THE GUIDELINES FOR CONTINUING VIRTUAL LEARNING AMONG MALAY LANGUAGE TEACHERS IN MALAYSIA

This study aims to formulate a framework for continuing virtual learning among Malay language teachers in Malaysia based on expert suggestions and consensus. The research uses a Nominal Group Technique (NGT) approach involving seven experts in education with a minimum of 10 years of experience. The two-hour NGT session has produced eight key elements of virtual learning guidelines evaluated using NGT-Plus software. The analysis results show that continuous learning support recorded the highest consensus with 100% perfect (21/21), followed by four elements - systematic digital learning planning, interactive multimedia integration, personalization of learning, and monitoring and improvement - each achieving consensus 95.24% (20/21). Digital continuous assessment and the latest technological integration recorded 90.48% (19/21), while the application of virtual collaborative learning accounted for 85.71% (18/21). All elements achieve "suitable" status with scores exceeding the 70% threshold value proposed in previous studies. This finding provides a strong foundation for the development and implementation of comprehensive digital learning strategies in the context of Malay language teaching in Malaysia. This study suggests that all eight identified elements are appropriate and important to implement, with the main focus given to effective integration between all elements and continuous monitoring to ensure the effectiveness of implementation.