Implementation of Digital Literacy in Designing Learning Using Canva Application in Baubau High School

This research aims to explore and analyze the impact of digital literacy implementation in designing learning designs using the Canva application in five Senior High Schools (SMA) in Baubau City, namely SMA 1, SMA 2, SMA 3, SMA 4, and SMA 5. The method used is a mixed methods approach combining quantitative and qualitative analysis. Quantitative methods were used to measure the increase in students' skills before and after the implementation of Canva, covering aspects of mastery of digital design tools, creative and aesthetic skills, information organization, collaborative skills, and active participation. Meanwhile, qualitative methods were used to delve into the perceptions of teachers and students regarding the use of Canva in the learning process. The results showed that there was a significant increase in students' skills in all aspects after the implementation of Canva. The average increase in students' skills from the five schools is as follows: mastery of digital design tools increased from 60% to 84%, creative and aesthetic skills from 51% to 76%, information organization from 56% to 72%, collaborative skills from 40% to 78%, and active participation from 40% to 69%. Qualitative analysis revealed that teachers and students welcomed the use of Canva, as this application was able to enhance students' creativity, collaboration, and engagement in the learning process. In conclusion, the implementation of digital literacy through the Canva application has proven effective in improving students' skills in Senior High Schools in Baubau City. These results emphasize the importance of integrating digital technology into learning to prepare students for the challenges of the digital era

21st-century Skills · Computer literacy · Digital Literacy · Multimethodology · Perception · Qualitative property · Qualitative research · SMA · Digital literacy in education · Literacy, Media, and Education · Online Learning Methods and Innovations