Fostering Linguistic Excellence Through Sastranesia: Developing Digital Platform to Enhance Writing Skills and Creativity

Hera Chairunisa; Ayu Nadira  Wulandari; Tomi  Arianto

doi:10.31849/reila.v6i3.21526

Authors

Hera Chairunisa Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia
Ayu Nadira Wulandari Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia
Tomi Arianto Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31849/reila.v6i3.21526

Abstract

The integration of digital platforms in education remains underexplored in enhancing creative writing skills in literature programs. This study tried to develop and examines the needs of the press media website, Sastranesia Pers, to accommodate writing creativity of Indonesian Literature students at Medan State University. Using a Research and Development (R&D) approach and the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation), the study involved 100 students enrolled in journalism language courses. The methodology included expert validation of the platform design and content, as well as student feedback through questionnaires and interviews. The findings reveal that the Sastranesia Pers website significantly improved students’ creative writing skills by offering a dynamic, interactive platform for hands-on learning. Students developed proficiency in news writing, editing, and journalistic ethics, bridging theoretical concepts with practical application. Additionally, the website fostered collaborative learning through the formation of a vibrant student press community, which encouraged peer feedback and sustained engagement. Participants reported enhanced confidence in expressing their ideas creatively, while the platform’s accessible design ensured ease of use and high engagement. Furthermore, the integration of digital tools demonstrated an effective approach to addressing challenges in traditional teaching methods, offering real-time feedback and fostering critical thinking. These findings underscore the transformative role of web-based media in language and writing education, with broader implications for integrating digital platforms to support creative and innovative learning.

Author Biographies

Hera Chairunisa, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia

Hera Chairunisa is a senior lecturer which affiliated at the Faculty of Language and Art, State University of Medan (Universitas Negeri Medan), based in Medan, Sumatera Utara. With a strong background in social sciences and interdisciplinary studies, she focuses her research on the interplay between communication, culture, and the arts.
Ayu Nadira Wulandari, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia

Ayu Nadira Wulandari, M.I.Kom., is a senior lecturer affiliated with the Faculty of Language and Art at the State University of Medan (Universitas Negeri Medan), located in Medan, Sumatera Utara. Her expertise lies in communication studies, with a focus on interdisciplinary approaches to language, arts, and media. She actively contributes to research and education in her field, emphasizing the integration of innovative methodologies and practical applications to enhance learning experiences. She is passionate about fostering academic growth and inspiring students to explore the dynamic intersections of language, art, and communication.
Tomi Arianto, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia

Tomi Arianto is a literature lecturer at the Faculty of Language and Art, State University of Medan (Universitas Negeri Medan), Medan, Sumatera Utara. He completed his undergraduate studies in the Literature Study Program at Padang State University and pursued his master's degree in the Literature Study Program at Gadjah Mada University. As an educator, Tomi Arianto specializes in teaching courses such as Literary Criticism, Literary Research Methods, Introduction to Literature, and Contemporary Literature. His research interests span a wide range of topics, including ecocriticism, ethnoecology, the sociology of literature, postcolonialism, multiculturalism, feminism, and other interdisciplinary themes. His scholarly work includes various publications in journals and proceedings indexed by Scopus, Sinta, and other academic platforms.