Improvement of English Writing Skills through Blended Learning among University Students in Malaysia

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spelling 13209 https://intelek.unisza.edu.my/intelek/pages/view.php?ref=13209 https://intelek.unisza.edu.my/intelek/pages/search.php?search=!collection407072 Restricted Document Article Journal application/pdf 8 1.6 Adobe Acrobat Pro DC 20 Paper Capture Plug-in 1 2020-12-22 16:21:37 7518-01-FH02-FBK-20-49212.pdf UniSZA Private Access Improvement of English Writing Skills through Blended Learning among University Students in Malaysia Universal Journal of Educational Research The teaching and learning of writing involve developing the linguistic and communicative competence of students. Blended learning is described as a strategic and systematic approach that integrates the best aspects of face-to-face and online interactions using appropriate communication technology. This approach engages students in a tremendous learning experience through verbal and written communication. Therefore, this study aims to explore the benefits of blended learning in learning writing among university students using focus group interviews. The respondents consist of a purposively selected sample of six second-year students from Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA), Malaysia. The interview data were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. The findings show that the blended learning approach helps students to develop written communication skills, self-esteem, and interest in learning writing. The students viewed that this approach has provided them with the opportunity to learn in a flexible and conducive learning environment that has positive impacts on their writing. It is envisaged that this study would be beneficial to language instructors and education authorities by providing information that could be useful in the process of curriculum development, particularly for higher learning institutions. 8 12A 7694-7701
spellingShingle Improvement of English Writing Skills through Blended Learning among University Students in Malaysia
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summary The teaching and learning of writing involve developing the linguistic and communicative competence of students. Blended learning is described as a strategic and systematic approach that integrates the best aspects of face-to-face and online interactions using appropriate communication technology. This approach engages students in a tremendous learning experience through verbal and written communication. Therefore, this study aims to explore the benefits of blended learning in learning writing among university students using focus group interviews. The respondents consist of a purposively selected sample of six second-year students from Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA), Malaysia. The interview data were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. The findings show that the blended learning approach helps students to develop written communication skills, self-esteem, and interest in learning writing. The students viewed that this approach has provided them with the opportunity to learn in a flexible and conducive learning environment that has positive impacts on their writing. It is envisaged that this study would be beneficial to language instructors and education authorities by providing information that could be useful in the process of curriculum development, particularly for higher learning institutions.
title Improvement of English Writing Skills through Blended Learning among University Students in Malaysia
title_full Improvement of English Writing Skills through Blended Learning among University Students in Malaysia
title_fullStr Improvement of English Writing Skills through Blended Learning among University Students in Malaysia
title_full_unstemmed Improvement of English Writing Skills through Blended Learning among University Students in Malaysia
title_short Improvement of English Writing Skills through Blended Learning among University Students in Malaysia
title_sort improvement of english writing skills through blended learning among university students in malaysia