The Implementation of Digital-powered Multiliteracies in Learning the English Language among Indigenous Students in Malaysia

Authors

  • Fariza Puteh Behak
  • Noor Saazai Mat Saad
  • Ramiaida Darmi
  • Hazleena Baharun
  • Suzanah Selamat
  • Engku Muhammad Syafiq Engku Saffruddin
  • Norhaili Massari

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33102/alazkiyaa235

Keywords:

multiliteracies, indigenous, English language learning, digital education

Abstract

Contemporary literacy demands multiple competencies, yet indigenous students face persistent challenges including poor literacy outcomes and inadequate culturally responsive pedagogy. Grounded in Multiliteracies theory, this study explores the implementation of a Digital-powered Multiliteracies English Language Learning (DMELL) program among indigenous learners. Using participatory action research, data were collected from eight English teachers and 30 Form 2 students at SMK Bestari through interviews, observation, documents, and research diaries, and analyzed thematically via Atlas.ti. Successful DMELL implementation required understanding students' sociocultural contexts and community literacy practices. This study provides a framework integrating sociocultural, English language, and digital competencies effectively addresses indigenous students' educational needs and future readiness.

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30-04-2026

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Puteh Behak, F., Mat Saad, N. S., Darmi, R., Baharun, H., Selamat , S., Engku Muhammad Syafiq Engku Saffruddin, & Norhaili Massari. (2026). The Implementation of Digital-powered Multiliteracies in Learning the English Language among Indigenous Students in Malaysia . Al-Azkiyaa - International Journal of Language and Education, 5(1), 100–115. https://doi.org/10.33102/alazkiyaa235

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