CRITICAL JOURNAL REPORT

“ICT IN LANGUAGE LEARNING”

LECTURER: M. EKO ISDIANTO, S.Pd., M.Hum.

ARRANGED BY: ADEL PINOLA BR GINTING

NIM: 2233321052
CLASS: DIK H

LANGUANGES AND ART FACULTY

ENGLISH AND LITERATURE DEPARTMENT
STATE UNIVERSITY OF MEDAN
2023
 FREFACE

By giving thanks to God Almighty for all His abundant mercy and grace, I can finish this

paper. The paper is entitled " The Use of ICT Tools in English Language Teaching and
Learning: A Literature Review". The purpose of writing this paper is to fulfill the assignments of
the ICT In Language Learning.

I would like to thank Mr. M Eko Isdianto, S.Pd., M.Hum. as a lecturer in the ICT in
Language Learning who has provided guidance and direction. My parents who have facilitated
lecture activities, friends who have helped and provided supportive ideas in the process of
completing this paper, as well as various parties who have indirectly participated.

I realize that in the preparation of this paper there are still many shortcomings. Therefore,
I hope for constructive criticism and suggestions so that in the future it will be even better. Hope
this papers can be a benefit for all of us.

Medan, 28 October 2023

Adel Pinola Br Ginting

 TABLE OF CONTENTS

FREFACE………………………………………………………………………………………...i
TABLE OF CONTENTS………………………………………………………………………..ii
CHAPTER I INTRODUCTION………………………………………………………………..1
A. BACKGROUND…………………………………………………………………………1
B. THE PURPOSE……..…………….…………………………………………………….1
CHAPTER II REVIEW…………………………………………………………………………2
CHAPTER III CRITISM STRENGHTNESS & WEAKNESSES……………………………3
CHAPTER IV CLOSING……………………………………………………………………….4
A. CONCLUSION…………………….…………………………………………………….4
B. SUGGESTION…………………….……………………………………………………..4
REFERENCES……………………………………………………………………………..……5
 CHAPTER I

INTRODUCTION

A. BACKGROUND
ICT is the abbreviation of information and communication technology. It is defined as a
set of different technological tools and resources used to communicate, create, disseminate, and
manage information. According to Daniels (2002) Information and communication technology
(ICT) is considered one of the basic foundations of modern society. Many countries now
consider understanding ICT and mastering basic ICT skills and concepts as part of the core of
education. However, globalization has brought major changes in every aspect of human life,
including education. The introduction of ICT into education can help create new ways of
learning and teaching in a world where technology has reduced it to a small village. The use of
ICT in education allows for more student-centered learning. However, along with the world's
rapid movement towards digital media and information, the role of ICT in education is becoming
increasingly important and this importance will continue to grow and develop in the 21st
century. Currently, the use of ICT in the teaching and learning process has become very
important. Teachers are expected to be traditional and modern in their teaching and learning
process. Teachers must be prepared to have the capacity to incorporate ICT in the teaching
process. Recently, the internet has gained and is still gaining tremendous popularity in
second/foreign language teaching and more and more teachers and students feel embarrassed
about this. So, there is no doubt that ICT has had an impact on the quantity and quality of
teaching and learning in traditional and distance educational institutions. Therefore, ICT can
enhance teaching and learning through its dynamic and interactive content and can provide real
opportunities for individualized teaching

B.PURPOSE

The purpose of writing this journal article is to discuss and explore the use of ICT tools in
English language teaching and learning. The article aims to highlight the benefits and potential
of using these tools in language education. It provides an overview of both non-web based and
web-based tools that can be utilized in the classroom, emphasizing their impact on the quality
and quantity of teaching and learning. The article also discusses how ICT tools can cover all four
skills of English language learning and positively influence students' attitudes towards learning.
Additionally, it emphasizes the availability of resources and the authenticity that ICT brings to
language education, enabling learners to interact with others globally. Overall, the purpose of
this journal article is to showcase the advantages and possibilities of incorporating ICT tools in
English language teaching and learning.
 CHAPTER II

REVIEW

The journal article provides a comprehensive literature review on the use of ICT tools in
English language teaching and learning. The authors define ICT as a set of technological tools
and resources used to communicate, create, spread, and manage information. The article
highlights the importance of incorporating ICT tools in education and explores their potential
benefits in teaching a foreign language, particularly English.
The review covers various ICT tools, including blogs, Skype, language labs, and
overhead projectors. It discusses how these tools can enhance language learning by providing
opportunities for communication, interaction, and authentic learning experiences. The article also
emphasizes the role of ICT in improving students' pronunciation, listening, and speaking skills.
The authors support their arguments with references to other scholarly works, such as research
articles, UNESCO reports, and educational journals. This demonstrates their engagement with
existing literature and adds credibility to their review.
Overall, the journal article appears to provide a valuable overview of the use of ICT tools
in English language teaching and learning. It offers insights into the potential benefits of
incorporating these tools in the classroom and highlights the importance of adapting teaching
methodologies to the digital age. However, without access to the full content of the article, it is
difficult to provide a comprehensive review of its findings and conclusions.
 CHAPTER III
STRENGHTNESS & WEAKNESSES

A. STRENGHTNESS
Mohammed Adulkareem A. Alkamel and Dr. Santosh S. Chouthaiwale's journal article titled
"The Use of ICT Tools in English Language Teaching and Learning: A Literature Review"
follows a standard academic writing style and adheres to the rules of grammar and syntax. The
authors present their ideas and arguments in a clear and organized manner, using appropriate
sentence structures and vocabulary.

Throughout the article, the authors use proper punctuation, such as commas, periods, and
quotation marks, to indicate sentence boundaries and to separate ideas. They also use appropriate
verb tenses and subject-verb agreement to ensure grammatical accuracy.
 CHAPTER IV

CLOSING

A. CONCLUSION
Based on the information provided, it can be inferred that the article emphasizes the importance
and benefits of incorporating ICT tools in English language education. It highlights the potential
of ICT tools in enhancing communication, interaction, and authentic learning experiences for
students. The article also emphasizes the role of ICT in improving students' language skills, such
as pronunciation, listening, and speaking. Overall, the article suggests that ICT tools can play a
significant role in improving the quality of English language teaching and learning.

B. SUGGESTION
This article suggests that readers, especially English teachers, should consider the use of ICT
tools in their teaching practices to improve the quality and effectiveness of language learning. By
utilizing ICT tools such as mobile phones, email, blogs, language laboratories, overhead
projectors, web-based learning platforms, YouTube, and iPods, teachers can create interesting
and interactive learning experiences for their students. Because these tools can facilitate
communication, provide authentic materials, improve pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar,
and offer opportunities for individualized teaching. By utilizing ICT tools, teachers can meet the
diverse learning needs of their students and create a more dynamic and dynamic classroom
environment. Learning.

Overall, this article suggests that by using ICT tools, teachers can improve English language
teaching and learning and create a more engaging and effective learning environment for their
students.
 REFERENCES

Alkamel,M.A.A. & Chouthaiwale,S.S. (2018). The Use of ICT Tools in English Language
Teaching and Learning: A Literature Review. Veda’s Journal of English Language and
Literature-JOELL, 5(2), 29-33.