Studies in English Language and Education
Vol 11, No 3 (2024)

Enhancing language learning: EFL teachers insights on online autonomous learning activities

Al Shlowiy, Ahmed (Unknown)
Raj, Praveen (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Sep 2024

Abstract

Students can improve their skills, broaden their knowledge, and practice their language using online language learning resources. These resources include several activities designed to meet students requirements, promote self-learning, and fit their learning preferences. This study investigates EFL teachers perceptions of students performance in online self-learning activities during laboratory classes. They reflect on how these activities can excite students interest, motivate them, and involve them. The research addresses two questions: (a) what teachers think about the importance of e-learning laboratory activities in language learning, and (b) how these activities can promote personalized and active learning. The researchers employed a survey, interviews, field notes, reflections, and class recordings to describe, examine, and interpret the data through narrative analysis. The results show encouraging trends in engagement, motivation, interest, time, independence, and future use. Most students had strong critical thinking skills and enjoyed the self-completion of the assignments. Few learners became demotivated and lost interest owing to the absence of grading, seriousness, or effective surroundings. Additionally, the research shows that compared to traditional face-to-face learning, online learning gives teachers more time and opportunities to update their methods and help students in new ways.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

SiELE

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Studies in English Language and Education (SiELE) is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Department of English Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Syiah Kuala, Banda Aceh, Indonesia. The journal presents research and development in the field of teaching ...