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    Learning from COVID-19: how Indonesian English teachers see computer-assisted language learning?

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    The COVID-19 outbreak has transformed various parts of life, including teaching and learning methods. Teachers, especially Indonesian English teachers, were taken aback by the abrupt transition from offline to online instruction because it was unanticipated and unprepared. This paper attempted to investigate how teachers implement their pedagogical knowledge in the online environment during the pandemic and how they improve on using computer-assisted language learning (CALL) during the sudden shift from offline to online instruction. The findings revealed that teaching methods are being adapted to accommodate the features of the online platform. In order to adjust to this new situation, teachers use their creativity to adapt the stages of cooperative learning, collaborative learning, and class discussion in an online context. Participating in virtual workshops and training also helps teachers improve their digital skills concerning internet material. In the future, the results of the present study can be applied to improve the teacher education curriculum. Specifically, it is suggested to construct a course for the teacher education curriculum that places pre-service teachers in diverse and challenging conditions

    EFL grammar teaching applying the Just-in-Time Teaching methodology: An exploratory study

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    Most students and practitioners commonly see grammar teaching and learning as both tedious and unattractive experiences. In this sense, more innovative ways of presenting foreign language grammar are needed. One such novel approach is Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT), which has proven to be beneficial in a wide array of disciplines, including language learning. The present exploratory study aims to examine how JiTT contributes to success rates in English grammar learning at two proficiency levels, and to analyse how participants perceive this methodological approach. Sixty-four English as a foreign language students, divided into beginners and intermediate learners, were exposed to five JiTT grammar lessons throughout an academic semester. Participants’ answers on JiTT quizzes and satisfaction questionnaires were recorded and compared to their performance on a final exam based on the same five grammar points presented through JiTT. Statistical analyses revealed that JiTT had little impact on learners’ success rates in grammar learning, although a higher impact was observed in intermediate learners, in comparison to beginners. However, both groups of participants showed positive attitudes towards the intervention. Results are discussed in the light of how teaching English grammar through JiTT contributes to success rates. The potential of JiTT as a good methodology to be used in foreign language teaching is also addressed

    Digital Inclusion in English Language Teaching in Ukraine

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    In this paper authors research the digital inclusion in English language teaching in Ukraine. The authors concentrate on the investigation of the digital platform Sikorsky Distance that supports the digital skills development of University students. Special attention is given to forcibly displaced students, students from temporarily occupied territories, and studentsrefugees and students from non-urban environments. This research has clearly shown that the usage of digital platforms is a valuable source that helps students from temporarily occupied territories, students-refugees, and students from non-urban environments adapt to the English language learning process and are integrated into students’ communities

    Remote assessment of learning during the pandemic: junior high school teachers’ experiences

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    This paper explores the teachers’ experiences of remote assessment in the Junior High School of Rizal Technological University. The qualitative study was used to determine the assessment methods used during the remote learning in terms of written and performance task and identify the most effective among other difficulties faced by the teachers in comparison with face-to-face. Data of the paper were obtained by conducting interviews that use open-ended questions from 10 participants who teach in the School Year 2021-2022. The analysis of the study was done according to themes and categories and participants’ answers were quotes excerpted from the transcripts. The study’s conclusion emphasizes the significance of carefully planning exams to guarantee academic integrity. With emphasis on the need to focus on cognitive, emotional, and psychomotor abilities when designing learning exams, especially for online learning, as well as the use of technology tools to monitor results and prevent dishonest behavior during online assessments. Finally, a complementary technique for evaluating students while they are engaged in online learning through teaching resources or learning management systems must be available

    Digital Technologies for Teaching English as a Foreign/Second Language: a collective monograph

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    Колективна монографія розкриває різні аспекти використання цифрових технологій у навчанні англійської мови як іноземної/другої мови (цифровий сторітелінг, мобільні застосунки, інтерактивне навчання і онлайн-ігри, тощо) та надає освітянам і дослідникам ресурс для збагачення їхньої професійної діяльності. Окрема увага приділена цифровим інструментам для впровадження соціально-емоційного навчання та інклюзивної освіти на уроках англійської мови. Для вчителів англійської мови, методистів, викладачів вищих закладів освіти, науковців, здобувачів вищої освіти

    Revolutionizing Medical Education Through Digital Technologies

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    Digital technologies are electronic tools, systems, processes, devices, and resources that generate, store, or process data. Common examples are websites, video streaming, e- books, blogs, virtual patients, social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram), tools (personal computers, smart phones, tablets) and education-specific devices (data projectors, multimedia, simulators, digital cameras, digital stethoscopes, and laparoscopic simulators). As a matter of fact, it is critical for medical educationists to have a basic understanding of these dependencies to make the best use of these technologies in their teaching. A wide range of available digital technologies support today's medical teaching, including content, tools, devices, systems, and processes, all of which are mutually dependent, and in turn, all rely on infrastructure. Furthermore, it is important to choose and use appropriate digital tools and processes that best meet their needs..........................................

    My teacher identities and emotions: A self-reflexive account of the COVID-19 pandemic

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    This study investigates the identities, identity work and emotions of an international accounting teacher working in the UK. An autoethnographic method is adopted to explore the self-reflexive account of the accounting teacher in a UK university during the COVID-19 pandemic from 2020 to 2022. Personal narratives are analysed in combination with emails, notes and the relevant literature, drawing insights from theoretical concepts of identity, identity work, and emotions. The findings indicate that the teacher experienced multiple identities and emotions through interactions with students and colleagues while teaching during the pandemic. This study captures and represents the teacher identity as a dynamic process with emotions as key elements in the process. The self-account illustrates a reflexive process through which a more enabling way of engaging with students can be developed

    A Phenomenological Study Exploring the Factors That Contribute to Persistence in Online Doctoral Programs for Students With Learning Disabilities or ADHD

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    The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study was to discover the factors that contributed to persistence in online doctoral programs for students with learning disabilities (LD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The theory guiding this study was Tinto’s theory of student persistence, as it suggested the more students were academically and socially integrated into their institution, the more likely they were to persist in their studies. The Central research question of this study is, “What are the factors that contribute to persistence in online doctoral programs for students with LD and ADHD?” Participants in this study consisted of seven individuals with learning disabilities or ADHD who had completed all of their required coursework in their current online doctoral program and had started the dissertation phase of their program, and four who had graduated from their online doctoral programs within the last two years. Candidates were selected using purposive sampling. Perspectives of students with LD and ADHD as they related to their academic persistence were shared. The lived experiences of online doctoral students with LD and ADHD were studied using online discussion board prompts, individual interviews, and focus groups. The data were collected and analyzed using Moustakas’ transcendental phenomenology approach and generated six themes and commonalities among the participants in this study. The themes were Overcoming Challenges and Barriers, Adaptation and Coping Strategies, Motivation, Self-Efficacy, Support Systems, and Personal Determination and Perseverance. The data analysis revealed empirical, practical, and theoretical implications along with recommendations for future research

    The Design of a Learning Experience Platform using xAPI with Design Thinking Learning to Promote Innovation

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    This research focuses on designing a learning experience platform using xAPI and incorporating design thinking principles to foster innovation. The study focused on two main areas: a) analyzing and synthesizing the conceptual framework for a learning experience platform using xAPI with design thinking learning to promote innovation; and b) evaluating the suitability of a learning management model design for the learning experience platform using xAPI with design thinking learning to promote innovation. The evaluation was conducted by nine experts and the model consists of five parts: 1) the student module, 2) the teacher module, 3) the learning module, 4) the analytical module, and 5) the portfolio module. These modules were derived from an assessment of the suitability of the learning style, which indicated the highest level. The result regarding the suitability of the components of the LEP-DT learning model was at the highest level ( x = 4.79, S.D). The value is 0.39. According to the assessment results, the model can be applied to learning management
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