scholarly journals The Influence of Instructional Syntax to Engage EFL Students in Online Learning Environment

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 121
Author(s):  
Darmawansah Darmawansah ◽  
Setyabudi Indartono
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
English Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Lesson Plans ◽  
English Language Learning ◽  
Online Learning Environment ◽  
Learning Session

This paper aims to analyse the instructional syntax for an online learning environment in English language learning. The data collection used lesson plans in a Spain-based English Academy. The research method used Hemphill’s engagement criteria to find the syntax characteristic in the lesson plans instructions. Also, the study analysed the factors of engagement during the learning session. The study revealed the frequencies of the instructional syntax used by EFL teachers and how these instructions engage the students. The lessons plans were coded to find the most syntax used and the engagement criteria. The result identified ‘ask’ is the most used syntax with 15.3% while inquiries method  (38.9%) was using the most in teaching students online. Moreover, the distribution item of engagement factors as EFL online teachers’ focus group discussion shows how the engagement model can be used for English learners. This study will contribute as an expanding method of English language learning in an online setting widely.

scholarly journals Online Learning During the Covid-19 Pandemic: How has this new situation affected students’ oral communication skills?

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 30-41
Author(s):  
Elena Alcalde Peñalver ◽  
Jesús García Laborda
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
English Language ◽  
Oral Communication ◽  
Online Learning Environment ◽  
Technical Problems ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
New Situation

Employing technology has become imperative to accelerate learning efforts and offer methods to enhance interactions between learners, and among learners and tutors. In this paper, we investigate the difficulties faced by learners in learning virtually and, specifically, in English language learning, with a focus on oral communication skills. Research questions of this study are related to the main difficulties that students face to enhance their English oral communication skills. The tools and methodologies that worked best for them for this purpose are also in focus. In the literature we present a review of pertinent studies connected with learning responses in the COVID-19 period and those specifically related to the topic of our study. The methodology used for the study was an exploratory survey research design using a questionnaire to collect the necessary data for our research. Results showed that students highlighted technical problems as some of the main challenges, as well as not feeling completely comfortable in the online learning environment due to the lack of real communication, which also had an impact in the perception of their progress. They also found group video or audio calls to be the most useful tool for communication purposes. The results of this preliminary study are relevant to educational developers and policymakers. They give an understanding of aspects to be considered to improve the efficacy of learners’ when it comes to enhancing their English communication skills, such as difficulties regarding interaction or level of satisfaction in an online learning environment.

scholarly journals A Study On Online Language Learning Environment For College Students In Tamil Nadu

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 1573-1578
Author(s):  
J. Jeyarani, Et. al.
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
English Language ◽  
Virtual Learning Environment ◽  
Online Learning Environment ◽  
Online Language Learning

Online learning environment and strategies provide ample and valid opportunities to explore, discover and perform with the wonders of technology. This paper surveys and analyses the online language learning environment of college students in Tamil Nadu. The study examines the specific advantages of the learning environment and the instructional methods employed in the virtual learning environment. The study is undertaken with college students from different districts of Tamil Nadu who underwent a pre-assessment and a post assessment before and after they participated in the structured online English language classes constituting the research. The study puts forward the use of technology, different modern teaching theories and practises, a deviation from normal teaching, innovative online teaching methods of English language skills, a difference of learning scenario, all intended to benefit students with different language levels and comprehensive capacities, and most significantly to balance and tone down lapses, if any, in online learning environment. The pre and post assessments of the participant students are statistically presented herewith which depicts the benefits as well as barriers of online language learning environment of college students in Tamil Nadu.

scholarly journals Developing Little Bridge as an evidence-informed English language learning platform for 6–12 year olds

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Emma Rogers ◽  
Kristen Weatherby
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
English Learners ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Social Aspect ◽  
English Language Learning ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Global Language ◽  
The Relationship

English is considered by many to be the global language of business and communication and, as such, parents and educators in countries in which English is not a native language are now encouraging children to study English at a young age. Much second language teaching and learning, however, does not take into account the real-world context within which language will be put to use. Little Bridge has developed an English language learning platform for students aged 6−12 years, within which learners acquire English vocabulary and skills and are able to apply what they have learned in real conversations with other English learners around the world. As part of UCL’s EDUCATE research accelerator programme, Little Bridge worked with a mentor to design and conduct mixed-methods research into the relationship between this social aspect of their platform and students’ achievement in learning English. Findings suggested that Little Bridge users who are the most active participants in the platform’s social network also complete more of the platform’s learning activities and achieve better results than those with the lowest social participation rates. The relationship between the academic mentor and Little Bridge enabled the company to develop a research mindset, understand the value of the data that they already have, and improve their understanding of the platform.

scholarly journals Teachers’ Perception of Online Learning during Pandemic Covid-19

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 392-406
Author(s):  
Retno Puji Rahayu ◽  
Yanty Wirza
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
English Language ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
English Language Learning ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
The Right

Since March 2020, the case of coronavirus disease or known as Covid-19, has become a global pandemic. According to UNESCO, schools are closed in about 100 countries due to a public health emergency, including Indonesia. The condition forces teachers to make the transition of the way they teach from face to face learning to online learning. This study investigated EFL teachers’ Perception of online English language learning. Their perceptions were analyzed in three aspects: perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and their attitude toward online English language learning. This study employed a descriptive design with a qualitative approach. A survey questionnaire and interview were used in this study to elicit the responses of 102 Junior High School English teachers in Bandung. This study's findings revealed that the participants showed a positive perception of the usefulness and ease of use of online learning systems during pandemic Covid-19. Still, more than half of the teachers didn’t agree on the effectiveness of it. Even though the teachers face many online teaching problems, they could show the right attitude toward using technology to teach online.

scholarly journals Relationship of School Environment and English Language Learning at Government Schools

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Muhammad Arfan Lodhi ◽  
Abdul Hye Sahar ◽  
Numra Qayyum ◽  
Samreen Iqbal ◽  
Huma Shareef
Keyword(s):  
Academic Success ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
School Environment ◽  
English Language ◽  
English Language Learning ◽  
Population Parameter ◽  
Government Schools ◽  
Esl Learners

Academic success of language learners is not only determined by their level of intelligence but it is also associated with the learning environment provided to them. The current study is an attempt to investigate the factors which affect learning environment of English language learners at government schools. In this context a survey based research design was selected by following quantitative methodology. Sample was drawn from the population parameter of government schools. The students were selected randomly whereas teachers and head teachers were selected by using convenient sampling technique. A questionnaire was developed, validated and administered to know the perspectives of the selected respondents. Findings of the study revealed that suitable school environment provides significant contributions to ESL learners’ performance and accomplishment. The study also found that student-teacher and teacher-parent relationship promote and strengthen language learning capacity of ESL learners. It is highly recommended to develop such school environment which is conducive to English language learning; as environmental factors at school are as important as pedagogical interventions of ESL teachers.

scholarly journals SONGS, RHYME, GAMES: Getting Children Drawn in the Language Class Through Fun Activities

ELT-Lectura ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Wahyuni Ratu
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environment ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
English Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Effective Technique ◽  
Language Class ◽  
Language Classroom ◽  
Free Environment ◽  
Free Language

Boredom makes children disinterested in the language classroom. Certain fun activities could be appliedas the strategy of getting children drawn in the language class and to ensure a natural anxiety-free language learning environment. Songs, rhymes and games were fun activities and effective technique to be used for children in the language class. This paper gives a perspective on the useful of Songs, rhymes and games in English language class especially in SMP level to ensure a stress-free environment for beginner English learners by providing the required conditions so that the children learn English with a lot of amusement in the classroom.

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