Essence: Teaching English as a Foreign Language, Linguistics, and Literature Journal
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024): April 2024

WhatsApp Messenger as a Tool to Support English Foreign Class

Muhammad Adieb Hidayatullah (Politeknik Pariwisata Lombok)



Article Info

Publish Date
20 Aug 2024

Abstract

While WhatsApp Messenger has been utilized beyond its primary use as a communication tool, there is only a limited number of studies in pedagogy which highlights the importance of WhatsApp in teaching-learning activities. Therefore, this paper was initiated to present a wide perspective of valuing WhatsApp Messenger mobile app as a strategic learning tool in English Foreign Classes. This article reviews the use of WhatsApp Messenger as a tool to support English foreign language class by outlining its uses. The way WhatsApp Messenger supports English foreign language classes can be comprehended through a series of discussion which also involves teaching language skills—speaking, writing, reading, and listening. Based on the review, the articles also provide advantages and disadvantages of using WhatsApp Messenger in language classroom.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

essence

Publisher

Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Essence Journal is a biannual journal for those engaged in English Language Teaching (ELT), encompassing those teaching English as a second, additional, or foreign language, as well as in the context of international communication. The publication bridges the practical aspects of teaching with ...