Journal of new advances in English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics

Journal of new advances in English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics

Role of Computer Word Processors in Learning Spelling and Grammar among EFL Learners

Document Type : Original Article

Author
ELT Department, Ahvaz Branch, Islamic Azad University, Ahvaz, Iran
10.22034/jeltal.2022.4.2.3
Abstract
This study examined the effects of using computer word/grammar processor on Iranian elementary students' spelling and grammar improvement. To this end, the researcher administered the Oxford Quick Placement Test (OQPT) to 80 Iranian EFL learners to determine their level of English proficiency. The researcher selected 50 elementary students and divided them into two experimental groups; spelling group (n=25) and grammar group (n=25). Then, both groups were pretested. After that, the participants of both experimental groups received the treatment; they were taught through computer word processor. In the spelling group, 10 laptops were available for teaching spelling through using Computer Microsoft Word Processor. Some words and sentences were read by the researcher and the students were asked to type them through Computer Word Processor in the Computer The results of paired and independent samples t-tests revealed that both experimental groups had better performance on their post-test compared to their pre-test. The results showed that there was not a significant difference between the performances of the two experimental groups on the post-test. Finally, implications arising from the findings and suggestions for further research were explained.
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Volume 4, Issue 2
September 2022
Pages 920-933

  • Receive Date 19 August 2022
  • Revise Date 10 September 2022
  • Accept Date 01 October 2022