International Journal of Literature and Language Studies
Vol. 5 No. 6 (2026): International Journal of Literature and Language Studies

CROSS-CULTURAL COMPARISONS OF ONLINE AND FACE-TO-FACE EDUCATION: METHODOLOGICAL CHALLENGES

Khudoyqulova Sevara Saidakbarovna (Teacher at the Department of The English language, The University of World Economy and Diplomacy, Tashkent, Uzbekistan)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Jun 2026

Abstract

The rapid development of digital technologies and the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic have significantly transformed educational systems worldwide. This transformation intensified the comparison between online and face-to-face education across different cultural contexts. The present study investigates methodological challenges in cross-cultural comparisons of online and traditional classroom learning. The research applies the IMRAD structure and relies on statistical reports, international educational surveys, and comparative analysis methods. Findings indicate that socio-cultural values, technological infrastructure, digital literacy, language barriers, and pedagogical traditions considerably influence learning outcomes and students’ engagement in different educational environments. The study emphasizes that methodological inconsistencies often limit the reliability of international comparisons. The article concludes that future educational research should integrate culturally adaptive methodologies and mixed-method approaches to ensure accurate evaluation of educational effectiveness.

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ijlls

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Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

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The mission of the International Journal of Literature and Language Studies (IJLLS) is to provide readers with the development of language studies in linguistics and literature. In addition to manuscripts that center on the study, we welcome manuscripts on a wide range of topics relating to the ...