“The Role of Information Communication & Technology in English Learning”

The main purpose of this study was to find out the role of information, communication
& technology in English learning at SMAN 4 Tanjung Jabung Timur. A case study was
used as the design of this study. The subjects of this study were two English teachers at
SMAN 4 Tanjung Jabung Timur. The data of this study were collected through interview.
Based on the findings of this study, it was found that Information, Communication &
Technology has several roles. One of these roles is the importance of Information,
Communication & Technology as a role in the English learning process in the classroom.
In addition, the use of Information, Communication & Technology in supporting students'
learning process is also part of the important role of Information, Communication &
Technology. Moreover, enhancing the students' English skill is also one of the important
roles of the application of Information, Communication & Technology. This is prove by
the increase in students' English language skills and the emergence of students' interest in
the teaching and learning process using Information, Communication & Technology.
Moreover, kind of Information, Communication & Technology tools that use by the
teachers both online and offline can facilitate the teaching and learning process anywhere
and anytime. This can make it easier for teachers to explain the material and make it easier
for students to understand the material delivered by the teacher.
Keywords: The role of Information, Communication & Technology, English Learning.