An Implementation of Active Learning in Thai University Students’ English Language Classroom

Abstract

This present study attempted to investigate the effects of the implementation of active learning in Thai university students’ English language classroom on 2 aspects which are 1) the achievement, and 2) the motivation. The participants were 45 students studying in the English for Communication class from various faculties at Nakhon Pathom Rajabhat University. Pre and post-tests, a delayed post-test, pre and post questionnaires and semi-structured interview were conducted to the participants. The data obtained through the pre and post-tests, a delayed post-test, pre and post questionnaires were computed and quantitatively analyzed. Moreover, the elicited data of the open-ended questions from questionnaires and the semi-structured interview questions were then summed up and interpreted using a grouping technique. Overall, the results revealed the positive effects of active learning in enhancing students’ achievement and motivation. The findings also unveiled both positive and negative effects of the implementation of active learning in the classrooms. The study potentially indicates the prospects of positively supporting the incorporation of active learning in English language teaching.