The Influence of Digital Literacy on the National Character of Grade XI Accounting Students of SMK Negeri 1 Lamongan

Abstract

This study aims to determine the effect of digital literacy on the national character of Grade XI Accounting I students at SMK Negeri 1 Lamongan. Digital literacy refers to students’ ability to use, understand, and wisely utilize digital media and technology. Meanwhile, national character includes values such as tolerance, patriotism, peace-loving, social care, and responsibility. This research uses a quantitative approach with a simple linear regression method. The research instrument was a questionnaire distributed to 35 students as respondents. The results showed a positive and significant effect of digital literacy on students’ national character. These findings indicate that the higher the students’ level of digital literacy, the better their national character. Therefore, enhancing digital literacy can be an effective strategy in developing a strong sense of national character among vocational high school students.