کنفرانس ملی رویکردهای نوین در آموزش و پژوهش

صفحه اصلی / نهمین کنفرانس ملی رویکردهای نوین در آموزش و پژوهش

The Impact of Virtual Classrooms on Student Engagement in Iranian EFL Education: A Mixed-Methods Study

نویسندگان :

Zahraossadat Mirsanjari¹

1- دانشگاه سمنان

کلمات کلیدی :

EFL Education،Educational Technology،Pedagogical Strategies،Student Engagement،Mixed-Methods Research،Virtual Classrooms،Technology Integration

چکیده :

This research investigates the multifaceted effects of virtual classrooms on the engagement of Iranian English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students, highlighting significant shifts in pedagogical strategies influenced by global educational disruptions such as the COVID-19 pandemic. The study adopts a mixed-methods approach to explore behavioral, emotional, and cognitive engagement in these digital learning environments. Quantitative data were gathered through surveys measuring engagement dimensions and analyzed using ANOVA to identify variance across different virtual classroom types. Qualitative insights were obtained from interviews and thematic analysis, enriching the understanding of student and teacher experiences. Results indicate that virtual classrooms significantly enhance engagement, particularly when interactive elements are incorporated. This study extends beyond traditional engagement metrics by examining the interplay between technological features and pedagogical methods. The findings suggest that strategic integration of technology in EFL settings can profoundly influence student engagement outcomes. This research contributes to educational practices by offering insights that could influence future digital strategies and pedagogical approaches, potentially guiding educational policy in similar contexts globally.