Students Perception of Using Discord to Improving Speaking Skills for Junior High School

Abstract

One of the applications utilized in online learning is Discord. This study examined students' opinions of speaking skills and attitudes during an online class to determine the influence of utilizing the Discord application. In this study, the descriptive quantitative method was used. This study was carried out in one of Jakarta's junior high schools during the academic year 2022/2023. This study included 26 participants from Jakarta Junior High Schools. Questionnaires distributed over WhatsApp were used to collect research data. According to the study's findings, developing online learning strategies based on the Discord application influences how students perform in autonomous learning and time management. This impacts students' English knowledge and skills, particularly their speaking abilities