Enhancing Learning Quality via Teacher Satisfaction with WhatsApp Usage in Teaching at SMA Laboratorium UPGRIS Semarang

Ari Yossi Kurniawan, Suwandi Suwandi, Dias Andris Susanto

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This study aims to examine the effect of using WhatsApp as a learning medium on teacher satisfaction at SMA Laboratorium UPGRIS Semarang. The research employs a quantitative approach with a survey method. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to teachers, and analyzed using simple linear regression. The findings reveal a significant and positive influence of WhatsApp usage on teacher satisfaction. The regression analysis shows a significance value of 0.001 (p < 0.05) with a regression coefficient of 0.684, indicating that improved use of WhatsApp leads to increased teacher satisfaction. The R-squared value of 0.627 suggests that 62.7% of the variance in teacher satisfaction is explained by the use of WhatsApp. Additionally, the analysis of learning quality through four indicators clarity of materials, student engagement, communication effectiveness, and learning management shows that WhatsApp is perceived as effective in supporting the learning process. These results indicate that WhatsApp can be a practical and accessible tool to enhance both the quality of learning and professional satisfaction of teachers in the digital era.


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