Student’s Perspective of Using Quora: An Authentic Learning Experience in Digital Platform
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.21460/saga.2023.41.152Keywords:
Quora; authentic learningAbstract
The purpose of this study was to explore the effectiveness of Quora based on the perception of higher education students at Islamic State University of Semarang, specifically about authentic experience of reading and writing practice in expression of asking and giving opinion. Descriptive method was used as the research design. Questionnaire and interview were used to investigate student’s attitude toward the Quora platform. Based on student’s questionnaire and interview result’s analysis, the experience of doing authentic practice is interesting. The study showed that more than 85% of students admit the effectiveness of Quora to give authentic learning experience and to help them adapt in the real situation.
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