E-CLUE Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education
Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): E-CLUE: Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature, and Education

Exploring English Reading Challenges in Southwest Papua EFL Classrooms: The Role of Virtual Learning

Nursalim, Nursalim (Unknown)
Nurteteng, Nurteteng (Unknown)
Sari, Galuh Novita (Unknown)
Ayuningtyas, Puteri Nafdila (Unknown)
Yanwarin, Elisabeth (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
06 Dec 2024

Abstract

This research explores the obstacles students encounter during English reading instruction through virtual learning in Southwest Papua's English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. The study was conducted at UNIMUDA Sorong, utilizing both offline and online methods for data collection. The researcher recruited 20 participants through convenient sampling. Qualitative data was collected and analysed thematically, revealing that students perceive virtual learning as highly beneficial for improving their English reading skills. They find it user-friendly and hold a positive attitude towards its integration into learning. Consequently, it is asserted that students' favorable perceptions of virtual learning's value in enhancing EFL classrooms in Papua correspond to their adeptness in utilizing virtual learning for reading comprehension. The findings suggest that virtual learning can effectively support EFL instruction, highlighting its potential to overcome traditional learning barriers in this context. Additionally, the study emphasizes the need for adequate technological infrastructure and continuous training for both students and teachers to maximize the benefits of virtual learning.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

e-clue

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

E-Clue Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education focuses its publication on the issues around Teaching English, Linguistics, and Literature. The area of discussion may include: Teaching English Linguistics Literature Teaching and learning strategies Second Language Acquisition ...