Abstract:
This study investigates effects of technology on learning skills in EFL learning
environment (preparatory class), these effects require new instructional practices
and approaches towards learning skills for better learning English as lingua franca
with the aid of technology. In this regard, Computer-based technology provides an
environment to benefit from learning skills amply and to enhance learning of English
in EFL environment. Learning skills involve critical, creative, communication, and
collaborating skills. In general, we employ communication skills in language learning
process, in particular the other learning skills. In this study, communication skills
were treated more than the others for better English language learning, for there is
a correlation between communication skills and technology and it is apparent that
technology enhances language learning. The study employs a qualitative approach
for collecting data through a class observation. It aimed to find out positive effects
of technology on learning skills for creating effective learning environment and its
fruitful results related to English language teaching. Some of academic research
indicates that communication skills improve language learning process with the
aid of technology, that`s why, classrooms should be equipped with multi-media,
internet, computer, and projector for smooth teaching and better command of
language learning. The recent instructional practices such as method, techniques,
approaches, design, and procedures were taken into consideration again due to
effects of technology. Language learning was analyzed on the basis of technological
effects on learning skills for obtaining the better command of English language.
This study provides some substantial evidences that partial distance learning
has positive effects on effective learning of English language, for students feel
free to learn more. This study also highlights some of the effects of technology
on learning skills, especially, the communication skills are treated differently. It
is advised to have computer-based and internet-based learning environments
for positive outcome of teaching language. Therefore, it may be suggested that
for the good and betterment of teachers and students, educational institutions
should start to impart partial distance learning of English language classes for
better command of language and might be conducive to long term academic
achievement.
