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Undergraduate Students’ Perception of Learner Autonomy Fostered through Google Classroom in Online Instruction Nurdin, Magfirah; Anugerahwati, Mirjam; Wulyani, Anik Nunuk
Language Circle: Journal of Language and Literature Vol. 19 No. 2s (2025): August 2025 Special Issue
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lc.v19i2s.28139

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The increasing use of online learning platforms such as Google Classroom has transformed how English as a Foreign Language (EFL) is taught and learned. However, limited research has explored students' perceptions of these platforms in promoting learner autonomy, especially in Indonesian higher education. This study aims to examine how undergraduate English education students view the role of Google Classroom in fostering learner autonomy during online classes. Using a descriptive quantitative approach, data were gathered through a structured Likert-scale questionnaire given to 30 students at a public university in Malang, Indonesia. The findings show that students generally hold positive perceptions, especially regarding their ability to take responsibility for their learning (M = 3.67), work independently (M = 3.43), and stay motivated (M = 3.50). They also reported active involvement in goal setting and personal study planning. These results suggest that Google Classroom offers a supportive environment for developing important aspects of learner autonomy. The study adds to the growing body of knowledge on digital learning by providing empirical evidence that structured online platforms can encourage autonomous learning behaviors in EFL settings.
Teachers' Experience of Professional Development in Differentiated Teaching in an English Language Center Rohmadhani, Annisa; Suryati, Nunung; Wulyani, Anik Nunuk
Language Circle: Journal of Language and Literature Vol. 19 No. 2s (2025): August 2025 Special Issue
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lc.v19i2s.29021

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Teacher professional development (TPD) is crucial to prepare teachers in addressing classroom diversity and learning needs through differentiated teaching. This study aims to explore teachers’ opinions of their TPD experience related to differentiated teaching. Using a descriptive quantitative research method, the data were collected through structured questionnaires focusing on Desimone’s (2009) five domains of TPD: content focus, active learning, coherence, duration, and collective participation. A total of 24 respondents participated, discovering several variations of engagement level in TPD programs and differing points of view on their relevance and practicality. Results show that many teachers agreed the programs were moderately effective as the institution gave support for TPD; however, the participation was inconsistent. The study contributes to explaining how TPD prepares them to accommodate learners’ needs by implementing differentiated teaching in class. This offers insights for curriculum developers, education policymakers, and institutional leaders who seek ways to improve teachers’ capacity through targeted professional development, specifically in differentiated teaching.
EFL TEACHERS’ PREFERENCES AND CHALLENGES IN ONLINE TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Ramli, Astri Mardilla; Suryati, Nunung; Wulyani, Anik Nunuk; Cahyono, Bambang Yudi
Language Circle: Journal of Language and Literature Vol. 19 No. 2s (2025): August 2025 Special Issue
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/lc.v19i2s.29879

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Nowadays, English as a foreign language (EFL) teachers have a wide range of options to participate in Online Teacher Professional Development (OTPD) due to the availability of various online learning platforms. This study reports the results of exploring EFL teachers' preferences and challenges in using online learning platforms to elevate their teaching practices. Mixed-methods design with a survey for the quantitative element and semi-structured interviews for the qualitative element were used to obtain the data. The participants of the study were thirty Indonesian EFL teachers with active participation in using online learning platforms. The findings demonstrated that in OTPD, EFL teachers preferred to have synchronous interaction, digital reading materials, individual learning strategies, short course duration, a certificate-granting course, and a cost-free course.  The findings also revealed the challenges that EFL teachers encountered in OTPD were unreliable internet connections, limited internet quota, lack of information about available OTPD, inadequate infrastructure during OTPD, lack of support from employer, and difficulties in sustaning motivation as well as commitment during OTPD. These results could be used as considerations in planning and implementing OTPD programs in the future. New OTPD programs should be specifically tailored to the preferences and challenges that EFL teachers have identified.