Web-Based Resources in EFL Learning: An Enhancement of Students’ Digital Literacy

Abstract

The shift of information form that is more technological oriented has encouraged EFL teachers to develop their students' literacy skill. This study used web based resources in order to motivate EFL learning and develop students' digital literacy. In conducting this study, twenty students were involved. The data were collected by means of questionnaires consisting of five aspects; students' self-efficacy, learning challenge, learning curiosity, learning involvement and recognition for digital learning. The results of the study show that students are motivated by the use of web-based resources in EFL learning with more appropriate and authentic materials. However, some considerations are needed to be taken into account in selecting the suitable web-based resources. Using web based resources can be an alternative to help the students be motivated in developing their digital literacy learning.

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in English Learning: through an Interactive Software-Website

“…This has been stated by ref [13] who state that the use of web in learning leads more to an increase in learning desire, curiosity, involvement and learning challenge itself compared to the increase of learning material knowledge. Overall, web-based materials or resources provide many options for teachers or tutors to use, but using only the right strategies then learners will gain increased knowledge.…”

The Challenges of Implementing Digital Literacy in Teaching and Learning Activities for EFL Learners in Indonesia

“…The terms of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) refers to the use of technology as one of the media to attain information in relation to study and also as a tool to communicate effectively applied and used in the teaching and learning activities (Atmanegara et al, 2013). Its implementation in the classroom aims to solve several education problems in various contexts such as the shift from using printed books as the learning material into a digital one (Pepin et al, 2017).…”

“…EFL learning defines as a learning activity where the teachers are supposed to be able to adapt the lessons creatively with the assistance of complex media in order to reach the learning objectives (Atmanegara et al, 2013). In addition, Durriyah & Zuhdi (2018) stated that the process of material adaptation aims to create effective and relevant lessons to be applied in the classroom.…”

“…This problem arises due to lack of experiences from the students in using digital tools in the classroom and also they have low understanding and limited comprehension leading the students to have low skills in digital literacy (Voogt et al, 2013). That being said, Atmanegara et al (2013) stated that students need to be able to use digital media in order to comprehend all of the contents from digital resources. Furthermore, lots of students who start to study at schools definitely should improve their skill in learning technology in order to be able to perform better in the learning activities.…”