Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Language Learning: A Case Study of Virtual University of Pakistan
<p>This case study evaluated the impact of synchronous and asynchronous E-Language Learning activities (ELL-tivities) in an E-Language Learning Environment (ELLE) at Virtual University of Pakistan. The purpose of the study was to assess e-language learning analytics based on the constructivist...
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| description | <p>This case study evaluated the impact of synchronous and asynchronous E-Language Learning activities (ELL-tivities) in an E-Language Learning Environment (ELLE) at Virtual University of Pakistan. The purpose of the study was to assess e-language learning analytics based on the constructivist approach of collaborative construction of knowledge. The courses selected for random sampling were <em>English Comprehension</em> (Eng101), <em>Business & Technical English</em> (Eng201) and <em>Business Communication</em> (Eng301). Three methods were employed to collect the data: observation of the communication and performance on given channels, students’ opinions on Graded Discussion Board (GDB), and a survey questionnaire. Out of a total population of 9919, 1025 responses were received for the survey questionnaire. The findings revealed that asynchronous e-language learning was quite beneficial for second language (L2) learners, but with some limitations which could be scaffolded by synchronous sessions. Based on the findings, the researcher suggested a blend of both synchronous and asynchronous paradigms to create an ideal environment for e-language learning in Pakistan.</p> |
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| spelling | doaj.art-afa939905fb843b69c2f05e213560f3b2023-03-01T21:21:14ZengInternational Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE)Open Praxis1369-99972304-070X2016-01-0181213910.5944/openpraxis.8.1.212310Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Language Learning: A Case Study of Virtual University of PakistanAyesha Perveen0Virtual University of Pakistan<p>This case study evaluated the impact of synchronous and asynchronous E-Language Learning activities (ELL-tivities) in an E-Language Learning Environment (ELLE) at Virtual University of Pakistan. The purpose of the study was to assess e-language learning analytics based on the constructivist approach of collaborative construction of knowledge. The courses selected for random sampling were <em>English Comprehension</em> (Eng101), <em>Business & Technical English</em> (Eng201) and <em>Business Communication</em> (Eng301). Three methods were employed to collect the data: observation of the communication and performance on given channels, students’ opinions on Graded Discussion Board (GDB), and a survey questionnaire. Out of a total population of 9919, 1025 responses were received for the survey questionnaire. The findings revealed that asynchronous e-language learning was quite beneficial for second language (L2) learners, but with some limitations which could be scaffolded by synchronous sessions. Based on the findings, the researcher suggested a blend of both synchronous and asynchronous paradigms to create an ideal environment for e-language learning in Pakistan.</p>https://openpraxis.org/articles/351e-language learning environment, e-language learning activities, constructivism, asynchronous communication, synchronous communication, second language learning |
| spellingShingle | Ayesha Perveen Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Language Learning: A Case Study of Virtual University of Pakistan Open Praxis e-language learning environment, e-language learning activities, constructivism, asynchronous communication, synchronous communication, second language learning |
| title | Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Language Learning: A Case Study of Virtual University of Pakistan |
| title_full | Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Language Learning: A Case Study of Virtual University of Pakistan |
| title_fullStr | Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Language Learning: A Case Study of Virtual University of Pakistan |
| title_full_unstemmed | Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Language Learning: A Case Study of Virtual University of Pakistan |
| title_short | Synchronous and Asynchronous E-Language Learning: A Case Study of Virtual University of Pakistan |
| title_sort | synchronous and asynchronous e language learning a case study of virtual university of pakistan |
| topic | e-language learning environment, e-language learning activities, constructivism, asynchronous communication, synchronous communication, second language learning |
| url | https://openpraxis.org/articles/351 |
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