Exploring data literacy self-perception among Indonesian high school students
2025

Exploring Data Literacy Self-Perception Among Indonesian High School Students

Sample size: 97 publication 10 minutes Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Kaur Charanjit, Tan Pei P., Nurjannah Nurjannah, Yuniasih Ririn

Primary Institution: Monash University, Melbourne, Australia

Hypothesis

How do high school students perceive their data literacy skills after participating in data literacy boot camps?

Conclusion

Students became more aware of the usefulness of data literacy and its application in future studies and work after participating in the boot camp.

Supporting Evidence

  • Students reported improved understanding of basic statistical concepts after the boot camps.
  • Qualitative data indicated that students found the practical application of data literacy skills valuable.
  • Participants expressed increased awareness of the importance of data literacy in their future studies and careers.

Takeaway

The study shows that students learned important skills about working with data and felt more confident after attending special classes called boot camps.

Methodology

A mixed-method research design combining quantitative surveys and qualitative focus group discussions was used to assess students' perceptions before and after the boot camps.

Potential Biases

Potential bias in self-reported data from students regarding their perceptions of data literacy.

Limitations

The study was limited to a specific group of students from selected schools in Indonesia, which may not represent all high school students.

Participant Demographics

Participants included 97 students from year 10 and year 11, with a mix of genders and backgrounds from various high schools in Indonesia.

Statistical Information

P-Value

0.010

Statistical Significance

p<0.05

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1371/journal.pone.0312306

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