Students’ Perspectives on The Use of Nearpod for EFL Learning Context

Farida Nurul Ariani

Abstract

Nearpod has become one of the most popular digital platforms for teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL) due to its wide range of interactive activities that can be customized to meet students’ needs. It offers solutions to common learning challenges like limited time, space, and low motivation and creativity levels. Therefore, this study aims to examine the perceptions of high school students in Boyolali, Indonesia, regarding the use of Nearpod as a tool for EFL learning, both in the classroom and for independent study. A qualitative case study approach was employed, utilizing data collected through questionnaires, interviews, and classroom observations. The findings indicate that students generally view Nearpod positively as a valuable learning tool. However, challenges such as unfamiliar features and poor internet connectivity were noted. In response, teachers provided solutions, mainly when the challenges arose from external factors beyond the platform.

Keywords

Digital learning tools; EFL Learning; Nearpod; Student perceptions; Qualitative study

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.20961/ee.v13i3.101606

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