PERSEPSI MAHASISWA TERHADAP PODCAST YANG DIGUNAKAN UNTUK PEMBELAJARAN PENGUCAPAN MANDIRI (STUDI KUALITATIF DI UNIVERSITAS TADULAKO)

Ramawati (A12122233) “Students Perception of Podcast Used for Independent
Pronunciation Learning (A Qualitative Study At Tadulako University)”.
Skripsi, English Education Study Program, Department of Language and Art
Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Tadulako University. Under
the Supervision of Hastini S.Pd., M.A and Sukmawati Sadilia S.Pd., M.Pd.
This study aims to explore students’ perceptions of using podcasts as a medium for
independent pronunciation learning and to identify the factors that support and
hinder their use. The research employed a qualitative descriptive design involving
English Language Education students at Tadulako University. The participants
were selected using purposive and snowball sampling techniques, and data were
collected through semi-structured interviews. The findings reveal that students
generally have positive perceptions of podcasts for independent pronunciation
learning. Podcasts are considered easy to use, flexible, and accessible anytime and
anywhere, allowing students to practice pronunciation independently and
repeatedly. Students also reported that podcasts help them become more familiar
with native speakers’ pronunciation, intonation, and accents. However, despite
these benefits, several challenges were identified, including the lack of direct
practice, limited feedback, and uncertainty about pronunciation accuracy without
lecturer guidance. Therefore, while podcasts are effective as a supporting medium
for independent pronunciation learning, they should complement, rather than
replace, formal classroom instruction. The study suggests that lecturers integrate
podcasts into pronunciation teaching while providing guidance and feedback to
optimize students’ learning outcomes.
Keywords: podcasts, independent learning, pronunciation, students perceptions,
EFL