Effects of Using Technology to Engage Students in Learning English at a Secondary school

Abstract

In recent years, more and more teachers are applying technology to improve teaching quality and help students learn more actively. This study investigates the impact of technology on engaging students to learn English and explores students' attitudes towards the use of technology in the classroom. This study aims to develop useful suggestions for educators, students, and teachers in secondary schools to engage students in learning English, thereby improving the quality of education. Besides, it encourages teachers to use technology in the classroom to enhance students’ interests. This study was conducted at a Secondary School in Kien Giang province, with 45 students responding to the questionnaire with items about their attitudes towards technology used in the classroom. Additionally, the involvement of 6 English teachers in interviews also helped to deepen the understanding of teachers' beliefs about using technology to attract students to learn English. The findings of the study show that technology had a significant impact on students’ engagement.