Exploring ESP Students’ Perceptions Of The Use Of E-learning To Enhance Their Autonomy The Case Of First Year ST Students at M’sila University
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2023-06
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université mohamed boudiaf .m'sila
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The present study investigates how internet-based instruction influences learner autonomy, defined as learners' ability to take control of their learning process and make their own decisions about their learning strategies in the context of English for Specific Purposes (ESP). It is a case study designed to investigate the extent to which internet promotes learner autonomy by examining learners' perceptions and experiences related to autonomous learning. We hypothesize that using internet in ESP classes help in boosting learners’ autonomy. To validate this hypothesis a questionnaire was designed to first year science and technology students at M’sila university to collect information about their opinions and attitudes towards fostering autonomy in learning through the use of internet. The results obtained which validate the hypothesis are tabulated and analyzed in the last chapter. It was revealed that students of ST are aware of autonomous learning and that they heavily rely on the internet as their primary resource in their learning process. Results also revealed that teachers have a significant role in fostering learners’ autonomy through internet by supporting them to use ICT tools and also by contacting them whenever they need feedback. On the basis of these results, it is recommended that educational institutions specifically in the field of ST consider integrating internet-based instruction and ICT tools into ESP classes to promote learners’ autonomy. Besides, it is recommended that teachers receive support in utilizing ICT tools and providing timely feedback to students. This would help create an environment that empowers students to take control of their learning process, make informed decisions, and develop their own learning process.
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Keywords: ESP, ICTs, learner autonomy, ST students, perceptions