Journal of English Education Forum (JEEF)
Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): APRIL-JUNE

The Effectiveness of Using Falou Application in Learning Speaking: An Experimental Study at SMKN 5 Mataram

Amrullah Amrullah (University of Mataram)
Husnul Lail (University of Mataram)
Nurtaat Lalu (University of Mataram)
M. Alfa Rhino (University of Mataram)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2026

Abstract

Digital technology, would have a significant impact on language learning with the use of mobile applications which play a major part in it. This has also facilitated students in SMKN 5 and above to improve their language skills beyond school hours. This study used a combination of experimental research designs. A total of 328 were tenth-grade students, and from those last-graded, forty were selected utilizing a random sample design. The subjects were divided into two groups the experimental group who used the Falou app and their control set which had traditional speaking lessons; they collected quantitive data through speaking tests before and after the lessons, along with interviewing participants and acquiring descriptive data from interviews/observation of classroom environments. The thematic analysis of numeric data was then examined descriptively through t-test revealing statistically significant improvements in speaking skills both in the experimental group and with practice with Falou app. Results indicated that the reported feeling was more self-confident and enthusiastic when using this application for practice.  As a conclusion, this study represents that falou app as mobile information learning device has an effective improvement for oral language target students (vocational high school) to understand proficiently and have number of repetition on proffering with this application.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jeef

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

The aim of this Journal is to promote a principled approach to research on English education into relationship between theoretical and practical studies. The journal welcomes contributions in such areas of current analysis in: English teaching and learning; English testing, assessment and ...