The Impact of Information and Communication Technology Barriers on Elementary School Students
Putri Rachmayani, Candra Tri Utami, Julia Anis Handayani, Bramianto Setiawan, Aulia Zulfia, Natashia Margaretha Sihombing

Elementary School Teacher Education, Pelita Bangsa University, Bekasi, Indonesia

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the impact of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) barriers on elementary school students^ learning processes and outcomes. Although ICT development is expected to enhance education quality, students still face obstacles such as limited access, low digital literacy, and insufficient learning support. This research uses a quantitative survey method with purposive sampling. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results show that most students have relatively good ICT access: 83.7% strongly agree they own personal devices, 63.3% strongly agree they have internet access at home, and 71.4% strongly agree they can use learning applications. However, several barriers remain, including unstable internet connections (69.4% agree), limited parental support (85.7% agree), and difficulties managing accounts, with 81.6% frequently forgetting login credentials. These barriers significantly affect students^ learning, leading to decreased motivation, difficulties in understanding material, and low participation in digital learning. Therefore, improving infrastructure, strengthening parental and teacher support, and enhancing digital literacy are essential to minimize the negative impact of ICT barriers

Keywords: Obstacle, ICT Communication, Elementary School, Students, Literacy Digital

Topic: Media literacy Ethics Sociology History (MESH) Learning