Published Papers by Jounal of ELT and Education (JEE)
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
This study intended to investigate how English phonemes are being taught and learnt by the teache... more This study intended to investigate how English phonemes are being taught and learnt by the teachers and students respectively at the primary level education in semi-urban area of Bangladesh. For this research, 45 students and 6 teachers purposively selected from three schools at semi-urban area in Dhaka district. Two sets of questionnaire were used to collect data from students and teachers of the semi-urban areas to explore their thinking or valuable opinions regarding the importance of learning and teaching English phonemes. Besides, three English classes (purposively taken) have been observed to shed light on the problems associated with teaching and learning English phonemes in the classroom faced by both the teachers and students. The findings have uncovered that both the teachers and students encounter many difficulties to teach and learn English phonemes respectively in their classroom. The study also concluded with some pedagogical suggestions to overcome those limitations.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
Appropriateness of teaching methods is a widely discussed and intensely concerned topic in the ar... more Appropriateness of teaching methods is a widely discussed and intensely concerned topic in the arena of teaching and learning activities. It still remains arguable despite diverse research studies on the aptness and efficacy of teaching methods. An action research is a popular research study applied in the field of education. It is directed towards solving a practicable problem. The problem in this study was the inefficacy of teaching through the lecture method. The prime objective of this article is to assess the efficiency of three teaching methods: lecture, discussion and lecture along with discussion. The sampling design was purposive and the sample size of this study consisted of entire 36 first-year bachelor of education students studying English education as a major subject at Makawanpur Multiple Campus, Hetauda, Nepal in the academic year 2023. They were taught eight lessons from their text book entitled "New Directions: Reading, Writing and Critical Thinking" for each method and 25 test items were asked to them after teaching each time. The study was carried out by adopting one-shot case study research design. This article winds up with the findings (lecture method: Mean = 9.64, observed t-value =1.233, and critical t-value =2.030 (discussion method: Mean = 13.78, observed t-value = 9.854 and critical t-value = 2.030, and (lecture with discussion method: Mean = 19.19, observed tvalue = 26.278 and critical t-value = 2.030) with df= 35 clearly depict that the lecture along with discussion method of teaching was the most effective one of these three methods with potential chances of carrying out action researches on the efficiency of other teaching methods.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
The current study aims to depict the comparative utopian ideals in the Moyna Dweep in Manik Bando... more The current study aims to depict the comparative utopian ideals in the Moyna Dweep in Manik Bandopadhyay's Bengali classic novel Padma Nadir Majhi and Pala Island in Aldous Huxley's novel Island. Padma Nadir Majhi (Translation: The Boatman of the Padma River) was published in 1936, and Huxley's utopian manifesto Island was first published in 1962. Though there are cultural and social dissimilarities between the two classics' publishing contexts, the philosophical and transcendent aspects of the two novels have analogical dimensions. The authors used a qualitative approach with textual and document analysis to present a comparative scenario of utopian features in these writings. The analysis reveals that Moyna Dweep's inhabitants have eternal socioeconomic and hedonistic pursuits for material prosperity, and the natives of Pala Island mostly seek spiritual and intellectual fulfillment.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
One of the main reasons of poor performance of graduates in interviews is due to communication ap... more One of the main reasons of poor performance of graduates in interviews is due to communication apprehension. This has resulted in unemployment in Malaysia which are caused by an excess of graduates who are unable to find jobs that align with their educational skills. Communication Apprehension or fear of public speaking need to be addressed as it can become a hindrance of pursuing careers of interest. This opinion paper deals with the theoretical aspects of communication apprehension and its connections to theories that can identify probable solutions in a SouthEast Asia context. Findings show that there is a link among the following theories; communication apprehension (CA), affective filter hypothesis (AFH) and self-efficacy (SE) among others act as a foundation for a theoretical framework to create a public speaking teaching module to address communication apprehension.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
Bangladesh faced several alarming consequences of climate change, with frequent occurrences of fl... more Bangladesh faced several alarming consequences of climate change, with frequent occurrences of floods, droughts, heatwaves, cyclones, and other natural disasters. To mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change, it is important to make young learners eco-conscious and include eco-friendly content in textbooks. Thus, the present research aimed to conduct an eco-critical discourse analysis of the grade five EFL textbook taught in Bangladesh. The qualitative study incorporated the Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) model by Fairclough (2013) and the framework of ecolinguistics by Stibbe (2015) as its theoretical underpinnings. The study’s findings revealed that the discourses of the textbook were significantly ambivalent, only partially addressing the ecosophy of the analyst.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
This quantitative study explored students' English proficiency by rehearsing English speaking thr... more This quantitative study explored students' English proficiency by rehearsing English speaking through participation in an English Language club. The study was a group-post-test quasi-experimental design. Forty honors scholars were named to form the experimental group of the study. This trial group was tested using the pre-post speaking test before and after exposure to the language club. The trial lasted for three months, from September to November 2021. Research data were collected through semi-structured interviews using open-ended questions. Significant differences were established between the pre-test and post-test regarding speaking proficiency and chops. The findings indicated that sharing in the English–speaking club helps scholars get a probative terrain for speaking chops through discussion, donation, speech, lying, debate, and other speaking conditioning. The study concluded that the English Language speaking club effectively developed students' speaking proficiency.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
This empirical study surveyed the perceptions of both students and teachers about using audiovisu... more This empirical study surveyed the perceptions of both students and teachers about using audiovisual aids to augment speaking abilities in the context of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) among secondary school students in Bangladesh. Data was collected from 100 students using a self-administered questionnaire in five institutions. A focus group discussion (FGD) was conducted among five teacher participants. The study's findings demonstrated students' positive approach to audiovisual materials in the secondary EFL classrooms. The study also unveiled a few concerns: the speed of video dialogues exceeded the comprehension capabilities of students, inadequate audio equipment, and unfamiliar subject matter of the videos frequently proved unknown to students. Suggestions comprised of choosing resources that align with students' skill levels, ensuring enough multimedia equipment in classrooms, and creating projects that are suitably demanding.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
Competing in today's global employment environment requires strong communication skills, yet many... more Competing in today's global employment environment requires strong communication skills, yet many college students struggle to develop these abilities. This research explores integrating Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles into postsecondary curricula to enhance students' communication skills. UDL is a pedagogical strategy that accommodates diverse learning styles, promoting active and engaged learning. This study reviews literature highlighting UDL's advantages in fostering communicative competence. A case study is presented where UDL principles-such as providing multiple methods of representation, action, expression, and participation-were incorporated into a university course's communication tasks. The intervention improved students' self-assurance, fluency, and interest in communication activities, addressing obstacles like language problems, learning disabilities, and cultural differences. The findings suggest that UDL integration in postsecondary curricula can enhance students' communication skills, with significant implications for educators, policymakers, and employers aiming to increase graduates' employability and support a diverse workforce. By learning UDL principles in higher education, students can be better prepared for the competitive global job market, where strong communication skills are increasingly valued.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
This literary critique explores Sylvia Plath's existential angst as a feminist poet through the l... more This literary critique explores Sylvia Plath's existential angst as a feminist poet through the lenses of existentialism and existential feminism. Sylvia Plath was an American poet whose works are critically presented with references to her existential angst and feminism. It unleashes not only her agony at a private level but also portrays the anguish of women at large and of Holocaust victims. For the "I" voice of the speaker, she created the voice of the women with whom she shares solidarity. Plath effectively and cynically blends her existential anxiety with feminism to depict the appalling conditions that women faced during the Cold War era. The critique employs a qualitative approach using the content analysis method to theoretically present the related issues on the topic.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
সারসংক্ষেপঃ বর্তমানে সময়ে মাদকদ্রব্যের ব্যবহার সারা বিশ্বকে অস্থির করে তুলেছে। এর বিরূপ প্রভাবে আ... more সারসংক্ষেপঃ বর্তমানে সময়ে মাদকদ্রব্যের ব্যবহার সারা বিশ্বকে অস্থির করে তুলেছে। এর বিরূপ প্রভাবে আজ বাংলাদেশও আক্রান্ত। এদেশের যুব সমাজের একটি বিরাট অংশ এই মাদকের নেশায় আক্রান্ত হয়ে দেশ ও জাতির জন্য হুমকি হয়ে দাঁড়িয়েছে। সরকারিভাবে এদেশে এর প্রতিরোধের বিভিন্ন উদ্যোগ গ্রহণ করা হলেও এর সুফল তেমন একটা আসছেনা। ইসলাম মদের যে কোন রকম ব্যবহারকে হারাম বা অবৈধ করেছে। শুধু হারামই করেনি, এর ব্যবহারকারীকে কঠোর শাস্তির ব্যবস্থার নির্দেশ প্রদান করেছে। ইসলাম মদ বা মাদক দ্রব্য জাতীয় সকল প্রকার পণ্যের ব্যবসা, উৎপাদন, পরিবহন নিষিদ্ধ করেছে। এর সাথে যেকোন ভাবে সম্পৃক্ত ব্যক্তিকে ইসলাম অভিশপ্ত হিসেবে দায়ী করেছে। অন্ধকার যুগের মাদকাসক্ত আরব সমাজকে ইসলামের আইন ও তাকওয়ার শিক্ষা মাদকাসক্তি থেকে মুক্তি দিয়ে সোনার মানুষে পরিণত করেছিল। আজ বাংলাদেশে যদি ইসলামের আইন অনুসরণ করে সকল পর্যায়ে সব ধরণের মাদক দ্রব্য উৎপাদন ও ব্যবহার নিষিদ্ধ করে আইন প্রণয়ন ও আইনের যথাযথ প্রয়োগ করা যেত, সাথে সাথে এর খারাপ দিকগুলো মানুষের কাছে তুলে ধরে মানুষকে নৈতিক শিক্ষা কিংবা তাকওয়ার শিক্ষা প্রদান করা যেত, তা হলে এদেশ মাদকের অভিশাপ থেকে মুক্ত হতে পারতো। যা এ দেশের স্থিতিশীল উন্নয়নকে আরও গতিশীল করতো।
[Abstract: The current use of drugs has disordered the entire world. Bangladesh is also affected by its adverse effects. A large part of the youth of this country has become a threat to the country and the nation by being addicted to this drug. Officially, various initiatives have been taken to prevent it in this country, but the benefits are not coming much. Islam has made any consumption of alcohol illegal (haram). Not only haram but prescribed severe punishment for its users. Islam prohibits the trade, production and transportation of all types of goods, such as alcohol or drugs. Anyone associated with it in any way is considered accursed by Islam. Islamic laws and teachings of piety freed the drug-addicted Arab society of the Dark Ages and turned them into golden people. Today, in Bangladesh, by recalling the laws of Islam, all stages and all types of drug production and use would be enacted, and the law would be properly implemented. At the same time, its bad aspects would be pointed out to the people, and moral or religious education could be given to people. Then, this country would be free from being cursed by drug addiction, which would speed up the sustainable development of this country.]
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
This study undertakes a thorough examination of advertising material in Bangladesh, specifically ... more This study undertakes a thorough examination of advertising material in Bangladesh, specifically concentrating on femvertising and gender stereotypes. This study diverges from previous research that mostly focuses on the objectification of women in TV commercials (TVCs). Instead, it aims to investigate resistance within three femvertising contexts: Taza tea, Freedom sanitary napkin and Sunsilk shampoo. This qualitative study reveals an intricate and diverse landscape of advertising by utilizing content analysis (CA) and critical discourse analysis (CDA). By combining CA and CDA, the study provides a comprehensive semiotic analysis of femvertising in Bangladeshi TV advertisements. This approach allows to explore both the visual and textual elements while critically examining the discourses and ideologies surrounding gender and feminism in these ads. Although there is some opposition in how female figures are spoken and depicted, the study shows that stereotypes persist in these advertisements' overall context and persuasive facets.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
The current study aims at finding out the English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners' perceptio... more The current study aims at finding out the English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners' perceptions towards mother tongue (Bangla language) interferences in academic oral performances (viva-voce, presentation, interview) at the tertiary level in Bangladesh. As theoretical framework, Larry Selinker's "Interlanguage" (1972) and Stephen Pit Corder's "Interlanguage with Error Analysis" (1981) theories have been adopted to establish the aim of this study. A mixed-method approach has been applied to conduct the current study. A questionnaire survey and the interview tools have been used for collecting the primary data. The researchers have collected data from 200 respondents from two public and two private universities in Khulna City. The primary findings of this study indicate that in this age of internationalization, EFL learners believe that their mother tongue interference has a negative impact on their oral performances and it stands as a barrier to learning the target language. However, mother tongue interferences are natural and irresistible but the study has focused on the EFL learners' perceptions of the influence of L1. Finally, the study concludes with a positive hope for the EFL learners to have a balance between L1 and L2.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2024
The current literary study aims to investigate the psychological and emotional conflicts and the ... more The current literary study aims to investigate the psychological and emotional conflicts and the traumatic experiences of the strong female characters depicted in Doris Lessing's selected fictions. Unmatched in all literary genres worldwide, author Doris Lessing depicts both the societal structure of her age and the basic issues facing women. Lessing looks for fresh ways to portray the experiences of a woman writer who is stuck. She was raised in Africa, developed into an engaged but disillusioned communist, is a politically engaged writer, and occasionally she even plays the role of a mistress or wife. This qualitative study focuses on how Lessing aims to portray, via her astute and nuanced approach, the psychological struggles that women have while balancing marriage and love, motherhood and career, the injustice of double standards, the isolation that single career women experience, and the hollowness of marriage in the eyes of society and the established order. Through her feminist works, she attempts to rouse the women's community to fight against patriarchy. Lessing portrays her female characters with various societal issues and male-female perspectives.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2023
This research paper explores the flaws of male protagonists in both English and Bangla literature... more This research paper explores the flaws of male protagonists in both English and Bangla literature using a comparative analysis. Like English literature, Bangla literature is also known for its cultural and social depth. Several Bengali and English writings show the flaws of male characters who are somewhat not perfect and possess few habits that lead them to their downfall in the mainstream of the story. It looks at how their flaws affect their personalities, relationships, and growth as characters. In English writing, on the other hand, male protagonists also have flaws that add to their depth and complexity. But some problems keep coming up, like being too proud, not having enough emotional intelligence, and keeping toxic manhood alive. The way these flaws are shown can sometimes support gender stereotypes and stop characters from growing. The paper looks at the social and historical background of Bangla literature, focuses on a few flawed male characters, and compares them to similar characters in English literature. The results show how these flaws affect, how masculinity is shown, how characters grow, and how society affects them in each literary style.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2023
The current study is a critical reading and in-depth understanding of the poem 'Nothing in That D... more The current study is a critical reading and in-depth understanding of the poem 'Nothing in That Drawer' from the postmodernist viewpoint. This thematic poem is composed by Ron Padgett. The authors used textual and thematic analysis to interpret the poem from various literary perspectives to generate significant literary criticism on the Padgett's poem. The paper depicts different tones of the poet in the poem that communicate shock, panic, hysterical calls, comprehension, acceptance, and resentment. However, the poet's emotion is almost in vain as the poem's meaning relates to how meaningless life may be while pursuing things that are not there.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2023
The present study examines the accessibility, personalized learning, collaborative and interactiv... more The present study examines the accessibility, personalized learning, collaborative and interactive environments, and flexibility of e-learning that have affected education. E-learning has broken geographical barriers, allowing students from remote and disadvantaged backgrounds to access quality education. It has globalized lifelong learning, skill development, and personal improvement. Descriptive research using content analysis, and literature review examined these issues. The study also interviewed ten teachers to collect the ins and outs. The findings show how adaptive technology in e-learning enables students to learn at their own pace and with customized guidance and materials. Online platforms provide meaningful interactions, knowledge sharing, and critical thinking among learners, boosting global awareness. Self-paced courses and asynchronous learning offer varied learning styles and seamless integration of education into daily life. E-learning's accessibility, personalization, collaboration, and flexibility have transformed education, despite obstacles like the digital divide and student participation. E-learning has opened new doors to a more inclusive and dynamic learning environment. The report offers future research to bridge the digital divide and increase student motivation and engagement in online learning to maximize the potential of e-learning in education.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2023
This paper aimed at finding out the overall scenario of teaching EFL writing at the secondary lev... more This paper aimed at finding out the overall scenario of teaching EFL writing at the secondary level in Bangladesh along with the challenges faced by the teachers while teaching. A mixed method approach was chosen to conduct the study. Twenty EFL teachers teaching English as a foreign language at the secondary level in Dhaka and Mymensingh divisions of Bangladesh were chosen as the participants of the study who were provided with a questionnaire and also participated in the interview session. It was revealed that most of the teachers face challenges regarding class size while teaching EFL writing because they cannot handle such a large class intensively. Again, it was found that for the short duration of each class, teachers cannot provide proper feedback to every learner. It was unfolded that the biggest challenge that the teachers face is the mixed ability of their students. Besides, a great number of teachers do not have any kind of training to teach EFL writing at the secondary level of education. It was recommended that through providing proper training facilities to the teachers and allocating sufficient class time and authentic writing materials, these challenges can be overcome.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2023
Henrik Ibsen, an eminent 19 th-century Norwegian playwright produced a number of influential and ... more Henrik Ibsen, an eminent 19 th-century Norwegian playwright produced a number of influential and realistic plays describing the true scenario of the society of that time. A number of his plays including A Doll's House, Hedda Gabler, Ghost, The Pillars of Society, An Enemy of The People have depicted the issues related to marriage, conjugal life, patriarchy, feminism, social injustice, women's suppressed condition and their struggle for independence. The present study focused on unfolding the scenario of women's struggle represented in A Doll's House. The researcher chose content analysis, a kind of qualitative research method as the avenue of the current study. The study explored that after being understood the subordinate condition, women started struggling and fighting against the socalled rules of patriarchal society. The struggle of Nora starting with a subconscious mind and ending with a very clear conscious step clearly pictured the struggle of the women folk of that time. A number of notable issues supports Nora's struggle to gain individual identity resulting in borrowing money without the consent of Torvald, arranging the whole trip for her husband's treatment, bold dealing with Krogstad and finally leaving husband and family by the slamming of the door towards exploring herself where there are a number of new open doors with numerous opportunity and freedom.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2023
One of the most crucial language skills is reading, and language education puts a lot of emphasis... more One of the most crucial language skills is reading, and language education puts a lot of emphasis on both teaching and mastering this skill. It is essential to provide good and rigorous instruction to non-native speakers learning English as a second language in order to develop their English reading skills and help them become competent and confident readers. This study focused on the teaching methods used by Bangladeshi secondary level EFL teachers to impart reading instruction to their students. The researchers used the Mixed Methods (MM) approach with the goal of gathering both quantitative and qualitative data. To collect quantitative data, a questionnaire survey was used, and to collect qualitative data, classroom observations were conducted using an observation checklist. The acquired data was examined and evaluated using the appropriate methodology. The researchers found those English teachers' approaches to teaching English reading did not align with current teaching practices and curriculum requirements. Based on the findings of the current study, the researchers put forward some suggestions which show a variety of techniques and strategies could help learners develop their reading skills.
Center for Academic Research and Development, 2023
পৃথিবীতে সংঘটিত সকল যুদ্ধেই যুদ্ধকবলিত দেশের মানুষ তিনটি বিশেষ দলে ভাগ হয়ে যায়। এর প্রথম দলÑ প্রত... more পৃথিবীতে সংঘটিত সকল যুদ্ধেই যুদ্ধকবলিত দেশের মানুষ তিনটি বিশেষ দলে ভাগ হয়ে যায়। এর প্রথম দলÑ প্রতিরোধ গড়ে তোলার, দ্বিতীয় দল আক্রমণের শিকার এবং তৃতীয় দল দ্বিধাগ্রস্থের। উপন্যাস খেলাঘর-এ দেখা যায়, মুক্তিযুদ্ধ-পরবর্তী ঘটনা নিয়ে কাহিনি বিন্যস্ত হয়ে উল্লিখিত তিনটি শ্রেণির মানুষকে লেখক উপস্থাপন করেছেন- তিনটি চরিত্রের মধ্য দিয়ে। রেহানা চরিত্রটি আক্রান্তদের, ইয়াকুব দ্বিধাগ্রস্থের এবং স্কুলমাস্টার মুকুল প্রতিরোধের দলভুক্ত। এখানে সবচেয়ে বেশি এবং নিশ্চিত যৌন-লোলুপতার শিকার নারী এবং এর জন্য দায়ী তার শরীর। আক্রান্ত নারীর মনঃস্তত্তে¡ বিকলন-উদ্ভূত ক্রিয়া-প্রতিক্রিয়া দেখা যায়। মাহমুদুল হক এর খেলাঘর উপন্যাসে রেহানা তেমনি এক নারী চরিত্র। যদিও আক্রমণে উদ্ভূত বিকলনের চিত্র উপন্যাসে অনুপস্থিত, তদুপরি বিকলন-পরবর্তী রেহানার স্বপ্নময় কয়েকটি দিনের কথা জানা যায়- জানা যায়, ইয়াকুব নামের এক যুবকের সঙ্গে তার খেলাঘর গড়ে তোলার আশাব্যাঞ্জক কাহিনি। কিন্তু যুদ্ধে সর্বস্ব হারোনার দিকটি উন্মোচিত হলে, রেহানার অনেক সাধের খেলাঘর ভেঙে দুঃখময় পরিসমাপ্তির দিকে এগিয়ে যায়। উপন্যাসটিতে মাহমুদুল হক অত্যন্ত শৈল্পিকভাবে সেই খেলাঘর (১৯৯৮) ভেঙে যাওয়ার বৃত্তান্ত উপস্থাপন করেছেন। বাংলা উপন্যাস খেলাঘর-এ যুদ্ধপরবর্তী উল্লিখিত দিকগুলো বিশ্লেষণই আমাদের মূল উদ্দিষ্ট।
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Published Papers by Jounal of ELT and Education (JEE)
[Abstract: The current use of drugs has disordered the entire world. Bangladesh is also affected by its adverse effects. A large part of the youth of this country has become a threat to the country and the nation by being addicted to this drug. Officially, various initiatives have been taken to prevent it in this country, but the benefits are not coming much. Islam has made any consumption of alcohol illegal (haram). Not only haram but prescribed severe punishment for its users. Islam prohibits the trade, production and transportation of all types of goods, such as alcohol or drugs. Anyone associated with it in any way is considered accursed by Islam. Islamic laws and teachings of piety freed the drug-addicted Arab society of the Dark Ages and turned them into golden people. Today, in Bangladesh, by recalling the laws of Islam, all stages and all types of drug production and use would be enacted, and the law would be properly implemented. At the same time, its bad aspects would be pointed out to the people, and moral or religious education could be given to people. Then, this country would be free from being cursed by drug addiction, which would speed up the sustainable development of this country.]
[Abstract: The current use of drugs has disordered the entire world. Bangladesh is also affected by its adverse effects. A large part of the youth of this country has become a threat to the country and the nation by being addicted to this drug. Officially, various initiatives have been taken to prevent it in this country, but the benefits are not coming much. Islam has made any consumption of alcohol illegal (haram). Not only haram but prescribed severe punishment for its users. Islam prohibits the trade, production and transportation of all types of goods, such as alcohol or drugs. Anyone associated with it in any way is considered accursed by Islam. Islamic laws and teachings of piety freed the drug-addicted Arab society of the Dark Ages and turned them into golden people. Today, in Bangladesh, by recalling the laws of Islam, all stages and all types of drug production and use would be enacted, and the law would be properly implemented. At the same time, its bad aspects would be pointed out to the people, and moral or religious education could be given to people. Then, this country would be free from being cursed by drug addiction, which would speed up the sustainable development of this country.]