EJI (English Journal of Indragiri) : Studies in Education, Literature, and Linguistics
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): EJI (English Journal of Indragiri): Studies in Education, Literature, and Ling

Fostering Critical Thinking and Digital Literacy: Students’ Use of the Verb “Be” in English Sentences

Masbiran, Gunaldi (Unknown)
Fathira, Vina (Unknown)
Asril, Lelly Zuyana (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Jan 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze students’ mastery of the verb be in various sentence forms and to evaluate the role of digital-based exercises in enhancing students’ critical thinking and digital literacy skills. The study employed a quantitative descriptive approach, with data collected through Google Forms from 12 EFL students. The research instrument consisted of multiple-choice questions, with 10 items each for positive sentences, negative sentences, and interrogative sentences. The results indicate that students are more proficient in forming positive sentences, while negative and interrogative sentences show higher error rates, particularly regarding subject-verb inversion and the use of not. Activities requiring students to explain their answer choices fostered the development of critical thinking skills, while the use of an online platform strengthened their digital literacy. The limitations of this study include a relatively small sample size and a focus on simple sentences. Future research is suggested to expand the sample, use more complex sentences, and explore the relationship between grammar mastery, critical thinking, and digital literacy in more authentic learning contexts.

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Journal Info

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eji

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Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

EJI (English Journal of Indragiri): Studies in Education, Literature, and Linguistics is a scientific journal issued by the English Study Program FKIP Islamic University of Indragiri Tembilahan Riau. It includes authentic studies, conceptual, and best work articles in English education, literature, ...