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Download full textKalai Vaani Rajandram; Judith Nesamalar Tharumaraj – IAFOR Journal of Education, 2024
Existing literature predominantly emphasizes policy frameworks and technological solutions, neglecting the transformative potential of creative writing in facilitating purpose-driven learning. In the context of advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this study addresses the underexplored role of creative writing as a catalyst for societal…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, Writing Instruction, Transformative Learning, Constructivism (Learning)
Musleh, Omran Ahmad; Ibrahim, Mohamed Abdelrahman; Altakhaineh, Abdel Rahman Mitib – Journal of Language and Linguistic Studies, 2020
This study aims to investigate the attitudes of non-Arabic students towards reading short stories in Arabic at universities in Malaysia, with a focus on three variables: the students' university, gender, and mother tongue. A mixed-methods approach was employed, using a questionnaire and semi-structured focus group discussion with 58 participants.…
Descriptors: Semitic Languages, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Student Attitudes
Ariffin, Adlina – Asian Journal of University Education, 2021
This paper describes the effectiveness of student collaboration as a technique in improving vocabulary development among a group of ESL learners. The main motivation behind this study was the concern that vocabulary has become a neglected area in the teaching of English language. The main aims of the study were to evaluate whether student…
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Instructional Effectiveness, Reading Instruction, English (Second Language)
Azmuddin, Ruhil Amal; Jamali, Mazura; Rahim, Azwin Arif Abdul; Ali, Mohammad Musab Azmat; Khamis, Nor Yazi – Malaysian Journal of Learning and Instruction, 2022
Purpose: This study explored ESL learners' utilization of Online Discussion Forums (ODFs) in Interactive Reading for Academic Disciplines (iREAD) to assist reading of online scientific texts within an English for Specific Purposes course at a public university. Method: This qualitative research employed two data collection methods during lessons…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Reading Comprehension, English for Science and Technology, Second Language Learning
Maeda, Junko – IAFOR Journal of Education, 2017
Approximately one million international students were enrolled at U.S. universities in the academic year 2015-2016, and the number has been steadily rising since. Although these students aim to increase intercultural communication skills, international knowledge, and critical thinking skills, some international students experience difficulty…
Descriptors: Foreign Students, College Students, Barriers, Emotional Response
Direct linkGhadirian, Hajar; Fauzi Mohd Ayub, Ahmad; Salehi, Keyvan – Technology, Pedagogy and Education, 2018
The aim of this study was to investigate the relationships between students' perceptions of online discussions, participation and e-moderation behaviours in peer-moderated asynchronous online discussions. Using survey data, the learning system's activity log and discussion transcripts, the authors analysed how 84 learners' perceptions of online…
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Asynchronous Communication, Group Discussion, Computer Mediated Communication
Shafie, Latisha Asmaak; Yaacob, Aizan; Singh, Paramjit Kaur Karpal – English Language Teaching, 2016
This qualitative research investigates the practice of lurking among English as a second language (ESL) learners in a Facebook group discussion. Lurking is a term used to describe the activity of following and observing any online discussions or activities without contributing to the discussions. Lurkers are often accused of being invisible and…
Descriptors: Social Networks, Second Language Learning, English (Second Language), Language of Instruction
Haron, Haeza; Kasuma, Shaidatul Akma Adi; Akhiar, Ayuni – International Journal of Virtual and Personal Learning Environments, 2021
This study uses WhatsApp to facilitate online discussions in developing content idea for ESL writing. A quasi-experimental study was conducted with 33 pre-university students participating in online discussions on WhatsApp for five weeks to support face-to-face instructions. Pre-test, post-test, and five weekly writing tests were administered,…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Writing (Composition), Discussion Groups
Kushairi, Norliza – Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 2015
This is an action research carried out to challenge my PowerPoint-based traditional way of delivering lecture. Awakened by calls for 21st century classroom models, which, among others, is to embed creativity and innovation as a means for critical thinking skill, a journey to embark on a cloud-based zooming presentation combined with grounded-based…
Descriptors: Action Research, Teaching Methods, Critical Thinking, Preservice Teachers
Ping, Ng Sau; Maniam, Mahendran – International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education, 2015
Matriculation a pre-tertiary program offered by Ministry of Education for students who have completed their "Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia's" (SPM) examinations successfully. These excellent students will be required to sit for the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) before pursuing their studies in local colleges and universities. MUET…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Social Media, Group Discussion, Writing Skills
Too, Wei Keong – Language Learning Journal, 2013
Studies of reflective practices among pre-service teachers focus mostly on teaching practice and very rarely on the acquisition of academic knowledge. The aim of this study was to examine the reflections of 25 pre-service teachers in online forums and weblogs focused on their learning in two literary pedagogical courses. A total of 97 online forum…
Descriptors: Guidelines, Foreign Countries, Preservice Teachers, Outcomes of Education
Vighnarajah; Wong, Su Luan; Abu Bakar, Kamariah – Computers & Education, 2009
With rapid emergence to the birth of the knowledge era, an active and interactive learning environment is fundamental to any teaching and learning process. Over time, negative implications of traditional learning environment are mounting, and measures must be taken to challenge it. With extensive research on available learning tools, it has become…
Descriptors: Student Attitudes, Learning Strategies, Educational Environment, Discussion Groups
