International Journal of Distance Education and E-Learning (Jun 2019)

Analyzing the emerging Trends of E-Learning and Developing Digital Technology in Learning English as a Foreign Language in Pakistan

  • Hassan Bin Zubair,
  • Muhammad Zafar Iqbal

DOI
https://doi.org/10.36261/ijdeel.v4i2.576
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 4, no. 2
pp. 26 – 39

Abstract

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This research explores the use of modern digital technologies in learning English as a foreign language in Pakistan. This research attempts to find these various prospects and the modern trends associated with the phenomenon of learning motivation in Pakistani public and private sector universities. There are randomly selected 28 teachers and 140 students for this research. 18 teachers and 80 students are from six private universities while 10 teachers and 60 students are selected from four public sector universities in Pakistan. The collected data is analyzed by using mixed method of analysis of both qualitative and quantitative approach. Findings of this research presents the futuristic need in English learning and in education system, how to get benefits from modern technology in academia. This research suggests that technological aid cannot give accurate results if it is not selected correctly and according to the needs. It is also recommended that both public and private sector universities in Pakistan should be equipped with latest technological facilities for more effective learning process of English language. This research will provide a solid ground to the upcoming researchers, syllabus designers and higher authorities to take positive measures in this direction to meet the global standards of learning of English language.