Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies
Vol 8, No 1 (2025): March 2025

LMS Mediated Blended Learning in English for Academic Purpose: Pharmacy Students’ View

Rahman, Faisal (Universitas Sari Mulia)
Azmi, Aulia (Universitas Sari Mulia)



Article Info

Publish Date
06 Mar 2025

Abstract

This study aims to identify pharmacy students’ perception on the implementation of Learning Management System (LMS) mediated blended learning in English for Academic Purpose (EAP) course. The scope of this study is in several factors, such as the use of LMS in blended learning, and the effectiveness of blended learning in EAP context to develop students’ motivation, communication skill, vocabulary, critical thinking and social interaction according to the students’ perception. This research utilizes a quantitative approach employing an analytical survey with an exploratory component using Likert scale questionnaire to collect the data. The population of this research is 115 students of pharmacy taking EAP course. The sample is 35 students selected using simple random sampling technique. This study reveals that blended learning is perceived positively by students in this EAP course, particularly for developing core skills and understanding the subject matter. Additionally, blended learning is also considered interesting and enjoyable. However, there is room for improvement in fostering critical thinking and social interaction. This result recommends educators to implement LMS mediated blended learning in English Language teaching and learning with several improvement, especially in the way to improve students’ critical thinking and social interaction.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JELTS

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Subject

Arts Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

The aim of this journal is to publish high-quality articles in the field of English Education, English linguistics, English Literature, and Culture. The journal invites scientists, lecturers, teachers, practitioners throughout the world to disseminate theoretical and practice-oriented topics of ...