Abstract:
This study aimed to identify the kinds of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools
used by English teachers at SMP Al Fatih Makassar and to describe the process of applying ICT by
teachers in teaching English at SMP Al Fatih Makassar. The research used a qualitative method.
Collecting data through two instruments, the observation checklist and the interview. The subjects of
this research are two teachers who taught in the seventh and eighth grades. The study revealed that
both English teachers at SMP Al Fatih Makassar effectively integrated ICT tools to support lesson
objectives and enhance the teaching and learning process. Commonly used tools included laptops,
LCD projectors, speakers, YouTube, and mobile phones, which collectively improved student
engagement, attentiveness, and motivation. However, differences emerged in the scope of ICT
application: Teacher 1 utilized a wider range of tools, creating a multimedia learning environment that
combined visual, auditory, reading, and interactive elements. Teacher 2 applied a more limited set of
visual and auditory resources but still maintained effective classroom engagement. These results
suggest that broader and more varied ICT integration can enrich the learning experience and foster
higher levels of active student participation. |
