The use of technlogy in ELT and ELL: A comprehensive study

Abstract

Technology has changed this world significantly over the last 200 years and it has had an indelible impact on this modern world. Moreover, technology plays a vital role in all walks of life. Technology is defined broadly as the collection of techniques, methods, skills and processes used in the production of goods and services or accomplishment of objectives such as scientific investigation. Technology is always a significant part of teaching and learning environment. It is an essential part of teaching profession through which teachers facilitate learners’; learning. In fact, technology provides new possibilities for language teaching as well as learning. As ELT has increased in popularity, teachers use technology in English language classrooms to teach English effectively. Though some teachers use traditional methods in ELT, there are some other teachers who use “cutting-edge” technology. The use of technology in ELT is really advantageous because it yields the desired results in terms of teaching and learning. The purpose of this study is to explore the impact of technology on this modern world in general and English Language Teaching (ELT) in particular. This paper also throws a light on the integration of technology into English classrooms and how it influences teachers and students in teaching learning process. Moreover, this paper discusses the possibilities of quick and comfortable learning through technology. Further, the advantages of technology in ELT are explained comprehensively.