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Publication Date: 2024
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Empowering Chinese Undergraduates' Business English Writing: Unveiling the Efficacy of DingTalk-Aided Problem-Based Language Learning during COVID-19 Period
Lixuan Sun; Adelina Asmawi; Hui Dong; Xiaotian Zhang
Education and Information Technologies, v29 n1 p239-271 2024
Amidst the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, this study investigates the impact of Problem-based Language Learning (PBLL) using DingTalk on enhancing Business English Writing skills among Chinese undergraduates. Employing a mixed-method approach, the research involved two phases. In the quantitative phase, a twelve-week quasi-experimental study was conducted. The control group received traditional Business English Writing instruction, while the experimental group utilized the PBLL + DingTalk method. Analysis of pre-test and post-test scores using SPSS 27.0 revealed a significant improvement in the experimental group's writing abilities, with their post-test scores averaging 5.3275 points higher than the control group. In the qualitative phase, semi-structured interviews were conducted with students from the experimental group. Participants expressed high engagement, motivation, and satisfaction with the PBLL + DingTalk approach, highlighting its effectiveness in interactive problem-solving and technology integration. This study demonstrates the effectiveness of PBLL + DingTalk in improving Business English Writing skills among Chinese undergraduates, even during challenging circumstances like the Covid-19 pandemic. The combination of quantitative results and qualitative insights underscores its practical impact and relevance for language educators, emphasizing the importance of innovative teaching methods in adapting to evolving educational landscapes.
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Business English, English for Special Purposes, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Foreign Countries, Problem Based Learning, Teaching Methods, Learner Engagement, Instructional Effectiveness, Technology Integration, Computer Software, Writing Instruction, Comparative Analysis, Student Attitudes, Learning Motivation, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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