The Use of Elsa Speak as the Pronunciation Learning of Students English Education Study Program at the UIN Prof. K. H. Saiffuddin Zuhri Purwokerto
Keywords:
Pronunciation, Elsa Speak, Mobile Assisted Language LearningAbstract
This study aims to evaluate the use of Elsa Speak as a pronunciation learning tool for English Education Study Program students at UIN Prof. K. H. Saiffuddin Zuhri Purwokerto. The research method used is qualitative method with data obtained from interviews and questionnaires with participants totalling 20 students. Data was collected through pronunciation tests before and after using Elsa Speak and questionnaires to evaluate students' perceptions of using this application. The results showed that using Elsa Speak significantly improved the students' English pronunciation skills. In addition, most students responded positively to using this application in their learning. The implication of this study is the importance of utilizing technology in learning English pronunciation and the need to integrate Elsa Speak into the English Education Study Program.
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