The Use of Mobile Assisted Language Learning To Improve English Grammar for Senior High School Students

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https://doi.org/10.33394/jollt.v12i3.11041

Keywords:

Duolingo, Grammar competences, Mobile assisted language learning, Technology-based learning,

Abstract

Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) focuses on the mobility learning technology. The Utilizing of Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) holds important role to improve effectiveness, flexibility, and convenience of learning. This research aims to explore Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) which can enhance students’ grammar skills using Duolingo. It was conducted in Widyagama Senior High School in Malang. The respondents are 53 students wich consists 38 of class X and 15 of class XI B understudies who are utilizing Duolingo. To acquire data, The researcher used a Qualitative-Descriptive method by collecting data using questionnaires with Google Form and structured interviews. Data was collected employing a six-point Likert Scale questionnaires. As for the interviews, six questions were asked to obtain significant and substantial supporting research data. The results showed that more than 93% of students responded positively to this method which was considered effective to develop their knowledge, understanding, motivation and the effectiveness of Duolingo as a learning media to improve English grammar skills in the classroom. The research result appears that most of them deliver positive discernments about the application since they are simple to get the materials, they are more energized and persuaded in learning. Therefore, Technology-Based Learning using Duolingo is considered an appropriate method for English learning in senior high school. Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) implementation can be optimized and can be improved in the future. This research is expected to provide new insights and can be applied in learning.

Author Biographies

Redyta Zalfa Maharani, Universitas Brawijaya

Redyta Zalfa is an undergraduate student at the Department of English Language Education, Faculty of Cultural Studies, Universitas Brawijaya, Indonesia. She is passionate about research in the areas of Technology Learning in ELT, Instructional Media Development, Instructional Model Development, and Grammar in Academic Discourse. She has a deep interest in language education with a focus on innovative technology-based approaches, which contribute to the ever-evolving landscape of English language teaching.

Putu Dian Danayanti Degeng, Universitas Brawijaya

Putu Dian Danayanti Degeng is an academic member at the Department of English Language Education, Faculty of Cultural Studies, Universitas Brawijaya, Indonesia. Her teaching and research interests include Instructional Model Development, Media Development, Educational Psychology, Classroom Management, and Early Childhood Education.

Khairil Azwar Razali, International Islamic University Malaysia, Kulliyyah of Languages and Management

Dr. Khairil obtained his B.Ed TESOL degree from Macquarie University, Sydney under the Program Pelajar Cemerlang, Ministry of Education in 2008. In 2009, he started his teaching career at SBP Integrasi Tun Abdul Razak, Pekan as an English Language teacher.
In 2012, Dr. Khairil was promoted as the Head of English Language Panel at Sekolah Menengah Agama Persekutuan Bentong. In January 2014, Dr. Khairil joined CELPAD as an English Teacher and was placed at IIUM's Centre for Foundation Studies, Gambang campus. Dr. Khairil completed his M.Ed TESL degree at UITM Shah Alam in 2014. Recently, Dr. Khairil has completed his PhD study in Education at Kulliyyah of Education, IIUM. His PhD research is entitled Examining ESL Teachers’ Understanding and Practices of Written Feedback in the State of Pahang. Dr. Khairil is now an Assistant Professor at the Kulliyyah of Languages & Management, IIUM Pagoh.

Dr. Khairil's research interest including:
Teaching Writing, ESL Testing & Assessment, Written Corrective Feedback

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Maharani, R. Z., Degeng, P. D. D., & Razali, K. A. (2024). The Use of Mobile Assisted Language Learning To Improve English Grammar for Senior High School Students. Journal of Languages and Language Teaching, 12(3), 1455–1466. https://doi.org/10.33394/jollt.v12i3.11041

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