Impacts of Online Studies Including Various Concept and Doubt for English Education in China

J Psycholinguist Res. 2024 Apr 28;53(3):41. doi: 10.1007/s10936-024-10081-w.

Abstract

The outbreak of Covid-19 has led to the need for institutions to provide online learning to their students. In this context, it is important to understand the views of both students and teachers regarding online classes. This study aims to explore the opinions of English teachers and students in vocational colleges in China about online English learning. A convenience sampling technique was used in the study. Data was collected using a questionnaire survey from the respondents. Data were analyzed using SPSS statistical software. Focused on the perceptions of English teachers and students in vocational colleges about online English learning. The results of the study revealed negative perceptions of both students and teachers about vocational English education in an online learning environment. This study highlights the importance of addressing both teachers' and students' negative feelings about online learning. The findings of this study are useful for educators and academic departments in improving the online learning experience for vocational students. It also emphasizes the need for effective implementation of ICT modules to improve the quality of online education. The study suggested that ICT modules should be implemented in various media platforms and applications to improve the quality of online learning by academic departments. Overall, this study emphasizes the importance of understanding stakeholder perceptions in online learning environments and provides insights for improving the quality of online education.

Keywords: Communication skills; English education; Online learning; Vocational college.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • COVID-19*
  • China
  • Education, Distance* / methods
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Students* / psychology
  • Surveys and Questionnaires
  • Vocational Education
  • Young Adult