Teachers' perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of using multimedia in english language teaching

This study explores how multimedia tool integration in English language teaching (ELT) is becoming more common, presenting educators with opportunities and challenges. The viewpoints of ELT teachers on the use of multimedia in their teaching practices are explored in this qualitative study. This study attempts to provide nuanced insights into the experiences and attitudes of instructors from a variety of educational contexts through in-depth interviews with a purposeful sample of these educators. Strong technical support systems, specialized professional development programs catered to the needs of educators, and the establishment of cooperative forums for exchanging best practices are among the recommendations. Through the implementation of multimedia resources, instructors can enhance the efficacy of their instruction and provide English language learners with a more enriching learning experience. Teachers identified challenges such as technological barriers and the need for professional development, yet acknowledged opportunities in enhancing learning experiences through visual and interactive materials.

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i-manager’s Journal on English Language Teaching
Published
2025-01-01
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https://doi.org/10.26634/jelt.15.1.21240
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Second Language Learning and Teaching
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Teachers' perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of using multimedia in english language teaching

G. Mutharasu
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Teachers' perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of using multimedia in english language teaching

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Abstract

This study explores how multimedia tool integration in English language teaching (ELT) is becoming more common, presenting educators with opportunities and challenges. The viewpoints of ELT teachers on the use of multimedia in their teaching practices are explored in this qualitative study. This study attempts to provide nuanced insights into the experiences and attitudes of instructors from a variety of educational contexts through in-depth interviews with a purposeful sample of these educators. Strong technical support systems, specialized professional development programs catered to the needs of educators, and the establishment of cooperative forums for exchanging best practices are among the recommendations. Through the implementation of multimedia resources, instructors can enhance the efficacy of their instruction and provide English language learners with a more enriching learning experience. Teachers identified challenges such as technological barriers and the need for professional development, yet acknowledged opportunities in enhancing learning experiences through visual and interactive materials.

i-manager’s Journal on English Language TeachingVol. 15(1)
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Second Language Learning and Teaching
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