Blending online language laboratory into Indonesian EFL listening classroom

Authors

  • Arzal Department of English Language Education, Faculty of Arts and Humanities State University of Gorontalo, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33736/ils.1658.2014

Abstract

Integrating Information Communication and Technology (ICT) into English as Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms is believed to enhance teaching and learning. This study promotes the use of online language laboratory into Indonesian EFL listening classroom. Using a mixed approach of qualitative and quantitative principles, this study examined 23 Indonesian learners of English at the State University of Gorontalo, Indonesia to see whether the use of online language laboratory can significantly increase the students’ listening skills. In this experimental study, the participants’ condition and achievement in the pre- and post test were compared. The result showed that there is a significant difference between listening score on the modified TOEIC-like test. The findings suggest that , it is beneficial for teachers of English to be aware of the effectiveness, flexibility, richness, and the other advantages of using online language laboratory in EFL especially listening classroom.

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Published

2014-12-26

How to Cite

Arzal. (2014). Blending online language laboratory into Indonesian EFL listening classroom. Issues in Language Studies, 3(2). https://doi.org/10.33736/ils.1658.2014