Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn)
Vol 20, No 1: February 2026

Digital language teacher professional development in online community of practice: Indonesia-Vietnam perspective

Nggawu, La Ode (Unknown)
Jamiludin, Jamiludin (Unknown)
Darnawati, Darnawati (Unknown)
Uke, Waode Ade Sarasmita (Unknown)
Anas, Ismail (Unknown)
Thao, Nguyen Thi Phuong (Unknown)
Thư, Võ Thị Anh (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Feb 2026

Abstract

This study investigates digital language teacher professional development (TPD) within online communities in Indonesia and Vietnam, employing Pinar’s currere framework to identify optimal practices. Through qualitative methods, including interviews and observations, this study examined the experiences of English language educators navigating digital education in these countries. The findings indicate that, while both nations emphasize the significance of digital literacy, educators encounter challenges in acquiring essential digital competencies due to limited resources and infrastructure. Online communities of practice (CoPs) function as valuable platforms for knowledge dissemination, peer support, and professional growth, enabling teachers to enhance their digital proficiency. However, issues such as internet accessibility, time constraints, and language barriers persist as obstacles. This investigation underscores the necessity for tailored TPD programs that address these specific challenges, ultimately fostering effective integration of technology into language instruction.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

EduLearn

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Education Library & Information Science Social Sciences Other

Description

Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) ISSN: 2089-9823, e-ISSN 2302-9277 is a multi-disciplinary, peer-refereed open-access international journal which has been established for the dissemination of state-of-the-art knowledge in the field of education, teaching, development, instruction, ...