Empowering Rural Education: The Role of Digital Media and Local Wisdom in Improving Learning Outcomes in Elementary Schools

Abstract

The use of digital technology can improve student motivation and learning outcomes in addition to expanding access to education for children in remote areas. Therefore, it is very important to understand how to use digital media effectively in the context of rural education. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method. Direct observation was conducted in several elementary schools that have used digital media in the learning process. Unstructured interviews were conducted with 3 teachersand 3 students, In addition, this literature research includes references to relevant books, journals, and research reports. The results of observations and interviews show that although projectors are available in some schools, they are still rarely used because teachers do not know or are not trained to use them. Students are bored with the boring traditional learning approach. Therefore, building a training program for teachers is very important to increase their confidence in using digital media and create a more interesting learning environment. The use of multimedia technology allows teachers to deliver lessons in an interesting and easy-to-understand way for students. However, problems such as the digital gap and lack of teacher training must be addressed so that technology can be fully utilized in education. This study recommends the importance of training for teachers in using digital media as well as the development of technology infrastructure in rural schools. By providing adequate training, teachers will be more confident in integrating technology into the curriculum, thereby creating a more engaging learning experience for students.