Students Feedback on Using Telegram in Speaking Practice During Self Learning Time

  • Lena Ramamurthy Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)
  • Syakirah Shafien Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)
  • Noor Syamimie Mohd Nawi Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)
  • Mohammad Affiq Kamarul Azlan Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)
  • Radzuwan Ab Rashid Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA)
Keywords: Telegram, self learning time, speaking skill

Abstract

This paper provides insights into students’ views on the use of Telegram for development of speaking skills in the context of SLT in Malaysian tertiary education. Data gathered from questionnaires was analyzed using descriptive statistics whilst data from the interviews was analyzed using a content analysis approach.  The findings revealed that while the students display positive attitudes in using Telegram, the activities conducted have to be properly guided. The findings also showed that students do not only focus on the usability of the Telegram as a tool, but the language content delivered through the tool. This study suggests that instructors have to properly plan the integration of Telegram in SLT and provide clear instructions to students. Instructors also need to incorporate a variety of activities using Telegram to increase participation, and consider revising the content of the lesson to fit the affordances of Telegram to ensure the mastery of speaking.

Author Biographies

Lena Ramamurthy, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)

Lena Ramamurthy received her MD in Applied Linguistics from University Utara Malaysia (UUM). She serves as Senior Language Teacher of English Language Department in Universiti Malaysia Kelantan. Currently, she teaches English for Specific Purpose (ESP) courses on English for Business Communication and English for Workplace.

Syakirah Shafien, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)

Syakirah Shafien received her MD in Applied Linguistics from University Utara Malaysia (UUM). She serves as Senior Language Teacher of English Language Department in Universiti Malaysia Kelantan. Currently, she teaches English for Specific Purpose (ESP) courses on English for Business Communication and English for Workplace.

Noor Syamimie Mohd Nawi, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)

Noor Syamimie binti Mohd Nawi received her MD in Linguistics from University of Malaya (UM). She serves as Language Teacher of English Language Department in Universiti Malaysia Kelantan. Currently, she teaches English for Specific Purpose (ESP) courses on English for Science and English for Workplace.

Mohammad Affiq Kamarul Azlan, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)

Mohammad Affiq Kamarul Azlan is a senior language teacher at the Centre for Language Studies and Generic Development, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan. Specializing in the teaching of English as a Second Language, he has been teaching both at primary, secondary and tertiary levels. He received his first degree majoring in TEFL and his master degree in Applied Linguistics. Currently he is the e-learning coordinator for the English Language Department at the Centre for Language Studies and Generic Development, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan.

Radzuwan Ab Rashid, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA)

Assoc. Prof.Dr. Radzuwan Ab Rashid is a senior lecturer in the Faculty of Languages and Communication, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA), Malaysia. His research focuses on Sociocybernetics, Discourse Analysis, Language Education, and Educational Technology.

Published
2022-04-30
How to Cite
Ramamurthy, L., Shafien, S., Mohd Nawi, N. S., Kamarul Azlan, M. A., & Ab Rashid, R. (2022). Students Feedback on Using Telegram in Speaking Practice During Self Learning Time. International Online Journal of Language, Communication, and Humanities, 5(I), 1-15. Retrieved from http://insaniah.umk.edu.my/journal/index.php/insaniah/article/view/171
Issue
Vol 5 No I (2022): INSANIAH
Section
Articles

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