EFL Students’ Attitudes toward Informal Digital Learning of English (IDLE) as a Mediation

Nika Aulia Anwar Ismail; Fauziah; Zaiturrahmi

doi:10.31980/eealjournal.v7i3.2264

Authors

Nika Aulia Anwar Ismail Universitas Jabal Ghafur
Fauziah Universitas Jabal Ghafur, Pidie, Aceh, Indonesia
Zaiturrahmi Universitas Jabal Ghafur, Pidie, Aceh, Indonesia1

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31980/eealjournal.v7i3.2264

Keywords:

Digital Learning, Student Attitudes, English Language Learning, Technology Integration, Online Learning

Abstract

This research aimed to understand student attitudes towards the integration of digital learning in English language education at 1st State Senior High School, Peukan Pidie. Employing a qualitative under case study design combining offline questionnaires and semi-structured interviews to gain a comprehensive understanding of student perspectives. Sixty students participated, providing a rich dataset for analysis. The data from the questionnaires revealed prevalent trends in student attitudes. The interview data underwent thematic analysis, following Braun and Clarke's (2006) methodology, to identify recurring themes and patterns. The findings demonstrated a consistently positive attitude among students toward digital English learning. Participants perceived digital tools as engaging, accessible, and beneficial to their learning. They highlighted the enjoyable and interactive nature of these technologies, emphasizing their ease of use and perceived support in the learning process. This study underscores the potential benefits of strategically integrating digital tools into English language education, reflecting a positive student reception and highlighting the technology's perceived effectiveness in enhancing learning outcomes.

References

Baran, Stanley. J. (2011). Pengantar Komunikasi Massa. Jakarta: Salemba Empat.

Crompton, H. (2013). A historical overview of mobile learning: Toward learner-centered education. In Z. L. Berge & L. Y. Muilenburg (Eds.), Handbook of mobile learning (pp. 3-14). Routledge.

Gilmore, A. (2007). Authentic materials and authenticity in foreign language learning. Language teaching, 40(2), 97-118.

Godwin-Jones, R. (2011). Emerging technologies: Mobile apps for language learning. Language learning & technology, 15(2), 2-11.

Hubbard, P. (Ed.) (2009). Computer assisted language learning. London:Routledge.

Lee, J. S., & Dressman, M. (2018). When IDLE Hands Make an English Workshop: Informal Digital Learning of English and Language Proficiency. TESOL Quarterly, 52(2), 435–445. https://doi.org/10.1002/tesq.422

Lee, J. S. (2021). Informal digital learning of English and strategic competence for cross-cultural communication: Perception of varieties of English as a mediator.ReCALL,32(1),47–62. https://doi.org/10.1017/S095834401900 0181

Lee, J. S. (2020). The role of informal digital learning of english and a high-stakes english test on perceptions of english as an international language. Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 36(2), 155–168. https://doi.org/10.14742/AJET.5319

Mills, N. (2011). Situated learning through social networking sites: The power of context and authentic activity. CALICO journal, 28(2), 345-368.