The Relationship Between Watching English Youtube Content And The Motivation Learn English Of Students At Al-Burhaniyah Junior High School

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the relationship between watching English YouTube content and students' motivation to learn English at Al-Burhaniyah Junior High School. This research employed a quantitative approach with a correlational research design. The population consisted of seventh- and eighth-grade students, and total sampling was applied, resulting in 62 students as the research sample. Data were collected using two questionnaires, each consisting of 12 items. The instruments were validated through expert judgment and pilot testing. The reliability test showed a Cronbach's Alpha coefficient of 0.770, indicating that the instruments were reliable. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The Shapiro–Wilk test indicated that the data were not normally distributed (Sig. < 0.05); therefore, the Spearman Rank Correlation test was used to test the hypothesis. The results showed a correlation coefficient of 0.586 with a significance value of p < 0.001, indicating a moderate positive and statistically significant relationship between watching English YouTube content and students' motivation to learn English. Thus, the alternative hypothesis was accepted. It can be concluded that students who watch English YouTube content more frequently tend to have higher motivation to learn English. Therefore, English YouTube content can be utilized as an effective alternative learning medium to support and improve students' motivation in learning English.