Enhancing Digital Literacy and Biology Understanding through Android-Based Learning Media: A Kodular Platform Development and Evaluation

Authors

  • Ahmad Yani Biology Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education; Universitas Terbuka, Indonesia
  • Syamsu Rijal Program Studi Pendidikan Biologi, FIP Universitas Puangrimaggalatung
  • Rismawati Rismawati Program Studi Pendidikan Biologi, FIP Universitas Puangrimaggalatung
  • Dyah Anisa Kismiati Program Studi Pendidikan Biologi, FKIP Universitas Terbuka
  • Astuti Muh Amin Institut Agama Islam Negeri Ternate, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35445/alishlah.v17i3.5762

Keywords:

Android, digital literacy, biology education, interactive learning, Kodular

Abstract

Traditional biology instruction often neglects digital literacy development, despite its increasing importance in 21st-century education. There is a pressing need for integrated learning tools that enhance both biological understanding and digital competencies.This study aimed to design and evaluate an Android-based biology learning media using the Kodular platform. A Research and Development (R&D) approach was adopted, following the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). Sixteen grade XI students from Senior High School 2 Wajo were selected through random sampling. Data collection involved expert validation sheets, practicality and effectiveness questionnaires, and digital literacy tests.The developed media achieved high expert validation scores (82.33%) and was rated highly practical (82.5%). Paired pre-test and post-test results showed significant improvements in both biology comprehension (41.8%) and digital literacy (39.4%). Additionally, 94% of students reported that the media was effective in enhancing their engagement and understanding of the subject matter.The Kodular-based learning media proved to be an effective tool for fostering student motivation, improving conceptual understanding, and developing digital skills. Its interactive features—such as videos, animations, and quizzes—addressed common limitations in traditional instruction. The design's scalability also makes it adaptable to other STEM subjects with minimal content modification.Kodular-based media offers a flexible, user-friendly, and pedagogically sound approach to integrating digital literacy and subject learning, supporting students’ preparedness for the digital era.

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2025-09-29

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Yani, A., Rijal, S., Rismawati, R., Kismiati, D. A., & Amin, A. M. (2025). Enhancing Digital Literacy and Biology Understanding through Android-Based Learning Media: A Kodular Platform Development and Evaluation. AL-ISHLAH: Jurnal Pendidikan, 17(3), 4754–4764. https://doi.org/10.35445/alishlah.v17i3.5762

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Vol. 17 No. 3 (2025): SEPTEMBER 2025

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