The teaching and learning process can be conducted more easily with the use
of technology, and many schools in Indonesia have implemented it in daily learning
process, one of them is Madrasah Tsanawiyah Al-Irsyad. However, the results of
initial observations show that there is problem in online learning, especially in
English subjects using Google Classrooom application. Therefore, this study aims
to find out students’ perceptions on English online learning through google
classroom and to find out the advantages and disadvantages of English online
learning through google classroom encountered by the teacher and students.
This study used a qualitative research design. The research was conducted in
in MTs Al-Irsyad Gunung Makmur with 5 students and an English teacher as the
participants or subjects in this study. The data were collected through observation
and interview and were analyzed through the processes of data reduction, data
display, and conclusion drawing and verifying.
The results of the study showed that all respondents’ perception about the use
of Google Classroom for English online learning was good. Then, the advantages
of using Google Classroom for English online learning are the familiarity of using
technology for learning, easy access, and time efficiency, the files of material,
assignments, and others can be categorized based on the topics, the assignment
submission feature is very helpful, and the delivery of material is easier. On the
other hand, internet connection and internet cost are the disadvantages of using
Google Classroom for English online learning.