Using Web-Based Learning to Enhance UndergraduatesEnglish Vocabulary at English Language Department – Sudan University of Science and Technology

Abstract

This study aimed at exploring methods offered by the integration of the Web-Based Learning with the method of teaching and learning English at university level and its impact on developing EFL students' English language learning as general and vocabulary in particular.In this study the researcher used the descriptive and analytical method. The data of the study were collected by the use of a questionnaire which addressed English language teachers in Sudan University of Science and Technology (SUST) in addition to, the two different kinds of treatments which were implemented with two different groups (control & experimental) at Sudan University of Science and Technology.The analyzed data of vocabulary-based test indicated that, the experimental group outperformed the control group statistically significant in the post test. Therefore, web-based learning proved to be more effective in learning English vocabulary for these students. The data obtained were analyzed by using Statistical Package for Social Science(SPSS) . The main findings of the research revealed that most of respondents have positive attitudes towards the use of Web-Based Learning in English teaching and learning. Also it showed that most teachers are not sufficiently trained to use modern technology in teaching in addition to the highly cost of the equipment and Internet connections which hinder its implementation. The thesis is conducted by some recommendations and suggestions for further studies.