Integrating internet in teaching and learning EFL : the case study of first-year English students at Sidi Bel Abbès university

Abstract EN

It is not a surprising fact that the prevalence of Internet use in language education nowadays has brought novelty to the field like never before.

The present paper pinpoints its integration in teaching and learning EFL (English as a Foreign Language) and aims at investigating its role and impact on those processes at the Algerian university.

A mixed-methods approach was applied to gather relevant data from a sample of students and teachers at Djillali Liabès University in Sidi Bel Abbès; using students' questionnaires, portfolios and e-portfolios besides teachers' interviews.

The results showed that Internet plays a key role in increasing learner-centeredness and makes students more autonomous and interested in learning EFL in addition, its incorporation to teaching does consolidate the language course for it provides authentic and innovative materials and tools.

The paper, as well presents some future recommendations about Internet use in teaching and learning EFL.