The Effectiveness of Using Technology in Teaching English by exploring its impact on language learning, student motivation, and enrichment opportunities(مقاله علمی وزارت علوم)
منبع:
Journal Of English Language and Literature Teaching, Volume ۲, Issue ۲, September ۲۰۲۳
250 - 264
حوزه های تخصصی:
In this research, we delve into the effect of using technology in English language teaching. Our qualitative approach utilizes the narrative research method to collect and analyze the narrative of an experienced English language teacher who has incorporated technology in language teaching. By this research, we aim to examine the effectiveness of using technology in teaching English by exploring its impact on language learning, student motivation, and enrichment opportunities for students. The study adopts a qualitative approach, specifically a narrative research method. The participants in this study includes an experienced English language teacher in a secondary school at Sanandaj. Data were collected through in-depth interview and reflective narrative. Semi-structured interview was conducted with the participant, allowing for open-ended questions and follow-up probes to explore their experiences, attitudes, and perceptions regarding the use of technology in English language teaching. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze the interview transcript and reflective narrative. Language learning has been shown to benefit from the use of technology in English teaching, specifically boosting Language learning, student motivation and enrichment opportunities for students. The findings will contribute to the existing knowledge base and provide valuable insights for educators and policymakers seeking effective strategies for incorporating technology in English language teaching.