IT and Management Strategies for Language Education: Lessons from the Digitalization of Education Activities

AbstractThe Education 4.0 plan had initiated major changes to the education sector’s workflow and teaching method. In Indonesia, this sudden transformation is perceived as both an opportunity and a drawback, especially in language learning. This study investigates how technology can be integrated in language education, with the purpose of designing a strategy that addresses pedagogical problems, enhances the implementation of technology, and increases learning effectiveness among students. The methods used in this research are Mixed-method, Comparative analysis, and Framework development. The result shows that while the shift to online learning presented challenges for both teachers and students, such as technological proficiency and maintaining engagement, it also opened up opportunities to utilize innovative technologies like Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) and game-based learning to enhance language acquisition. In conclusion, adoption of Information Technology (IT) in the language education sector has its own challenges and opportunity, comprehensive understanding of how IT influences language education during and after pandemic to better guide technological innovation to the betterment of the language education sector.