Blended Learning in EFL Programs in Yemen: Learners’ Perceptions

المجلة: Journal of English Studies in Arabia Felix (JESAF) (ISSN: 2957-515X)

سنة النشر: 2024

تاريخ النشر: 2024-03-16

Abstract Blended learning (BL) has gained popularity in English instruction due to its ability to improve students’ learning outcomes and motivation. This study investigated Yemeni EFL students’ perceptions of learning English and the impact of using BL on their attitudes toward English learning. The sample comprised 51 Yemeni EFL students who received instructions at Resalty Academy, and data was collected from them using a questionnaire. Findings highlighted the effectiveness of BL in improving English language learning. The outcome of the study support EFL teachers in Yemen in developing tailored programs to meet the specific needs of their students. Based on the findings, it is safe to argue that implementing BL strategy in English language instruction enhances EFL students' perceptions of BL usefulness and ease of use, potentially leading to increased engagement and motivation in learning. Teachers and institutions are encouraged to prioritize integrating the BL approach into English language curricula to improve the overall learning experience for EFL students.

Terrorist Representation in Political Discourse: A Hallidyan Approach

المجلة: International Journal of Contemporary Research in Multidisciplinary

سنة النشر: 2024

تاريخ النشر: 2024-06-05

The topic of Terrorism has gained interest among researchers since the terrorist attacks of 9/11. The media, politicians, and scholars spoke volumes about terrorism, wherein a significant amount of debate is directed toward Muslims and Islam. This study investigates the common transitivity processes employed by Trump to depict terrorists and terrorism in his popular announcement of the killing of Baghdadi. By employing Halliday’s six process types of verbs, this analysis also reveals how the terrorists are represented in the announcements. The study finds that terrorists are represented as powerless, though they have been attributed negative traits. They can no longer do harm; when confronted, they whimper, cry, and scream