Technology-Integration Experiences in Elt Classrooms as An Effective Tool: A Theoretical Study

Abstract

The aim of the research is to highlight the importance of ICT tools in the learning process and to present a way for integrating English language instruction with technology. EFL classrooms are becoming increasingly dependent on technology, hence this study will focus on the theoretical issues of integrating technology into the classroom. English education and learning must incorporate the use of technology in order to improve students' listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Using hardware and software technology in English language instruction and learning can provide teachers and students with a number of advantages, including the ability to access materials at any time, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to learn quickly in a short period of time. Consequently, the EFL classroom must embrace digital technology. Unfortunately, a great number of teachers are not technology savvy. The paper will use exhaustive theoretical study of the previous research to exemplify the importance of technology so that teachers could be acquainted with the importance of digital technology and able to implement it in language class. This study showed that the process of technology integration has to be deliberate and planned so that the use of technology, which is a fundamental task for instructors, can make a major contribution. Therefore, it should not be forgotten that technology must be incorporated properly into teaching and learning English and, unless integration is in effect, technology may have a detrimental influence on the learning process of students.