doi: 10.18178/ijiet.2025.15.8.2371
Effectiveness of Web-Based Digital Library for Elementary School
Halomoan1
,
Muhammad Hakiki2,* ,
Rido Putra1 ,
Desty Endrawati Subroto3 ,
Khusnul Khotimah4 ,
Indra Bulan5 ,
Misra Nofrita6 ,
Rita Arianti6 ,
Kurniati Rahmadani3 ,
Resti Utami7 ,
Abdulnassir Yassin8
- 1Faculty of Social Sciences, Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang, Indonesia
- 2Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Surabaya, Indonesia
- 3Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Bina Bangsa, Banten, Indonesia
- 4Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, Universitas Muhammadiyah Kotabumi, Lampung, Indonesia
- 5Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Lampung, Lampung, Indonesia
- 6Faculty of Education, Universitas Rokania, Riau, Indonesia
- 7Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia
- 8Faculty of Education, Islamic University in Uganda, Mbale, Uganda
- Manuscript receivedDecember 2, 2024
- revisedJanuary 2, 2025
- acceptedFebruary 25, 2025
- publishedAugust 22, 2025
Abstract
This study investigates the development and evaluation of a web-based digital library tailored for primary education, addressing the critical demand for digital resources that are both accessible and engaging in supporting foundational learning. The initiative aims to bridge the gap in interactive and inclusive educational tools while aligning with curriculum standards. A structured 4D model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate) was employed to guide the library’s development. The evaluation involved expert validators, teachers, and students, assessing the library’s validity, practicality, and effectiveness through structured instruments and user feedback. Results from expert validators indicate high validity, with average scores of 0.92 for material content and 0.91 for media design, signifying strong adherence to educational standards and age-appropriateness. Practicality analysis yielded an average score of 81.2%, classified as “very practical,” emphasizing the library’s relevance, system reliability, and ability to engage students. The effectiveness evaluation scored an average of 83.6%, categorized as “highly effective,” validating the library’s role in enhancing digital literacy and fostering active student participation. These findings underline the potential of web-based digital libraries to support primary education by delivering curriculum-aligned, interactive, and inclusive learning experiences. This study contributes to the advancement of technology-enhanced learning tools, presenting empirical evidence of the web-based digital library’s impact. It serves as a model for future innovations in digital resources aimed at enriching primary education through engagement and inclusivity.
Keywords
- web-based digital library
- elementary education
- development research
How to Cite
Halomoan, Muhammad Hakiki, Rido Putra, Desty Endrawati Subroto, Khusnul Khotimah, Indra Bulan, Misra Nofrita, Rita Arianti, Kurniati Rahmadani, Resti Utami, and Abdulnassir Yassin, "Effectiveness of Web-Based Digital Library for Elementary School," International Journal of Information and Education Technology, vol. 15, no. 8, pp. 1698-1708, 2025. https://doi.org/10.18178/ijiet.2025.15.8.2371
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