E-Learning During the COVID-19 Outbreak: The Effect of the Grammar Translation Method and the Direct Method on Students’ English Competence

E-learning has been encouraged for usage during COVID-19, and this leaves problems with students’ learning activities, particularly in social economic aspects. Applying appropriate teaching methods is expected, which motivates students to learn virtually. This paper studies the effect of grammar translation method direct on English competence; e-learning uses electronic tools communication applications, such as Zoom Google Classroom. The data were collected by questionnaires distributed 100 students, 95 analyzable. analyzed path analysis via Microsoft SPSS version 21. findings are follows: 1) a significant competence, contributing 27.7% competence. mediating role Classroom no contribution 2) an indirect when utilized mediation that provide application.