Interactive Digital Multimedia as a Model for Creative Writing in the Forms of Cakepan Tembang and Geguritan

Abstract

Language learning is an integral part of education worldwide. Javanese language is one of the regional languages that requires the utilization of interactive multimedia in its implementation. The Javanese language subject should teach language skills, similar to other language subjects, encompassing two aspects: language skills and literary skills. Writing activities represent the application of the highest language skills after listening, speaking, and reading skills. This research investigates the effectiveness of using interactive multimedia to enhance students' creative writing skills in composing Cakepan Tembang and Geguritan. The study employs the Research and Development (R&D) model. The research data and sources are high school students from five schools in Central Java. The findings indicate that the effectiveness test of interactive digital multimedia for improving students' creative writing skills in Cakepan Tembang and Geguritan, using t-test, shows a significant improvement in their creative writing abilities.