STUDENTS' PERCEPTION ON WEBTOON AS A SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING MEDIUM FOR READING SKILL AT NINTH GRADE OF SMP MUHAMMADIYAH 1 PURWOKERTO

Naf'an, Rohmatulhaq (2024) STUDENTS' PERCEPTION ON WEBTOON AS A SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING MEDIUM FOR READING SKILL AT NINTH GRADE OF SMP MUHAMMADIYAH 1 PURWOKERTO. Skripsi thesis, UIN Prof. K.H. Saifuddin Zuhri.

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Abstract

This study aims to describe Students' Perception on Webtoon as a Self-Directed Learning Medium for Reading Skill at Ninth Grade of SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Purwokerto. Further investigation into this issue was required because Webtoon considered as a medium that enable to enhance students' reading skills. This research uses mixed methods with questionnaires served as the main instrument and interviews as support. The object of this research was Webtoon for English learning medium. Through 16 questionnaire items distributed to 48 students, the research found a result of mean 76% from 4 indicators; English learning motivation, students reading interest, self-directed learning medium and students reading skill. This research found that students believe that Webtoon could enhance their English learning motivation and their reading interest. Furthermore, students believe that the efficacy and accessibility of Webtoon make it an appropriate medium for learning English independently. Although students encounter certain challenges, it does not reduce the value of Webtoon as a medium for learning English because they felt a positive influence on their reading skills. As a result, students believe that Webtoon was not only a fun activity but could also serve as a good medium for learning English.

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