LEARNER ACUMENS OF ONLINE EFL CLASSES AT THE PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES IN BANGLADESH

Authors

  • Nazia Forhin Shifat Notre Dame University Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • Mohammad Ehsanul Islam Khan Manarat International University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • Md. Shah Alam Chowdhury Dhaka International University, Dhaka, Bangladesh

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46827/ejoe.v6i2.3838

Keywords:

online classes, online assessment, learners' perception, private universities, feedback, troubles

Abstract

This study intended to evaluate the English as Foreign Language (EFL) learner responses to online classes during the covid-19 pandemic. It focused on the learner's insights rather than the teachers' views because the purpose is how the large population deals with technology during this pandemic. Though teachers are the real fighters, they are in a vacuum without the students' engagement. Therefore, this study showed EFL learners' readiness of using technology in attending online classes and what barriers they face during assessment and classes. It examined whether students can participate in group discussions, pair work, online assessment, respond to class, build their rapport, and get proper feedback or not. Data were collected randomly using a google form questionnaire having five elementary questions, fifteen Likert-type questions from 92 students of five private universities in Bangladesh. Besides, five questions were finally added to have an overview of multiple response analyses. Some imperative variables of flexibility, reliability, availability, and integrity regarding online classes were brought into light with descriptive analysis. Finally, the data were analysed in a qualitative approach. It shows that learners attending online courses and assessments are diverse regarding the availability of required facilities, and the students are having difficulties participating in online examinations. The result further implicates ensuring an intelligent learning environment in the 'new normal period' with more efficacy.

Author Biographies

  • Nazia Forhin Shifat, Notre Dame University Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh
    Nazia Forhin Shifat is a lecturer in English of Notre Dame University Bangladesh. Her research interests include the incorporation of technologies into language classrooms and EFL teaching tactics.
  • Mohammad Ehsanul Islam Khan, Manarat International University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
    Mohammad Ehsanul Islam Khan is an assistant professor of English at Manarat International University, Dhaka, Bangladesh. His research interests include post method pedagogy, applied linguistics & ELT, flexible learning, e-learning, TESOL, and teacher behaviors.
  • Md. Shah Alam Chowdhury, Dhaka International University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
    Md. Shah Alam Chowdhury is an associate professor of English at Dhaka International University in Bangladesh. He is also the founder and CEO of the Bangladesh Center for Research and Planning.

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2021-07-11

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Vol. 6 No. 2 (2021)

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