Arab World English Journal (AWEJ) Volume 13. Number3. September 2022 Pp.368- 377
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.24093/awej/vol13no3.24
Effectiveness of the Inquiry-Based Method in English Language Teaching
of Ukrainian University Students Through Technology-Enabled Learning
Oksana Stepanechko
Department of Foreign Languages for Mathematical Faculties,
Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine
Corresponding Author: ok.ko176@gmail.com
Liubov Kozub
Department of Foreign Languages for Mathematical Faculties,
Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine
Email of the corresponding author: liubatern@yahoo.com
Received:06/21/2022 Accepted:08/28/2022 Published:09/24/2022
Abstract:
The requirements of the time and significant changes in the educational system with emphasis on distant learning due to the Covid-19 pandemic force teachers to reconsider methods, approaches, techniques, and tools in foreign language teaching to ensure the effectiveness of the learning process. This study describes the implementation of the inquiry-based method in the process of English language acquisition by Ukrainian university students specializing in cybernetics and information technology. It aims to determine the effectiveness of inquiry-based learning in developing Ukrainian university students’ comprehension and communication skills in professional English through technology-enabled learning. The main research question is to investigate the benefits and challenges of inquiry-based learning for Ukrainian university students to ensure impactful results. The methodology presupposes activities that encourage the independent and collaborative acquisition of the material, increase learners’ intrinsic motivation, enhance communicative and digital skills, and provoke critical thinking and meaningful learning. The teacher becomes a facilitator and organizer directing students’ learning process, fostering their active thinking and interest. It contributes to their better comprehension and meaningful study. The research findings proved the undeniable benefit of the inquiry-based method for university students as it develops their curiosity, inspires deeper understanding and learning, and motivates them to make discoveries and achievements.
Keywords: Covid-19 pandemic, English language teaching, inquiry-based method, quantitative analysis,
technology-enabled learning, Ukrainian university students
Cite as: Stepanechko, O., & Kozub, L. (2022). Effectiveness of the Inquiry-Based Method in English Language Teaching of Ukrainian University Students Through Technology-Enabled Learning. Arab World English Journal, 13 (3) 368- 377.
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.24093/awej/vol13no3.24
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