Rizky, Nabila Aulia (2026) THE USE OF ENGLISH MANHWA WEBTOON APPLICATION IN IMPROVING READING SKILL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS. Diploma thesis, UNIVERSITAS ISLAM KALIMANTAN MAB.
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Abstract
Reading skill is one of the essential abilities in mastering English, especially for university students who are required to comprehend various academic and non-academic texts. The development of digital technology introduces various innovative learning media, one of which is the Webtoon application that presents manhwa or Korean digital comics. With its visually engaging design, communicative language, and diverse storylines, English manhwa in the Webtoon application is believed to increase students’ interest and motivation in reading. This research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. The data are collected through in-depth interviews with five university students who actively use the Webtoon application to read English manhwa. The data analysis technique refers to Miles and Huberman’s model, which consists of three stages: data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. The results of the research indicate that students utilize the Manhwa Webtoon application to improve their English reading skills in various ways, such as engaging in extensive reading to enrich their vocabulary, practicing reading fluency with short chapters without translations, and using a combination of text and images to understand context. They apply interactive strategies such as noting new vocabulary, discussing in groups, and summarizing stories to practice comprehension. The use of the Webtoon app contributes positively to improving students' reading skills, particularly in expanding vocabulary, understanding story context, and increasing reading speed. The visual elements and engaging storylines serve as the main strengths that sustain students' reading interest. However, there are drawbacks, such as reduced concentration due to the app's interactive features and the use of informal language or slang that may not always be appropriate for academic purposes. In conclusion, Webtoon apps featuring English-language manhwa serve as an effective supplementary reading medium when used strategically and combined with formal learning materials.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Diploma) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Manhwa, Webtoon, Reading Skill |
| Subjects: | L Education > L Education (General) |
| Depositing User: | Risnawati |
| Date Deposited: | 09 Apr 2026 05:25 |
| Last Modified: | 09 Apr 2026 05:25 |
| URI: | http://eprints.uniska-bjm.ac.id/id/eprint/34374 |
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