Persepsi Siswa Terhadap Penggunaan Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) Dalam Pengucapan

The objectives of this research are to analyze the students’ perceptions on the use of Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) in pronunciation and to analyze the problems faced by the students regarding the use of MALL in pronunciation. This research was conducted using mixed method design particularly explanatory mixed method. The data of this research were taken from 15 students of English Education Study Program, Tadulako University. In collecting the data of this research, the researcher used questionnaire and interview to the students. Questionnaire was in the form of statement, and it included five degrees of answer option. Interview, on the other hand, was in the form of semi-structured and included 10 items. After analyzing the data obtained, it was concluded that the general perception of the students is that the use of MALL in pronunciation is positive as they perceive that MALL is effective and beneficial for their pronunciation learning. The students explained that there is one major problem they face regarding the use of MALL in pronunciation which is with the internet connectivity. However, as can be inferred from the students’ explanation, there are three more problems that cause difficulties to students. They are: the students’ phones performance; the possibility of the students being redirected; and the students’ familiarity on using mobile phone for learning.
Keywords: Perception, Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL), Pronunciation