Mastery: Master of English Language Journal
Vol 3 No 2 (2025)

Exploring Students’ Perceptions of Digital Media Use in English Language

Nur Laili Yusuf (STIT Miftahul Midad Lumajang)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Oct 2025

Abstract

This study aims to understand how learners view the role of digital platforms such as YouTube, online dictionaries, and learning applications, in enhancing their English skills. The qualitative method used in this study. Data were collected through semi- structured interviews with SMK Al-Maliki students who actively use digital media for learning English. Participants were selected through purposive sampling. The findings reveal that digital media increases students’ motivation and engagement; it provides access to authentic English exposure; it promotes both collaborative and independent learning; and there were some challenges arise due to unstable internet and distractions. The study concludes that digital media positively influences students’ engagement and English learning experiences when used effectively. However, successful implementation requires balanced teacher guidance, adequate infrastructure, and learner self-discipline. The study suggests that integrating digital tools strategically can create more interactive, autonomous, and meaningful EFL learning experiences.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

mastery

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

This journal is a scientific journal for English researchers and practitioners to publish and disseminate their original research and studies. This journal is for publishing English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), English for Specific Purposes ...