The Perspectives of Teachers and Students of the Indonesian Eastern Coastal Region on Language Acquisition Through Online Learning
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17507/tpls.1408.34Keywords:
teachers’ perspective, students’ perspective, online learning, language acquisition, geographical areasAbstract
This research discusses the perspective of teachers and students in the eastern coastal region of Indonesia toward online learning as a means for language learning. Participants in the study included 50 teachers and 35 students from different high schools in North Sumatra, Indonesia. This study applied a semi-structured interview for data collection to explore the teachers and students’ perceptions of online learning and then analyzed the data qualitatively through description. Moreover, the interview data were also transcribed and analyzed using thematic content analysis. The four data themes that this study examined were: (1) participants’ reactions to online instruction; (2) participants’ limits in online instruction; (3) participants’ approach to overcoming obstacles; and (4) participants’ utilization of technology. The findings demonstrated that, by fostering independent learning and increasing student willingness to learn, teachers and students in Indonesia's rural eastern coastline region were able to adjust to online learning concerning second language acquisition. This study addressed a concern that many participants had when learning online: the use of digital technology, which is seen as challenging to acquire and apply. In light of the geographical difficulties and facility issues associated with online learning, this study highlights the significance of having mental and emotional support from peers, parents, and teachers.
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