Students' Perceptions of the Role of Electronic Media in Enhancing English Language Learning
Abstract
This research aimed to explore the role of electronic media in enhancing English language learning among high school students in Banjarmasin, Indonesia. The research focused on students’ perceptions and their experiences with digital platforms, apps, and social media. The rapid advancement of technology has made electronic media essential tools in Education, offering students flexible, engaging, and interactive learning opportunities. Despite these benefits, challenges such as limited internet access, insufficient digital skills, and lack of direct teacher interaction were also noted. The findings revealed that students found electronic media motivating and enjoyable, particularly in developing listening and speaking skills. They appreciated the easy access to learning materials and the flexibility to learn anytime and anywhere. However, the lack of in-depth teacher explanations and the dependency on a stable internet connection remained significant barriers. The research suggested that while electronic media could significantly enhance language learning, their full potential could only be realized by addressing technological challenges and promoting digital literacy.
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Ni’mah, D. Z., Chamalah, E., & Azizah, A. (2021). Fleksibilitas dan aksesibilitas digitalisasi pembelajaran Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia di masa pandemi COVID-19. Jurnal Ilmiah SEMANTIKA, 3(01), 84–90. https://doi.org/10.46772/semantika.v3i01.570
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Paramita, P. D. Y. (2023). Penggunaan teknologi dalam pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris: Studi kasus implementasi aplikasi e-learning. EDUKASIA: Jurnal Pendidikan dan Pembelajaran, 4(2), 1799–1804. https://doi.org/10.62775/edukasia.v4i2.508
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Putri, R. M., Sari, R., Hasanah, U., & Habibillah, Z. (2024). Manfaat dan kesenjangan alat pendidikan di era digital. Jurnal Yudistira : Publikasi Riset Ilmu Pendidikan dan Bahasa, 2(1), 46–51. https://doi.org/10.61132/yudistira.v2i1.379
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Suhada, D. I., Delviga, Agustina, L., & Siregar, R. S., Mahidin (2022). Analisis Keterbatasan Akses Jaringan Internet Terkait Pembelajaran Daring selama Pandemi Covid-19 (Studi Kasus Desan Talun Kondot, Kec. Panombeian Panei, Kab. Simalungun. Jurnal Pendidikan Tambusai, 6(1), 256–262. https://doi.org/10.31004/jptam.v6i1.2861
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Tang, F. (2024). Understanding the role of digital immersive technology in educating the students of English language: Does it promote critical thinking and self-directed learning for achieving sustainability in education with the help of teamwork? BMC Psychology, 12(1), 144. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40359-024-01636-6
Widiasanti, I., Ramadhan, N. A., Alfarizi, M., Fairus, A. N., Oktafiani, A. W., & Thahur, D. (2023). Pemanfaatan sarana multimedia dan media internet sebagai alat pembelajaran yang efektif. Edukatif : Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan, 5(3), 1355–1370. https://doi.org/10.31004/edukatif.v5i3.4939
Zou, Y., Kuek, F., Feng, W., & Cheng, X. (2025). Digital learning in the 21st century: Trends, challenges, and innovations in technology integration. Frontiers in Education, 10, 1562391. https://doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2025.1562391
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2025-06-30
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HASBY, Nazar et al.
Students' Perceptions of the Role of Electronic Media in Enhancing English Language Learning.
Pioneer: Journal of Language and Literature, [S.l.], v. 17, n. 1, p. 10-28, june 2025.
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