THE EFFECTIVENESS OF LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS) AS A DIGITAL TOOL FOR TESL UNDERGRADUATES AT HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION IN MALAYSIA

Abstract

The study aimed to examine the effectiveness of the Learning Management System (LMS) as a digital tool for TESL Undergraduates. A Learning Management System (LMS) is an application software that is used to help in the online learning process. Moodle is one of the most popular (LMS) applications and is very appropriate for online learning study. Besides, it has various features that can support student activities online. Some learning activities are supported by (LMS) such as videos, materials, assignments, and links, quizzes. The survey was conducted online and 30 students completed the survey voluntarily, and the data were subjected to content analysis through a quantitative approach. According to the results, implementing the course, especially with electronic activities had positive effects on students from a learning and evaluation perspective. Students stated that learning by utilizing the (LMS) environment supported them in participating in the course activities and indicated that following the content of the course, homework and projects online was interesting and useful.