Role of Advanced Technology-Assisted English Teaching in Pakistani Classrooms

Dr. Saba Sadia; Faria Shaheen; Dr. Mudasar Jahan

Dr. Saba Sadia Assistant Professor, Department of English, GSCWU, Bahawalpur
Faria Shaheen Associate Lecturer, Center for Languages and Translation Studies. Hafiz Hayat Campus, University of Gujrat
Dr. Mudasar Jahan Associate Lecturer, Department of English, Hafiz Hayat Campus, University of Gujrat, Gujrat, Pakistan

Abstract

The methods and trends to teach students the English language is changing widely over time. Technology-based programs and computer-assisted software are taking place rapidly. These programs help both teachers and learners. The use of ‘Blogs’ or ‘Weblog’ and ‘Vlog’ for language teaching facilitates language learning. The present paper aims to analyze the rationale for using Vlogs and Blogs for ELT practitioners. It further investigates the merits and demerits of its usage because technology has become an integral part of teaching. For this purpose, an open-ended questionnaire was disseminated to 20 ESL teachers. A qualitative study found that vlogs improve students’ listening, pronunciation, and conversation skills, while blogs allow users to read and write materials. Instructors use it to read up-to-date material and motivate their students to learn easily and effectively. Findings prove that most participants use technology in different teaching activities and situations. These are more positive and a few negative impacts on teaching and learning the English language. The study is significant because modern classrooms have different requirements than traditional classrooms, and students prefer technology on notes and tough reading materials.

Keywords: ELT, Vlog, Blog, teaching, open-ended questionnaire