This study investigates the effectiveness of the Flipgrid application in
enhancing narrative speaking skills and self-confidence among secondary school
students in Banjarnegara Regency. The study employed a quasi-experimental
design with an experimental group that used Flipgrid and a control group that did
not. Pre- and post-tests assessed students' narrative speaking abilities, while
questionnaires measured self-confidence levels.
The results revealed significant improvements in the experimental group's posttest
scores compared to their pre-test scores and the control group. Descriptive
statistics showed higher mean scores on the post-tests for the experimental group,
with standard deviations of 2.687 (pre-test) and 3.057 (post-test). Inferential
statistics further confirmed Flipgrid's positive impact - the F-test yielded a
calculated F-value of 36.361 (exceeding the critical 3.35) and the t-value for
speaking skills was 10.809 (above the 1.70329 threshold), indicating the treatment
had a statistically significant effect. Normality tests validated the data's normal
distribution (p=0.177 for speaking, p=0.200 for confidence).
Notably, around 72.73% of students found Flipgrid enjoyable for learning
storytelling through its interactive features, ease of use, and opportunities for
practicing speaking with reduced anxiety. However, questionnaire responses
revealed some uncertainty regarding Flipgrid's direct impact on confidence in
learning and speaking English.
Overall, this study provides empirical evidence that Flipgrid can significantly
enhance secondary students' narrative speaking proficiency. While its influence on
self-confidence requires further scrutiny, the findings highlight Flipgrid as a
promising educational technology for developing crucial language skills.