Revitalization of Javanese Language and Literature Through Digitalization of Short Stories (Cerkak) with the Novaja.id Application as an Effort to Strengthen the Preservation of Javanese Culture
Keywords:
Revitalization, Novaja.id, Java Novel Library, Java LiteratureAbstract
The creation of the Novaja.id application, which functions as a compilation of Javanese novels, this study attempts to address the declining interest in learning Javanese. The main objective of this research is to increase the interest of the younger generation in reading Javanese literature by developing an engaging and easy-to-understand platform. The System Development Life Cycle methodology and User-Centered Design (UCD) were used in this study. With a strong focus on user experience, this strategy ensures that the application is methodically built from the design stage to maintenance. Usability testing is integrated into the development process to gather user feedback, which is essential for improving the application interface. The results show that an application is successful if it has an intuitive interface and efficient search features. Usability testing shows a high level of user satisfaction and an increased desire to learn among users. Furthermore, Novaja.id has great potential to improve the reading skills of the younger generation and enhance Javanese language skills. It is hoped that the implementation of this application can help improve literacy in Indonesia and become a model for the development of other languages and cultures.
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