Revue Algérienne des Sciences du Langage
Volume 10, Numéro 2, Pages 51-82
2025-12-27

The Role Of Elearning In Developing Efl Skills For University Students: A Case Study On Students Of The Department Of Information And Communication Studies

Authors : Guemide Boutkhil .

Abstract

This study investigates the effectiveness of eLearning platforms in enhancing EFL skills among university students, master degree, focusing specifically on students from the Department of Information and Communication Studies. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research examined the impact of digital learning tools on four core language competencies: reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills over a 24-weeks academic semester. The study employed a quasi-experimental design with 150 participants divided into two groups: an experimental group (n=40) using integrated eLearning platforms alongside traditional instruction, and a control group (n=40) receiving conventional classroom-only instruction. Data collection included students’ questionnaire and pre- and post-intervention language proficiency tests. Key findings reveal significant improvements in EFL skills development through eLearning integration. Students in the eLearning group demonstrated statistically significant improvements across all four language skills compared to the control group. The results contribute to the growing body of research on computer-assisted language learning (CALL) and provide practical insights for curriculum designers and EFL instructors seeking to optimize digital learning integration in higher education contexts. The study concludes that strategically implemented eLearning tools significantly enhance EFL skill development when integrated with traditional pedagogical approaches. The findings suggest that Information and Communication Studies students, with their inherent digital literacy, are particularly well-positioned to benefit from technology-enhanced language learning. However, successful implementation requires adequate technical infrastructure, teacher training, and ongoing student support.

Keywords

eLearning ; EFL Skills ; Master Students ; Department of Information and Communication Studies