STUDENTS' PERSPECTIVES OF UTILIZING ENGLISH VIDEOS ON TIKTOK TO IMPROVE SPEAKING ABILITY AT THE ELEVENTH GRADE OF STATE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 11 PALEMBANG

This research explores students' perspectives on the benefits of English videos on TikTok for improving speaking skills. Using a qualitative approach and case study method, data was collected through observation, questionnaires, and semi-structured interviews at SMA Negeri 11 Palembang. The findings indicate that TikTok videos significantly impact students' fluency in English. Observations revealed both strengths and weaknesses in school-based learning, while interviews with 20 respondents showed that watching English content on TikTok boosts students' confidence and speaking skills. 64% of respondents agreed that TikTok improves their speaking ability, while 34% sometimes felt it helped, and 2% disagreed. The study concludes that English videos on TikTok can be an effective tool for enhancing speaking fluency, though the level of impact varies among students.