<![CDATA[This study is aimed at investigating the use of Edmodo, an online learning platform in a Garuda Maintenance Facility class in Electronic Engineering study program of State Polytechnic of Malang. In addition, students? perception toward the use of Edmodo is also explored to find out the advantages and disadvantages of the implementation of Edmodo. This study also investigated teacher about activities that have been done via Edmodo. The activities done by students via Edmodo are presented in the result of this study to inspire other teachers about how to use Edmodo effectively. This study is a case study since it describes and analyzes a group in a classroom setting to gain understanding through activities done in the classroom. Survey and interviews were used to collect the data about students? perception and the description of classroom activities. The results show that students have positive perceptions towards the use of Edmodo since it accomodates their need to apply technology in their learning. In addition, it can also encourage shy students who tend to be discouraged when interact and participate without the aid of online tool in the classroom. Students also mention some obstacles encountered during the use of Edmodo such as slow internet connection and limited data package that is required to connect to the internet. However, it can be concluded that the implementation of Edmodo in GMF class gained positive response. In addition, students also appreciated various activities that were conducted via Edmodo. It can be added that Edmodo as a learning platform is not only used to replace lecturer?s absence, but it can accomodate various learning activities that can increase communication skills in English.]]>
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