Implementation of a Digital Multimodal Workbook in EFL Academic Writing: Enhancing Students Engagement, Digital and Multimodal Literacies

Authors

  • Dewi Yana

    Language and Art Faculty, Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang 25131, Indonesia
  • Yenni Rozimela

    Language and Art Faculty, Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang 25131, Indonesia
  • Hamzah Hamzah

    Language and Art Faculty, Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang 25131, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i12.11652
Received: 15 August 2025 | Revised: 16 September 2025 | Accepted: 23 September 2025 | Published Online: 13 November 2025

Abstract

Integrating digital technology into English as a Foreign Language (EFL) writing courses is essential for students' adaptation to the demands of contemporary communication. This study examines the implementation of digital multimodal workbooks (DMW) in academic writing courses for EFL students at a university in Indonesia. This study focuses on the implementation phase by employing a research and development methodology that uses the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) model. Sixteen students completed five worksheets that were designed to guide them in creating multimodal academic writing projects. Data were collected through student reflections and interviews and subsequently analyzed thematically. The findings indicate that the structured implementation of DMW can engage students in the writing process, resulting in enhanced conceptual understanding and improved academic writing literacy. Students develop writing, critical thinking, confidence, communication, research, creativity, and collaboration skills while creating multimodal text using digital tools. Despite these positive outcomes, limitations were identified, including challenges in summarizing information and issues related to team collaboration. These findings demonstrate the value of structured support for addressing these challenges. This study aligns with contemporary language learning theories and better equips students with meeting the demands of digital communication. To maximize the benefits of DMW, educators should focus on providing targeted support for synthesizing information and collaborative work. Further research could explore adapting DMW to various educational contexts to refine its effectiveness and address these challenges.

Keywords:

English as a Foreign Language; Digital Technology Integration; Addie Model; Innovative Pedagogy; Multimodal Project

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Yana, D., Rozimela, Y., & Hamzah, H. (2025). Implementation of a Digital Multimodal Workbook in EFL Academic Writing: Enhancing Students Engagement, Digital and Multimodal Literacies. Forum for Linguistic Studies, 7(12), 1030–1048. https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i12.11652

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