Canva as a Visual Learning Tool to Enhance EFL Motivation: A Pedagogical Approach

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  • Lisa Universitas Terbuka
  • Pariyanto Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Surabaya

Keywords:

Canva, Motivation, Education, EFL

Abstract

This article aims to present research results regarding the potential of Canva as a digital platform in stimulating students' learning interest in English learning materials. By applying qualitative methods and analyzing relevant literature reviews, the researchers investigated the impact of using Canva in an educational context on the learning motivation of English learning subjects. The conclusion in the analysis of various studies revealed that the application of Canva significantly increased student motivation, as reflected by substantially improved progress in average motivation scores. In addition, there were significant positive results in students’ writing skills. This finding is reinforced by the success of learning strategies such as sentence merging using Canva. Students also showed positive response in the use of Canva to build a dynamic and engaging learning scope. This research validates that Canva is an effective tool for stimulating student interest and dynamics in English language learning while fostering an interactive and flexible educational atmosphere. Therefore, it is recommended to organize training and workshops for teachers and conduct regular evaluations and further research to ensure the continuous effectiveness of Canva's application in learning. It is expected that the findings of this study can present a valuable contribution in improving educational methods in English that are creative and competitive.

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30-05-2025

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