EXPLORING THE IMPACTS OF GOOGLE TRANSLATE ON LEARNING ENGLISH WRITING FOR BUSINESS ENGLISH COMMUNICATION STUDENTS

Abstract

This research explored the impact of using Google Translate in learning English writing for Business English Communication students. This research used a descriptive qualitative method with questionnaire and interview data collection techniques, collecting data from students who actively use Google Translate. The results show that this tool has a positive impact on five elements of writing: Content, Organization, Vocabulary, Grammar, and Mechanics. In particular, Google Translate helped students come up with ideas for sentence organization, provided basic structure, helped find and enrich vocabulary, checked grammatical errors and improved grammatical understanding, and assisted in writing mechanics. However, the results also show that the use of this tool still requires manual adjustment to fit the context and increase independence in writing. The findings suggest that Google Translate should be used as a supportive tool, while prioritizing the development of independent writing skills.