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INVESTIGATING INSTAGRAM IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING: EXPERIENCES OF INDONESIAN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS Muluk, Safrul; Muzakki, Muhammad Fajar; Hanani, Fatayatul
Jurnal Ilmiah Didaktika Vol 25 No 2 (2025): Jurnal Ilmiah Didaktika February 2025
Publisher : Center for Research and Publication Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) of Ar-Raniry

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22373/jid.v25i2.24860

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Integrating ICT into English language learning is not a new phenomenon. It is considered as one of the instructional technology media in the teaching-learning process. Studies have shown that social media can be used to learn English. This study examined how students perceive the benefits and the challenges they face using Instagram for English language study. The researchers used the qualitative method of a single case study to examine and understand the phenomena, carried out at the English Education Department, Ar-Raniry State Islamic University, in Banda Aceh, Indonesia. A purposive sampling method was employed to select the respondents. The respondents must complete the Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) course, and have an active social media with a minimum of 500 followers. As such, five students were selected to be involved in this research. The results of the research demonstrated that Instagram was perceived as beneficial by all respondents as it enabled them to browse and research materials helping them in the process of learning English skills. It also provides them with entertainment and revenue opportunities if used professionally. The findings also revealed that besides the benefits gained, using social media also posed negative effects such as inappropriate content, fraudulence, and perplexity that may arise from rich content.
Scrutinizing the Impacts of Grammarly Application on Students’ Writing Performance and Perception Suryanto, Suryanto; Habiburrahim, Habiburrahim; Akmal, Saiful; Zainuddin, Zamzami; Safrul, Muhammad Safwan; Hanani, Fatayatul
Jurnal Ilmiah Peuradeun Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): Jurnal Ilmiah Peuradeun
Publisher : SCAD Independent

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26811/peuradeun.v12i2.1235

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This research explored the impact of the Grammarly application on students’ writing performance and perceptions, particularly during the thesis writing stage. Writing is a complex cognitive process requiring strategic planning, organization, grammar, and vocabulary skills. The study focused on students majoring in English Language Education at Ar-Raniry State Islamic University, specifically those in their ninth semester from the 2018 cohort. A purposive sample of 42 students, all at the thesis writing stage and users of Grammarly, was selected from a total of 127. Additionally, three lecturers, serving as thesis supervisors, were randomly selected for interviews from a pool of 20. The research employed both qualitative and quantitative methods, using survey questionnaires and interviews for data collection. Results indicated that Grammarly was a beneficial tool for students, significantly aiding in thesis writing and reducing the time spent on checking grammatical errors. The surveys revealed unanimous student agreement on Grammarly’s positive impact on their writing process. Interviews with lecturers supported this, noting an improvement in the quality of theses written by students who used Grammarly. This study underscored the effectiveness of Automated Writing Evaluation (AWE) tools like Grammarly in enhancing students’ writing skills and outcomes.