Microsoft Teams' impact on students' learning motivation and the development of their religious character at the PLN Institute of Technology

Abstract

Advances in information technology have brought significant changes in the world of education, including the integration of digital platforms such as Microsoft Teams in online learning. This study aims to analyze the influence of the use of Microsoft Teams on learning motivation and the formation of religious character of students at the PLN Institute of Technology. The research method used is a mixture of quantitative and qualitative, with data collection through structured questionnaires and in-depth interviews. The results of the study show that Microsoft Teams has a positive impact on student learning motivation, especially through interactive features such as chat rooms, file sharing, and video conferencing that support collaboration. Students feel more motivated in attending lectures, completing assignments, and actively participating in discussions. However, the effectiveness of this platform in shaping religious characters is still limited. Students showed improvements in online communication ethics, such as maintaining politeness, but the formation of in-depth religious values was more optimal in face-to-face learning that allowed for direct interaction.