The Impact Of Duolingo Platform On Students’ Motivation In English Language Learning
Keywords:
students’ motivation, English language learning, Duolingo platformAbstract
In this digital era, the use of technology in various areas of human life has had an impact on lifestyle changes. This also has emerged in education as the use of mobile applications as a learning medium is increasing. Duolingo is an English learning application packaged with a game concept. The aim of this research is to find out how the impact of Duolingo platform as an English learning application to the students’ motivation. This research was carried out using quantitative methods. The data of this research was obtained from collecting questionnaires and interviews with student participants. The results shows that almost all participants agree that Duolingo can help them improve their English skills. They may also agree that using Duolingo as a learning medium outside the classroom can increase the motivation to learn English which they feel is still lacking.