UPSI Digital Repository (UDRep)
|
UPSI Digital Repository (UDRep)
|
|
|
| ||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract : Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris |
| The education landscape has undergone several changes in response to the COVID-19
pandemic. The transitions were described by past researcher as difficult, inconvenient,
ineffective, time-consuming and energy consuming. With the urge to continue providing
sustainable teaching and learning experience for the students, lecturers at Malaysia
polytechnics had to explore various online tools to be used in their classrooms. After two
years of continuous experience in online teaching, there is a possibility for the delivery of
teaching and learning in the post-pandemic classroom to transform accordingly. Hence,
this study was conducted to: (i) examine the online tools used by the lecturers in the
teaching and learning of Communicative English courses at Malaysia polytechnics; (ii)
investigate the factors affecting the lecturers’ continuance intention in using online tools
in the post-pandemic Communicative English classroom at Malaysia polytechnics and (iii)
investigate the lecturers’ use of online tools in the post-pandemic Communicative English
classroom at Malaysia polytechnics. This study employed explanatory sequential mixed
methods design using an online questionnaire, semi-structured interview and nonparticipatory
observation. The sample of this study was chosen based on convenience,
consisting of 86 ESL lecturers teaching at six polytechnics. Data was collected in two
phases, beginning with quantitative data collection, followed by qualitative data collection.
Quantitative data was analysed using IBM SPSS Statistics version 27 and reported using
descriptive statistics while thematic analysis was done for qualitative data. Qualitative data
was used for triangulation with the findings from the questionnaire. The findings suggest
that the lecturers used various online tools frequently in their Communicative English
classroom. They also reported positive intention to continue using online tools in when the
classroom resumes with attitude being the most probable factor affecting their intention.
The findings also show that lecturers continued using online tools in the post-pandemic
classroom despite some challenges. |
| References |
Ahmad Ridho Rojabi. (2020). Exploring EFL students’ perception of online learning via Microsoft Teams: University level in Indonesia. English Language Teaching Education Journal, 3(2), 163-173. https://doi.org/10.12928/eltej. v3i2.2349 Amin, F. M. & Sundari, H. (2020). EFL students’ preferences on digital platforms during emergency remote teaching: Video conference, LMS, or messenger application? Studies in English Language and Education, 7(2), 362-378. Arif Nugroho, Mariam Haghegh & Yunika Triana. (2021). Emergency remote teaching amidst global pandemic: Voices of Indonesian ESL teachers. Voices of English Language Education Society, 5(1), 66-80. http://dx.doi.org/10. 29408/veles.v5i1. 3258 Baker, R., Do, D. M. & Mailand, S. (2015). The use of technology to enhance English language (ESL) teaching. Worcester Polytechnic Institute. https://digital.wpi.edu/downloads/dn39x209t Bamidele, A. E. (2021). Student-centered interactions within an ESL classroom using online breakout room. AUBH E-learning Conference Innovative Learning and Teaching: Lessons from COVID-19. Bhattacherjee, A. (2001). Understanding information systems continuance: An expectation-confirmation model. MIS Quarterly, 25(3), 351-370. https://doi. org/10.2307/3250921 Bokiev, D. & Liliati, Ismail. (2021). Malaysian ESL teachers’ beliefs and practices regarding the use of music and songs in second language teaching. The Qualitative Report, 26(5), 1497-1521. Creswell, J. C. & Creswell, J. D. (2018). Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches (5th Ed.). Los Angeles: SAGE. Creswell, J. W. (2012). Educational research: Planning, conducting and evaluating quantitative and qualitative research (4th ed.). Boston: Pearson Education, Inc. California: SAGE Publications, Inc. Davis, F. D. (1989). Perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and user acceptance of Information Technology. MIS Quarterly, 13(3), 319-340. Decuir-Gunby, J. T. & Schutz, P. (2017). Developing a mixed methods proposal: a practical guide for beginning researchers. Department of Polytechnic and Community College Education. (March 01, 2022). [Letter from DPCCE to Directors of Malaysia polytechnics and community colleges, JPPKK.BGK.600-1/1/7 Jld.9 (47)]. Department of Polytechnic & Community College Education (DPCCE). (2019a). DUE10012 Communicative English 1 Version 23042019_1_Effective: June2019. Ministry of Education Malaysia. Department of Polytechnic & Community College Education (DPCCE). (2019b). DUE30022 Communicative English 2 Version 23042019_1_Effective: June2019. Ministry of Education Malaysia. Department of Polytechnic & Community College Education (DPCCE). (2019c). DUE50032 Communicative English 3 Version 230419_2_Effective: December2019. Ministry of Education Malaysia. Dolenc, K., Šorgo, A., & Ploj-Virtic, M. (2022). Perspectives on lessons from the COVID-19 outbreak for postpandemic higher education: Continuance intention model of forced online distance teaching. European Journal of Educational Research, 11(1), 163-177. https://doi.org/10.12973/eu-jer.11.1.163 Fabian, R. S., Gan, P. X. & Melor Md Yunus. (2021). All set? ESL online teaching among polytechnic lecturers during the Covid-19 pandemic. International Journal of Advanced Research in Education and Society, 3(3), 1-15. Ferreira, C. M. & Serpa, S. (2018). Informed consent in social sciences research: ethical challenges. International Journal of Social Science Studies, 6(5), 13-23. https://doi.org/10.11114/ijsss.v6i5.3106 Fraser, J., Fahlman, D. W., Arscott, J., & Guillot, I. (2018). Pilot testing for feasibility in a study of student retention and attrition in online undergraduate programs. International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 19(1), 260-278. Healey, D. (2018). Technology enhanced learning environments. The TESOL Encyclopedia of English Language Teaching, 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1002/ 9781118784235.eelt0437 Isai Amuthan Krishnan, Hee, S. C., Selva Jothni Ramalingam, Elanttamil Maruthai, Pushpa Kandasamy, De Mello, G., Saravanan Munian & Wong, W. L. (2020). Challenges of learning English in 21st century: Online vs traditional during COVID-19. Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 5(9), 1-15. https://doi.org/10.47405/mjssh.v5i9.494 Jacinto, M. & Alieto, E. (2020). Virtual teaching attitude and technological competence among English as Second Language (ESL) teachers: Implications for the management of learning. Asian EFL. Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia. 2019. Garis Panduan Pemantauan Pembelajaran dan Pengajaran Politeknik dan Kolej Komuniti Edisi 2019. Putrajaya: BIPD JPPKK. Retrieved from https://www.mypolycc.edu.my/index.php/muat-turun/garis-panduan-c/bahagian-instruksional-dan-pembelajarandigital/send/ 13-bipd/192-garis-panduan-pemantauan-pdp-politeknik-dan-kolej-komuniti-edisi-2019 Knott, E., Rao, A. H., Summers, K. & Teeger, C. (2022). Interview in the social sciences. Nature Reviews Methods Primers, 2(73). https://doi.org/10.1038/ s43586-022-00150-6 Lam, K. W., Najibah Jusoh & Noorulziwaty Kamaruzaman. (2021). Online learning experience during Covid-19 pandemic: An online survey among Malaysian polytechnic students. In Nurul Fadly Habidin, S. Y. Y. Ong, Ummu Aiman Muhamad & Tuan Waheda Tuan Chik (Eds.). Research and Innovation: Education, Technology and Performance Management (pp. 173-179). Tanjung Malim: Kaizenrenovation Sdn. Bhd. Mafarhanatul Akmal Ahmad Kamal, Bazrina Ramly, Noor Shariena Zaraini & Ilham Alia Mat Isa. (2021). Understanding the continuance intention to learn using Google Classroom in online class: Decomposed Technology Acceptance Model Based. International Journal of Modern Languages and Applied Linguistics, 6(1), 14-29. Mahanim Hasnan & Mohaida Mohin. (2021). Implementation of LMS-CIDOS in polytechnic English language classroom: Issues and Challenges. Asian Journal of University Education, 17(4), 527-537. https://doi.org/10.24191/ ajue.v17i4.16253 Ministry of Education Malaysia (2015). Executive Summary: Malaysia Education Blueprint 2015-2025 (Higher Education). Putrajaya: Ministry of Higher Education. Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia (MoHE). (2018). Framing Malaysian higher education 4.0: Future proof talents. Putrajaya: Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia. Mohd Shakir Azfar Abdul Halim, Harwati Hashim & Melor Md. Yunus. (2020). Pupils’ motivation and perceptions on ESL lessons through online quiz-games. Journal of Education and e-Learning Research, 7(3), 229-234. Mucudanyi, G. & Woodley, X. (2021). Exploring free digital tools in education. International Journal of Education and Development using Information and Communication Technology, 17(2), 96-103. Muhammad Syafiq Zulkifli, Nur Nadiah Badrul Hisham & Norizan Abdul Razak. (2022). ESL lecturers’ adaptation to the new-norm of online teaching in Malaysia. TESOL and Technology Studies, 3(1), 15-23. https://doi.org/10. 48185/tts.v3i1.334 Murphy, E. Rodriguez-Manzanares, M. A. & Barbour, M. (2011). Asynchronous and synchronous online teaching: Perspectives of Canadian high school distance education teachers. British Journal of Educational Technology, 42(4), 583-591. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-8535.2010.01112.x Nikou, S. A. (2021). Web-based videoconferencing for teaching online: Continuance intention to use in post-COVID-19 period. Interaction Design and Architecture(s) Journal, 47(2020-2021), 123-143. Noraini Azman & Doria Abdullah. (2021). A critical analysis of Malaysian Higher Education Institutions’ response towards COVID-19: Sustaining academic program delivery. Journal of Sustainability Science and Management, 16(1), 70-96. http://doi.org/10.46754/jssm.2021.01.008 Norfarahi Zulkifli, Mohd Isa Hamzah & Nur Hazeleen Bashah. 2020. Challenges to teaching and learning using MOOC. Creative Education, 11(3), 197-205. https://doi.org/10.4236/ce.2020.113014 Norzaini Azman & Doria Abdullah. (2021). A critical analysis of Malaysian Higher Education Institutions’ response towards COVID-19: Sustaining academic program delivery. Journal of Sustainability Science and Management, 16(1), 70-96. http://doi.org/10.46754/jssm.2021.01.008 Nunan, D. & Bailey, K. M. (2009). Exploring second language classroom research: A comprehensive guide. Boston, MA: Heinle Cengage Learning. Nurfarahin Adawiyah Mohd Jalani & Harwati Hashim (2021). Quizizz: ESL students’ perceptions in rural school. International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, 10(3), 23-27. http://dx.doi.org/10.29322/IJSRP.10.03.2020. p9904 Ramamurthy, L., Shafien, S., Syamimie, N., Azlan, M. A. K. & Radzuwan Ab Rashid. (2022). Students’ feedback on using Telegram in speaking practice during self learning time. International Online Journal of Language, Communication, and Humanities, 5(1), 1-15. Rapanta, C., Botturi, L., Goodyear, P., Guardia, L. & Koole, M. Balancing technology, pedagogy and the new normal: Post-pandemic challenges for higher education. Postdigital Science and Education (2021), 3, 715-742. Siti Roshaidai, Mohd Arifin. (2018). Ethical considerations in qualitative study. International Journal of Care Scholars, 1(2), 30-33. http://dx.doi.org/10.31436/ ijcs.v1i2.82 Siti Zuraidah Md Osman, Mona Masood & Nur Azlina Mohamed Mokmin. (2019). Flipped Classroom: do Malaysian polytechnic lecturers ready for adoption. In Proceedings of the 2019 7th International Conference on Information and Education Technology (pp. 214- 218). https://doi.org/10.1145/3323771.3323790 Sobaih, A. E. E., Salem, A. E., Hasanein, A. M. & Elnasr, A. E. A. (2021). Responses to COVID-19 in higher education: Students’ learning experience using Microsoft Teams versus social network sites. Sustainability 2021, 13(18), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.3390/su131810036 Subramaniam Kolandan. (2019). Industry Revolution 4.0 and education system in Malaysia: Are we ready for the challenges? In A. Raman & M. Rathakrishnan (Eds.), Redesigning Higher Education Initiatives for Industry 4.0. (pp. 252-264). https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-7832-1.ch015 Tan, T. G., Fairuladiah, Hamadun & Suria Baba. (2021). Introduction. In T. G. Tan, Fairuladiah, Hamadun & Suria Baba (Eds.). 1st Online Teaching Enhancement and Learning Innovation Carnival (eTeLIC) Book Series: Synchronous @ Real-Time Online Interaction. Kelantan: UMK Press. Thivviyah Sanmugam, Sarimah Shamsudin & Gunadevi Jeevi Subramaniam. (2017). Polytechnic English language lecturers’ attitudes towards the teaching of Communicative English. Sains Humanika, 9(4-2), 33-38. http://dx.doi.org/10.11113/sh.v9n4-2.1357 Ting, Y. Y. & Azlina Abdul Aziz (2021). TESL teachers’ online teaching during COVID-19: Preferences of online tools and factors affecting behavioural intention. Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 6(4), 161-177. https://doi.org/10.47405/mjssh.v6i4.739 Torrentira, M. C. J. (2020). Online data collection as adaptation in conducting quantitative and qualitative research during the COVID-19 pandemic. European Journal of Education Studies, 7(11), 78-87. http://dx.doi.org/10.46827/ejes.v7i11.3336 Wan Ab Aziz Wan Daud, Mohamad Najmi Masri, Ahmad Zaki Amiruddin & Alia Nadhirah Mohd Kamal (2021). Introduction. In Wan Ab Aziz Wan Daud, Mohamad Najmi Masri, Ahmad Zaki Amiruddin & Alia Nadhirah Mohd Kamal (Eds.). 1st Online Teaching Enhancement and Learning Innovation Carnival (eTeLIC) Book Series: Embracing New Norms with Asynchronous Online Learning. Kelantan: UMK Press. Yen, T. V. M. Y. & Nhi, N. T. U. (2021). The practice of online English teaching and learning with Microsoft Teams: From students’ view. AsiaCALL Online Journal, 12(2), 51-57. Yew, K. K. W. & Tan, K. H. (2020). ESL teachers’ intention in adopting online educational technologies during COVID-19 pandemic. Journal of Education and e-Learning Research, 7(4), 387-394. https://doi.org/10.20448/journal.509. 2020.74.387.394 Yong, H. Y., Maslawati Mohamad & M. Khalid M. Nasir. Students’ acceptance of using CIDOS 3.5 for learning Communicative English during COVID-19 pandemic. Journal of Language Teaching and Research, 13(5), 954-964. https://doi.org/10.17507/jltr.1305.07 Zulaikha Zulkflee & Rashidah Radzi Rasalingam. (2021). Making English teaching and learning work with Microsoft Teams. In Tan, T. G., Fairuladilan Hamadun & Suria Baba (Eds.). 1st Online Teaching Enhancement and Learning Innovation Carnival (eTeLIC) Book Series: Synchronous @ Real-Time Online Interaction. Kelantan: UMK Press.
|
| This material may be protected under Copyright Act which governs the making of photocopies or reproductions of copyrighted materials. You may use the digitized material for private study, scholarship, or research. |