Speak English, Act Local: University Students Using Tiktok For Project-Based Learning On Hunger And Health

Abstract

 This study explores the effectiveness of a Project-Based Learning (PjBL) approach using TikTok as a digital medium for English language instruction at the university level, with a focus on Zero Hunger and Good Health and Well-being (Sustainable Development Goals/SDGs). The participants were 25 students from an English Education department at an Indonesian university. Students created English-language educational content on nutrition, health, and food security and uploaded it to TikTok as part of their class project. A descriptive qualitative method was employed, involving classroom observations, interviews, and content analysis. Results indicate that this approach not only enhanced students’ English skills particularly in speaking and writing but also fostered social awareness and critical thinking. The findings suggest that integrating social media with project-based learning can be an effective strategy for promoting both language competence and 21st-century skills.