems Study Program, Universitas Pamulang, Serang, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35568/abdimas.v9i2.7767

Keywords:

Digital Literacy, Digital Ethics, High School Students , Cybersecurity Education, Community Service Program

Abstract

The rapid advancement of information technology requires students to possess not only technical competencies but also strong digital ethics.  This community service program aimed to enhance high school students' digital literacy through digital ethics and skills education. The program involved 50 eleventh-grade students and was implemented using participatory methods, including training, outreach, and mentoring. The materials covered social media ethics, personal data protection, critical evaluation of digital information, and the productive use of technology. Evaluation was conducted using pre-and post-tests and behavioral observations. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ digital literacy, with average scores increasing from 56.4% to 89%. Students demonstrated better awareness of digital responsibility, misinformation, and ethical online behavior. This program effectively strengthened students’ capacity to navigate the digital environment responsibly and productively.

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Published

2026-04-30

How to Cite

Improving High School Students Digital Literacy Through Digital Ethics and Skills Education. (2026). ABDIMAS: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat, 9(2), 965-975. https://doi.org/10.35568/abdimas.v9i2.7767