The purpose of this study is to assess the awareness and implementation of active learning in EFL Classrooms in three selected secondary schools in Yem special Woreda of SNNPRS. To conduct the study, a descriptive survey design was employed. A total of 200 students and 16 teachers from high, medium and lower achievers have participated in the study through availability and purposive sampling technique. The study was conducted by both qualitative and quantitative data collection tools such as observation, questionnaires and interviews. The quantitative data were analyzed using frequency and percentage. The findings of the study prevailed that most of the respondents have perceived active learning positively. In spite of their good perceptions, their practices of active learning were found poor.
The major factors affecting the effective implementation of active learning were large class size with fixed sitting arrangement, inadequate teacher training, and tendency of focusing on teacher-centered method and time scarcity were among the most influential factors hindering its implementation, lack organized trainings over the learning method, overcrowded students and lack of frequent follow up from the concerning bodies as stated earlier. From this one can understands that there are some problems in practicing active learning.
To this end, it was recommended that creating diplomacy with other schools, countries, and different communities are the appropriate way to strengthen effective practicing of cooperative learning. Therefore, the school principal in collaboration with Ministry Of Education should co-ordinate to invite experts in the field to share his/her experience of using cooperative learning and to suggest an alternative techniques in the absence of adequate teaching aids and supplementary materials and responsible bodies should rearrange the conditions and facilitate necessary inputs for the implementation of active learning.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Abstract
- INTRODUCTION
- Materials and Methods
- Research Design
- Scope, Population and Sampling Techniques
- Data Gathering Tools
- Data Gathering Procedures
- Data Analysis Procedures
- Results and Discussions
- Responses on Role of Teacher's to Practice Cooperative Learning
- Data Interpretation of Teachers" Open-ended Questions
- Analysis of Classroom Observation
- Conclusions
- Recommendations
- References
- Awareness of active learning methods among EFL teachers
- Implementation of active learning in English classrooms
- Student readiness and participation in active learning
- Effectiveness of the five principles of active learning in EFL classrooms
- Challenges and barriers to the implementation of active learning
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study aimed to evaluate the awareness and implementation of active learning in EFL classrooms within three selected secondary schools in Yem special woreda of SNNPRS. The research sought to determine the extent of active learning practice in English lessons, gauge student readiness for this approach, and assess the effectiveness of implementing the five principles of active learning in EFL classrooms.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction of the study establishes the significance of active learning as a desired teaching strategy for English language instruction. It highlights the role of active learning in promoting student engagement, enhancing language proficiency, and adapting to a dynamic educational landscape. The chapter reviews relevant research on the implementation of active learning in educational settings, outlining the benefits and challenges of this approach. The study also delves into the importance of active learning in fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.
The "Materials and Methods" section outlines the research design, sampling techniques, data collection tools, and data analysis procedures employed in the study. This section provides a comprehensive overview of the research methodology used to gather and analyze data related to teacher awareness and implementation of active learning in the selected secondary schools.
The "Results and Discussions" section presents the findings of the study, analyzing the responses of both teachers and students regarding their perceptions and practices of active learning in English classrooms. The study explores the various factors influencing the implementation of active learning, highlighting both positive perceptions and the challenges faced by teachers in effectively implementing active learning strategies.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main keywords and focus topics of this study are: active learning, EFL classrooms, awareness, implementation, teacher perceptions, student engagement, classroom observation, data analysis, challenges, and recommendations.
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- Zekarias Woldemeskel (Autor:in), 2019, Active Learning in English Classes. The Case of Three Selected Secondary Schools in Yem (Ethiopia), München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/510585
