Soft Communication Skills Through Mobile Legends: Exploring Teamwork and Strategy Interaction Among University Students

Authors

  • Muhammad Agri Amri Universitas Negeri Medan, Indonesia
  • Muhammad Abiyyu De Rossi Universitas Negeri Medan, Indonesia
  • Rita Hartati Universitas Negeri Medan, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.57235/hemat.v2i1.4966

Keywords:

Soft Communication Skills, Mobile Legends, University Students, Teamwork, Strategy Interaction

Abstract

This study investigates the phenomenon of developing soft communication skills through the popular online game Mobile Legends, focusing on university students' teamwork and strategic interactions. The purpose is to explore how collaborative gaming environments facilitate the enhancement of essential communication competencies. Utilizing qualitative methods, including surveys and interviews, the research gathers insights from participants about their experiences in gameplay. Findings revealed that involvement in Mobile Legends significantly improved skills such as effective communication (51.6% effective), teamwork (54.8% effective), strategic interaction (61.3% effective), decision making (51.6% effective), and multi-tasking (48.4% less effective). Thus underscoring the potential of games as a valuable tool for developing interpersonal skills in academic settings.

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Published

2025-01-29

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Amri, M. A., Rossi, M. A. D., & Hartati, R. (2025). Soft Communication Skills Through Mobile Legends: Exploring Teamwork and Strategy Interaction Among University Students. Journal of Humanities Education Management Accounting and Transportation, 2(1), 174–181. https://doi.org/10.57235/hemat.v2i1.4966

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Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): Februari 2025

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