UTILIZING KAHOOT! AS A DIGITAL LEARNING INNOVATION TO SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION IN THE GLOBAL ECONOMY ERA

Abstract

This study aims to conduct a systematic review and thematic analysis of existing research on the use of Kahoot! as a digital learning innovation, and to explore its contribution to sustainable education within the context of the global digital economy. The study employs a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) combined with thematic analysis to synthesize findings from relevant studies collected through Google Scholar and Scopus using the keywords between 2020 and 2025. Following a rigorous inclusion and exclusion process, ten articles were selected for analysis. Analysis data included authors, publication years, key findings, and implications of Kahoot! in education. The thematic analysis revealed four key themes: (1) Kahoot! as a digital learning innovation, emphasizing its interactive and engaging learning design; (2) Kahoot! on learning quality, highlighting its role in improving students’ motivation, participation, and understanding; (3) Challenges and implementation of Kahoot, identifying technical barriers and teachers’ readiness; and (4) Kahoot! in continuing education, revealing its potential to promote lifelong learning in the digital era. The study concludes that Kahoot! functions not only as a technological tool but as a pedagogical innovation that enhances the quality and sustainability of education. It is recommended that educators strengthen their digital competence to maximize the benefits of Kahoot! in diverse learning environments.