STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION OF USING BUSUU APPLICATION FOR ENGLISH LEARNING IN BAHASA CLASS OF FULL-DAY SCHOOL PROGRAM
Abstract
This research aimed to investigate students’ perceptions of using the Busuu application in English learning at the Bahasa class of the Full-Day School Program at MTs Negeri 1 Banyumas. The participants were 36 students from grade 7 and 8. A mixed-method design was applied, and the data were collected through questionnaires and interviews. The questionnaire results were analyzed using descriptive statistics and index categorization from Serman and Sukjaya as well as Nazir and Utami. Meanwhile, the interview data were examined through Miles and Huberman’s model, which included data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The perception index scores were 73.2% for general perceptions, 79.4% for ease of use, 75.1% for usefulness, and 74.6% for expectations. These numbers indicated an overall positive perception of 75.5%. The qualitative data supported these results, students expressed enjoyment in using the application, showed development in vocabulary and English skills, and felt more motivated to study English and other languages independently through Busuu.
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