International Journal on E-Learning Practices (IJELP)

The Trends in E-learning Implementation in Tertiary Education: A Review of Blended Learning in China and Other Countries

Xianjun Dai, Nur Suhaidah Sukor, He Sun — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800

Blended learning is a combination of online learning and face-to-face learning. It is an important trend in the development of tertiary education in China and foreign countries. In recent years, the discussion of blended learning gradually moves from theory to practice, and more and more college teachers begin to pay attention to blended teaching design and put it into practice. This study attempts to give an overview on the topic of blended learning in tertiary education, with a comparison of Chinese and global perspectives. By using “blended learning” and “higher education” as the theme word, and through the advanced search function in CNKI (Core of Peking University /CSSCI) and Scopus database, this paper retrieved 356 and 2293 relevant journals respectively from 2004 to 2023. Utilizing a comparative approach, this study compared the retrieved data from CNKI and Scopus, sorted out the research context in China and foreign countries, analyzed the current research hot-spots, research topics and research trends of blended teaching in tertiary education using a comparative approach, and provided references for the future research in this field. The result showed that the research hot-spots includes the effectiveness of blended learning, blended learning models, blended learning strategies, and influencing factors of blended learning adoption. Furthermore, the study demonstrated a shift in research focus, from initial discussions to investigations into its pedagogical implications.

Revisiting E-Learning in China: Analysis of TPACK Development in China and Other Countries

He Sun, Nur Suhaidah Sukor, Xianjun Dai — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800

The development of TPACK for teachers is crucial for the effective use of technology in teaching and the promotion of teacher professional development. TPACK development has become a hot topic in the field of teacher education and educational technology. In order to gain a deeper understanding of the overall situation of current research on teachers’ TPACK development and predict the future trend of research, this study used "TPACK" as the theme word to search for relevant literature from the core journals of CNKI database (SCI/EI/Peking University Core/CSSCI/CSCD/AMI) and English journals of Scopus database. 306 and 1095 relevant literature were selected respectively. High-frequency keyword and co-word analysis methods were conducted on the obtained literature. The results showed that the current research hot spots in the TPACK field are current situation investigation and analysis, ability improvement, influencing factors. It is predicted that the future research on TPACK development will tend to focus on interdisciplinary and specialized research, applied practice research, and teacher TPACK ability improvement training research. By comparing the commonalities and differences of TPACK research in China and other countries. it is proposed to shift from universal research to specialized research, and carry out action and experimental research on teacher TPACK ability improvement training courses. And it is necessary to closely follow the digital process of education and carry out research on the framework development of I-TPACK and AI-TPACK to enhance teachers’ ability of teaching with technology.

Keywords: teachers, TPACK , literature, teaching with technology, improvement

The Effects of Blended Learning on Chinese Undergraduate EFL Students' Reading Achievement And Engagement

Haiyan He, Noraini Said — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800

The present study aimed to examine the effects of blended learning on Chinese undergraduate EFL students’ reading achievement and engagement. To achieve the objectives, a quasi-experimental research was carried out. It involved 82 junior EFL participants who were divided into a control group and an experimental group in a Chinese university. Only the experimental group was taught with blended learning in EFL reading activities, whereas the control group retained the conventional F2F EFL reading instruction. Both groups received the Reading Comprehension Test (RCT) and the Higher Education Student Engagement Scale (HESES) test during pre- and post-tests. After a twelve-week treatment in the experimental group, independent sample t-test and ANCOVA analyses were utilized to compare the pre- and post-test results of both groups. According to the findings of the study, blended learning showed a significant positive effect on Chinese undergraduate EFL students’ reading achievement and the overall student engagement in which students’ academic engagement, cognitive engagement, social engagement with teachers, and social engagement with peers presented more effective results in blended learning than that in conventional learning, although students’ affective engagement indicated no statistically meaningful difference. Therefore, blended learning as a popular learning normality in the digital era can be adopted in EFL reading class for optimizing EFL reading comprehension and activating student engagement in a sustainable manner.

Vocational College Students’ Learning Efficiency on The Use of Computer English MOOC in Hybrid Learning

Wei Wei, Noraini Said — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800

With the improvement of educational technology modernization, the promoting effect of network technology on education has been widely concerned by educational circles Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) have emerged as a popular platform for learners to access and utilize educational resources. This paper aims to investigate the relationship between various aspects of hybrid learning in the Computer English MOOC platform, including students' learning objectives, methods, concentration, collaborative skills, teacher supervision, and learning efficiency. The research utilizes a quantitative approach to analyze data obtained from 168 vocational college students majoring in computer-related subjects. During the Covid-19 pandemic, it was not always possible for students to go to school in person, but when it came to learning Computer English, they had clear goals. Students were able to get complete and organized information through hybrid learning. And there is a strong relationship between learning cooperation and learning proficiency via hybrid learning. Learning cooperation has the most significant influence on learning proficiency. This study lies in its potential to bridge the knowledge gap regarding the specific factors that impact English language acquisition in the vocational college setting. This research seeks to provide valuable insights and recommendations to inform pedagogical practices, curriculum development, and institutional policies in higher vocational colleges in China.

The Impact of Educational Technology on Distance Learning in The Era of Post-Covid-19

Nurdayana Mohamad Noor — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800

E-learning is a type of electronic educational technology that enables online or distance learning to become the norm even before the COVID-19 era. It is a depiction of convergent products, services, and activities that have emerged in the digital media space and are thought to be more efficient at delivering learning and content, resulting in time and cost savings, and having a smaller negative impact on the environment. Based on existing research, the problem area of this study is to understand how technological convergence provides opportunities to promote the convenience of distance learning and its effect on society, as well as the barriers to the idea remaining implemented post-COVID-19. This paper collects data through a semi-systematic literature review based on similar themes which are educational technology, distance learning, and education during and post COVID-19. The primary objectives of this article are to analyse and discuss the impact of educational technology, as well as to discuss the implications of distance learning, particularly after the world was compelled to embrace it during the COVID-19 lockdown. In summary, it appears that educational technology is growing more interactive, mobile, immersive, and ubiquitous in the second decade of this twenty-first century. The development of digital platforms and tools, the availability of digital content to adult professionals, and self-paced continuous learning appear to be the key components of the learning of the future. Although numerous challenges such as infrastructure and internet must be addressed, distance learning has a bright future, and e-learning is the most effective tool for achieving it. More research is needed to shed light on educational technology as a product of technological convergence, which is not only about unification and commonality but also about divergence in various aspects and opportunities.

Using TED Talks Videos to Improve Speaking Skills Among Secondary Students in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

TIAN YI FENG, Noraini Said — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800

This study investigates the incorporation of TED Talks videos as a pedagogical tool in secondary language instruction, with a specific emphasis on improving speaking fluency and students' attitudes toward learning. By recognizing the increasing importance of multimedia in language acquisition, the research aims to uncover the tangible benefits of integrating TED Talks videos into language lessons. Utilizing a quasi-experimental design with control and experimental groups, the study combined quantitative analysis of pre-tests and post-tests with qualitative insights gathered from a Likert questionnaire. The outcomes strongly indicated that students exposed to TED Talks videos exhibit significant advancements in their as indicated by the significant mean value of post-test scores between the experimental and control groups. Additionally, the research highlights the pivotal role of authentic materials in enhancing motivation and fostering positive learning attitudes. This research also delved into the wider implications of these findings for language instruction, underscoring the potential of multimedia resources to revolutionize conventional teaching methodologies. Beyond the classroom, the research envisions an education landscape where innovative techniques, such as the incorporation of TED Talks videos, reshape language teaching. By addressing pedagogical and motivational facets, the study advocates for contemporary resources to create engaging and effective learning experiences. The research encourages educators to explore how multimedia interacts with diverse learners and cultural contexts, ultimately promoting dynamic instructional approaches aligned with evolving educational needs.

Enhancing English Oral Skills among Malaysian Rural School Students through the Implementation of Virtual Reality (VR)

Muhammad Rapi Bin Zulkifli — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800

This research aims to determine the perception of rural secondary school students on the implementation of virtual reality (VR) as an alternative to the traditional classroom setting, more specifically in the setting of an oral skill lesson. In addition, the perception of the students includes the general perception, motivation levels, interest as well as the skill development of the students when subjected to a VR classroom and their effects on the mentioned aspects. A total of 39 respondents from Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Desa Kencana were involved in this research. This study employed a multi-method research design. Based on the results, it is found that the perception of the respondents was generally quite positive and a majority preferred a VR environment compared to a traditional setting in the context of learning speaking skills. Respondents have stated that the interactivity and new experience presented with the VR environment brings new light to their motivation and interest and they showed a keen interest in learning English compared to traditional settings. However, there are several subjects who view the implementation in a negative light, as would be portrayed in the data findings. In conclusion, both research objectives were answered, and several implications were discovered. Several suggestions are recommended in order to further this topic at the end of the research. In conclusion, this research believes that the implementation of VR would be able to increase the motivation, interest and skill development of ESL learners, specifically in speaking skills and therefore investigate whether VR classrooms appear as a better alternative to our current learning environment.

The Employment of Multimedia Elements in Classroom Teaching Among TESL Teacher-Trainees in Universitiy Malaysia Sabah

Amanda Hollygrace Peter — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800

The employment of multimedia in classroom teaching has pushed education into one step higher from the conventional approach teaching method to more participatory and exciting teaching and learning process. The purpose of this research is to explore the degree to which multimedia is used in classroom instruction among TESL teacher-trainees during the practical teaching. A total of 37 respondents comprising of fourth year TESL teacher-trainees from University Malaysia Sabah participated. This study also aims to find out whether or not the TESL teacher-trainees integrate multimedia in classroom teaching and if they do, the study aims to identify the multimedia elements they frequently use and if not, the study wants to find out the reasons for not integrating multimedia in their classroom teaching. As a result, it was observed that even among those that integrate multimedia, there are limitation to using multimedia in the classroom activity. Furthermore, the advantages stemming from the integration of multimedia have also been discovered. The result of the data analysis revealed three major findings namely the forms of multimedia incorporated in classroom teaching by TESL teacher-trainees, the benefits of the integrating multimedia in the classroom and the limitations. Based on the results, numerous discussions and suggestions are formed in order to enhance the incorporation of multimedia in classroom education

The Impact of Implementing Quizizz on Developing Vocabulary Skills in Language Learning Among Malaysian Secondary School Students in Rural Areas

Salome Stephenia Nordin — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800

Gamification of education Technology definitely plays a significant part in English Language Teaching (ELT). Nowadays, Quizizz is one of the popular game-based learning that is frequently applied in education especially in language learning lesson. This study investigates the impact of implementing Quizizz, a gamified online learning platform, on the development of vocabulary skills among Malaysian Secondary School Students in rural areas. The current study comprised 33 participants, all of them were from three secondary students with mixed ability proficiency from SMK Desa Kencana in Lahad Datu. Pre- and post-test assessments measure the development of vocabulary skills. The study aims to determine whether Quizizz have a significant positive impact to the development of the students' vocabulary skills. Additionally, students' perceptions of Quizizz as a learning tool are explored through quantitative data using questionnaire. The results of the paired t-test analysis and the difference in mean scores suggested a significant rise in students' vocabulary achievement. Furthermore, according to the questionnaire findings, pupils have a positive perception towards the implementation of Quizizz in language learning. The findings contribute insight into the potential benefits and limitations of applying Quizizz for vocabulary skill development, providing insights into the practicality of utilising technology-enhanced learning approaches in rural education situations. Overall, the findings of this study have significance for educators, policymakers, and curriculum designers looking for new ways to improve language learning outcomes in rural secondary schools.

Using Digital Multimodal Composing Technique to Enhance the Speaking Performance of Low-Proficiency Students: A Conceptual Paper

SHARIFAH YONG NADIA OMAR SALLEH, WIRAWATI NGUI — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0800

Issues and challenges surrounding the area of speaking skills are seems to be more demanding. However, the advances in technology have provided more opportunities for ESL learners to explore their academic potential as it offers multimodal spaces to boost learning. Technology is known for being capable to cater to various learning styles. One of the technological advances to enhance learning ability is through the digital multimodal composing technique. It incorporates images, sound, animation, and texts into their tasks, thus promoting creativity among learners. Therefore, this paper will propose a conceptual framework to visualise a research project and the way it puts into action. The proposed framework has been developed based on the digital multimodal composing (DMC) technique into the speaking classroom. It is believed that DMC technique could potentially enhanced speaking performance among the low proficiency students. Based on the framework, the DMC technique will serve as the treatments by incorporating the basis of multimodal approach into the speaking tasks. Tasks are designed based on the current social media trends so that students could relate their existing knowledge into learning. More interestingly, DMC speaking tasks could be completed using their own gadgets to create more opportunities for students to explore learning inside and outside classroom context. The proposed framework would benefit the English teachers in the multimodal-based instructions and provide ways to improve necessary aspects in the use of educational technology for more impactful ESL classroom teaching and learning.