Practice and Principle of Blended Learning in ESL/EFL Pedagogy: Strategies, Techniques and Challenges

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https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v17i11.29901

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Blended Learning, Flipped Classroom, Self-Directed Learning, Pedagogy, Strategies

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Abstract— The present study aims to investigate the efficacy of the Blended learning or Hybrid learning. It also explores the practical challenges and suggests strategies to implement in the actual classroom. Additionally, the study throws light on the advantages and disadvantages of online pedagogy following qualitative method based on interview method of individuals using or utilized Blended learning in the classroom. The interview was conducted through sending emails and the response was recorded and received. The responses of participants were thoroughly evaluated, analyzed and discussed in detail. The article significantly helps in implementation of Blended learning in classroom pedagogy and allows offering a broad view of how the amalgamation of online teaching is possible in an effective way. It also explores pedagogical concerns of actual classroom situations using Blended learning or relying on online teaching. Learning outcomes depends on how well the approach, method, and technique is used or implemented followed by formative and summative assessments. The study highlights the use of blended learning and difference of relying on online teaching. It is important for the stake holders to realize that here is no escape but to find effective way which can ultimately deliver the expected learning outcomes.

Keywords: blended learning; flipped classroom; self-directed learning, pedagogy, strategies, introduction

Author Biographies

Dr. Sohaib Alam, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University

Dr. Sohaib Alam is currently working as an Assistant Professor of English at the Department of English, College of Science and Humanities, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia. He holds a Ph.D. in English Language Teaching (ELT) from Aligarh Muslim University, India. His areas of interest are Applied Linguistics, Pragmatics, Teaching Methods, Blended Learning, and Pedagogic Theory. He has presented papers at both national and international conferences, published research articles and papers in various indexed journals. He has been teaching English for over 2 years.

Dr. Hussein Faraj Albozeidi, Assistant Professor, English Language Department, Faculty of Education, Qaser Bin Gasheer, Tripoli University, Libya

Dr. Hussein Faraj Albozeidi is working as an Assistant Professor of English language at the English language Department, Faculty of Education, Qaser Bin Gasheer, Tripoli University in Libya. He holds a Ph.D. in English language teaching from Aligarh Muslim University, India. His area of interest are Applied Linguistics, Multiple Intelligence Theory, ICT, and English language Teaching. He has also published articles in various journals.

 

Dr. Basem Okleh Salameh Al-Hawamdeh, Department of English, College of Science and Humanities in Al Kharj, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Basem Okleh Salameh Al-Hawamdeh is presently working at Department of English, College of Science and Humanities in Al-Kharj, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia. He has been teaching English for over 6 years.

Dr. Farhan Ahmad, Dept. of English Studies, Faculty of Indian and Foreign Languages, Akal University

Farhan Ahmad, Ph.D., is an assistant professor at the Department of English Studies, Faculty of Indian and Foreign Language, Akal University, Punjab, India. His research interests include performance studies, modern European drama, cultural studies, gender studies and ESL/EFL pedagogy. 

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2022-06-07

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Alam, S., Faraj Albozeidi, H. ., Okleh Salameh Al-Hawamdeh, B., & Ahmad, F. . (2022). Practice and Principle of Blended Learning in ESL/EFL Pedagogy: Strategies, Techniques and Challenges. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET), 17(11), pp. 225–241. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v17i11.29901

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Vol. 17 No. 11 (2022)

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