Virtual Workspaces for Enhancing Collaborative Work in EFL Learning: A Case Study in Higher Education

Castillo-Cuesta, Luz; Ochoa-Cueva, Cesar; Cabrera-Solano, Paola

doi:10.3991/ijet.v17i02.25937

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“…It encourages students to become an independent learner and promotes autonomy where teachers and learners actively and voluntarily engage in the teaching-learning process. Moreover, Castillo-Cuesta et al, [35] article and findings "ICT tools are essential and effective in classroom pedagogy" (p. 11). Li, Z.…”

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Practice and Principle of Blended Learning in ESL/EFL Pedagogy: Strategies, Techniques and Challenges

Alam

Albozeidi

Al-Hawamdeh

et al. 2022

Int. J. Emerg. Technol. Learn.

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Abstract— The present study aims to investigate the efficacy of the Blended learning or Hybrid learning. It also explores the practical challenges and suggests strategies to implement in the actual classroom. Additionally, the study throws light on the advantages and disadvantages of online pedagogy following qualitative method based on interview method of individuals using or utilized Blended learning in the classroom. The interview was conducted through sending emails and the response was recorded and received. The responses of participants were thoroughly evaluated, analyzed and discussed in detail. The article significantly helps in implementation of Blended learning in classroom pedagogy and allows offering a broad view of how the amalgamation of online teaching is possible in an effective way. It also explores pedagogical concerns of actual classroom situations using Blended learning or relying on online teaching. Learning outcomes depends on how well the approach, method, and technique is used or implemented followed by formative and summative assessments. The study highlights the use of blended learning and difference of relying on online teaching. It is important for the stake holders to realize that here is no escape but to find effective way which can ultimately deliver the expected learning outcomes. Keywords: blended learning; flipped classroom; self-directed learning, pedagogy, strategies, introduction

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Practice and Principle of Blended Learning in ESL/EFL Pedagogy: Strategies, Techniques and Challenges

Alam

Albozeidi

Al-Hawamdeh

et al. 2022

Int. J. Emerg. Technol. Learn.

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“…And interpreting it, sharing information, and building knowledge by relying on collaborative tools and various electronic brainstorming tools that help in developing their thinking skills. It also provides group feedback activities, and this is known as electronic collaborative learning [11].…”

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“…This study came to reveal the effectiveness of collaborative e-learning in developing digital thinking skills. Although studies [10][11][12][13] confirm the effectiveness of using electronic collaborative learning due to its many advantages, the vast majority of learners do not benefit from the services electronic collaborative learning is largely because it may not meet their needs in a way that suits their learning styles, this due to the fact that electronic collaborative learning environments do not help learners to interact and integrate easily in their preparations, interests and learning style, and to improve digital thinking skills according to electronic collaborative learning requires the adoption of a learning theory that fits with the nature and characteristics of digital skills diploma teachers for the primary stage and their learning styles, such as connectivism theory, which is considered one of the best educational theories in the digital age, as revealed by many studies [2,[14][15][16] which focuses on the use of digital technology in learning based on networks within an effective social framework.…”

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The Effectiveness of E-Collaborative Learning in Developing Digital Thinking Skills among Teachers in the Light of Connectivism Theory

Aldalalah,

Alhalaq,

Eyadat

2023

IJIET

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The current study aimed to find out the effectiveness of Electronic Collaborative Learning (ECL) in developing digital thinking skills among teachers in the light of connectivism theory. The researchers used the quantitative method (quasi-experimental). The actual number of the study sample consisted of 32 teachers from the digital skills diploma teachers for the primary stage at Taibah University who were registered in the Advanced Digital Applications course (CS552) in the second semester of the academic year 2021–2022. They were distributed randomly into two groups. The researchers used three instruments in the study, the first instrument: testing the concepts of digital thinking skills, the second instrument: observation for digital thinking practices, and the third instrument: a questionnaire was adapted of teachers’ attitudes to digital thinking. This is done by analyzing the sample responses of the parameters on the three study instruments (testing the concepts of digital thinking, the digital thinking skills observation card, and its questionnaire about attitude towards digital thinking). The results showed that there was an effectiveness of electronic collaborative learning in developing digital thinking skills for teachers in the light of communication theory. Based on the results, the researchers recommended activating electronic collaborative learning based on connectivism theory to develop digital thinking skills.

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“…In 2021, Kosnin et al tested the effectiveness of the Jamboard application on a Financial Management course among students of the Faculty of Hospitality, Tourism, and Wellness and reported that Jamboard was an effective tool for drawing and writing online. Another finding from the research to examine the perceptions of students toward the application of virtual workspace like Jamboard by Castillo-Cuesta et al (2022) revealed that the implementation of Jamboard created the positive learning environment which fostered students' collaborative and communication skills, engagement and active particapation, interest and motivation. Khoiriyah et al (2022) realized from the research of embedding Jamboar to collaborative reading strategies that the Jamboard is beneficial for their study and simple to use.…”

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Implementing Online Tools to the Pre-writing Stage: An Investigation into Online Writing Classes

Bui

2023

Intern. j., second, foreign lang. educ.

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Writing is considered one of the most challenging skills for second and/ or foreign-language learners, particularly in the online environment. Numerous researchers worldwide have explored how to stimulate students' schemata and develop their writing skills. This study critically investigates the contribution of implementing online tools, such as Padlet and Jamboard, during the pre-writing stage to enhance students' writing abilities and their reactions to this application. A seven-week experimental research design was conducted with two online writing classes using the Zoom platform. The participants were 62 pre-intermediate students in the Intensive English program. T-tests were used to analyse the data, and a survey was administered to students in the experimental group at the end of week 7 to gather their perceptions. The findings revealed that integrating Padlet and Jamboard positively impacted the organisation and content of students' written texts. The survey results showed that most students were satisfied with the effectiveness of the lessons and their level of engagement in class. This study highlights the potential of technology integration in teaching writing, especially during the pre-writing stage, and suggests further research in this area.

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Virtual Workspaces for Enhancing Collaborative Work in EFL Learning: A Case Study in Higher Education

Cited by 14 publications

References 19 publications

Practice and Principle of Blended Learning in ESL/EFL Pedagogy: Strategies, Techniques and Challenges

Practice and Principle of Blended Learning in ESL/EFL Pedagogy: Strategies, Techniques and Challenges

The Effectiveness of E-Collaborative Learning in Developing Digital Thinking Skills among Teachers in the Light of Connectivism Theory

Implementing Online Tools to the Pre-writing Stage: An Investigation into Online Writing Classes

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