The Development of Digital Learning Platform Based on Constructivist to Enhance English Speaking Skill for Grade 10 Students

Abstract

This research aimed to 1) design and develop a digital learning platform based on constructivist principles to enhance the English Speaking skill of Grade 10 students,
(2) examine students’ speaking performance after using the platform, and (3) explore their opinions regarding the learning experience. The participants were 21 students from Grade 10/2 at Khamtoeiwittaya School, selected through purposive sampling. The research employed a pre-experimental design using a one-group posttest-only approach (One Shot Case Study). The research instruments consisted of (1) the digital learning platform, (2) an English speaking skills assessment, and (3) a student opinion questionnaire. Quantitative data from the speaking assessment were analyzed using mean scores, percentages, and standard deviation, while qualitative data from the questionnaire were examined through descriptive and interpretive analysis.

              The research results revealed as follows:

              1) The designed digital learning platform included six key components:
1) Problem-based and learning tasks 2) Resources, 3) Collaboration, 4) Speaking Practice center, 5) Scaffolding center and 6) Coaching.

              2) The students’ overall English speaking skills were rated at a good level, with an average score of 23.19 (S.D. = 1.82), accounting for 77.30%, which was above the predetermined benchmark of 65%. Furthermore, 90.48% of students met or exceeded the benchmark.

              3) Students expressed positive opinions toward the platform, noting that the content was appropriate and up-to-date, the learning media were easy to understand and readily accessible, and the platform enabled learning anytime and anywhere. In addition, the design of the learning activities effectively encouraged hands-on practice and supported learners in constructing knowledge independently.