THE IMPACT OF DIGITAL LEARNING TOOLS ON YOUTH MOTIVATION IN LEARNING ENGLISH

Abstract

This paper analyzes the impact of digital learning tools on youth learning motivation with regards to learning English. In the world we live in today, we rely on English to some extent for communication globally, for accessing knowledge, and continuing our professional development journey. Digital platforms that involve mobile applications and online resources that are increasingly part of the educational process influence how young learners engage with and undertake language-learning endeavours. This study engaged students in a survey in order to understand the role of these digital learning tools on increasing motivation. The study findings highlighted that while it could be established that students' motivation, engagement, and interest was greatly increased using digital learning tools, and there remained an audience of students that encountered challenges, such as, being over-reliant, and being distracted. The conclusions that could be drawn from the study suggest that there is a need to build greater awareness amongst students of both the traditional and digital ways to support learning in order to establish sustainable learning outcomes.