UNIVERSITY STUDENTS PERCEPTION ON THE USE OF TIK TOK FOR IMPROVING ENGLISH LISTENING SKILL

This research investigates the perception of students In State Islamic Institute of Sorong regarding with the use of TikTok as a medium for developing English listening skills. English, English plays a vital role in education and the integration of social media into daily life have created new opportunities for language learning. TikTok, a popular social media platform, has been widely used among students for entertainment, but its potential as a tool for educational purposes, particularly in improving listening skills, has not been fully explored. This qualitative study utilizes a descriptive approach, collecting data through observations, interviews, and document analysis. The research focuses on students from the 2020-2022 cohorts of the English Language Education program at In State Islamic Institute Of Sorong. The study aims to know the students choose TikTok as a learning tool and how they use it to enhance their listening skills. The findings indicate that students reveal TikTok as a beneficial tool for learning English, particularly due to its engaging and interactive nature. However, challenges such as limited video duration, lack of pronunciation-focused features, and potential distractions were also identified. Despite these obstacles, the study concludes that TikTok has a positive impact on students' motivation and effectiveness in improving their English listening skills, provided it is integrated with structured learning. This research contributes to the understanding of social media's role in education and offers insights into how platforms like TikTok can be effectively utilized for language learning for listening English. It also highlights the need for educators to guide students in using such tools responsibly and effectively.