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UMBARRUUMBARRU

Journal JELITAJELITA Abstract

This research is aimed at knowing whether the use of Virtual-Motivation (VM) is important or not. Furthermore, the second objective of this study is to find out whether the use of Virtual-Motivation can engage students to lessons. The data was collected through a questionnaire. Twenty-seven students of tenth graders at SMA IT Al-Ishlah Maros participated in this research. The researcher used a descriptive method to explore the students motivation which came from their experiences in online teaching during the Covid-19 pandemic. The result of this research was presented descriptively to reveal the students perception and motivation comprehensively. The researcher found that virtual-motivation among tenth-grade students at SMA IT Al-Ishlah Maros was important to engage them in learning English through online teaching. Most of the students perception on the importance of virtual-motivation was classified as high agreement. Most students at SMA IT Al-Ishlah Maros were engaged through the use of virtual-motivation in learning English. It indicated that virtual-motivation was useful to engage the students in learning, and they were classified as a high degree of motivation.

Conclusion

Based on the results of the data analysis, it was concluded that virtual-motivation engaged the students in the lesson in online teaching at SMA IT Al-Ishlah Maros.Firstly, virtual-motivation among tenth-grade students at SMA IT Al-Ishlah Maros is important to engage students in learning English through online teaching, with most students expressing high agreement.Secondly, most students at SMA IT Al-Ishlah Maros are engaged through the use of virtual-motivation in learning English, indicating its usefulness and a high degree of motivation among students.

Future Research

Further research should explore the specific types of virtual motivation that are most effective for different learning styles and subject areas, potentially utilizing mixed-methods approaches combining questionnaires with in-depth interviews to gain a richer understanding of student experiences. Additionally, studies could investigate the long-term impact of virtual motivation on student learning outcomes and retention, extending beyond immediate engagement to assess sustained academic performance. Finally, research is needed to examine how teachers can be better trained and supported in implementing virtual motivation strategies effectively, considering factors such as teacher beliefs, technological access, and curriculum integration, to ensure equitable access to engaging online learning experiences for all students. These investigations, building upon the current studys findings, will contribute to a more nuanced understanding of how to optimize online learning environments and foster student success in the digital age.

References

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