Exploring the role of online machine translation in language classrooms: Indonesian EFL learners’ views and practices at Islamic university

Rizky, Alfi Nur Nadiva Soetam and Rohmana, Wahyu Indah Mala (2025) Exploring the role of online machine translation in language classrooms: Indonesian EFL learners’ views and practices at Islamic university. Englisia: Journal of Language, Education, and Humanities, 12 (2). pp. 60-76. ISSN 2527-6484

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Abstract

The integration of Online Machine Translation (OMT) into English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms has ignited discussions about its practical use and ethical implications, particularly in Islamic universities where academic integrity is a core value. This study investigates the role of OMT in language instruction, explores Indonesian EFL learners’ perspectives on its use, and identifies strategies to address the challenges it presents. Employing a qualitative case study approach, data were gathered through classroom observations, semi-structured interviews with three students and two lecturers selected via purposive sampling, and document analysis. Thematic analysis was used to interpret the findings. Results reveal that OMT enhances students’ vocabulary, serves as a writing aid, and supports speaking practice in the language classroom. It offers benefits such as time efficiency, valuable features, and user convenience. However, challenges including inaccuracies, mistranslations, over-reliance, and excessive dependency were also evident. Both students and lecturers proposed strategies to mitigate these issues, such as fostering awareness of academic integrity among Islamic university students and restricting OMT use in classroom settings.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Keywords:	EFL learners; Islamic university; Online Machine Translation
Subjects:	20 LANGUAGE, COMMUNICATION AND CULTURE > 2003 Language Studies > 200302 English Language
Divisions:	Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teaching Training > Department of English Language Education
Depositing User:	Ms. Wahyu Indah Mala Rohmana
Date Deposited:	04 Jun 2025 10:49

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