Exploring the Online Teaching Strategies of ELT in an Online English Language Program and Their Impact on Student Achievement in Karachi, Pakistan

Abstract

This chapter aims to find out the different strategies utilized by the English language teachers in their online classes. For this purpose, a qualitative multiple case study approach has been adopted to know about the strategies in detail. The findings showed that the teachers used a number of strategies to engage the learners in online classes to motivate them to take the classes regularly and overcome the boredom. Also, innovative ways of teaching the four skills of language using different activities, online resources, and technology integrated applications. Testing and assessment were done utilizing the digital software and multiple ways of assessing the performance of the leaner. Also, a range of digital tools and applications enabled the learners to perform better in online classes. These applications enable the learner to understand the instructions easily and apply their knowledge and learn by peer-competition and group collaboration. Overall, the different strategies utilized by the teachers enabled the students to perform better in the online classes.