Students’ Perception in Learning English through Blended Learning

Abstract

Mobile technology plays an equal role with face-to-face interaction in the learning process in this current era. One of the most prevalent utilized technologies is the use of social media of WhatsApp application in the online learning integrated with the face-to-face teaching and learning as called a blended-learning method. This recent study aims: (1) to investigate how the blended learning process is operated, and (2) to determine students’ perceptions in learning English through blended learning. This study employed an explanatory mixed-method research design using observation, questionnaire, and interview to collect data from the purposively selected students. This study indicated that learning English through blended learning showed positive behavior like attending the class regularly and enthusiastically. Besides, students felt comfortable and enjoyed learning English, showing their English language skills and favorable learning in the form of well-implemented blended learning. Thus, researchers concluded that blended learning established essential behavioral, cognitive, and emotional aspects of students in English learning.