affective aspects In an EFL (English as a Foreign Language) class

 

In an EFL (English as a Foreign Language) class in Taiwanese elementary schools where the teacher uses ebooks as a learning medium, several affective aspects (related to emotions, attitudes, motivation, and feelings) can be measured to evaluate students’ learning experience. Here are some affective aspects that are especially relevant:

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🌟 1. Motivation

• Definition: The desire or willingness of students to learn English using ebooks.

• Indicators:

  • Student eagerness to participate in ebook activities

  • Time-on-task using the ebook

  • Expression of interest in reading English stories

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🌟 2. Attitude toward English Learning

• Definition: Students' general feelings or predisposition toward learning English.

• Indicators:

  • Enjoyment of English class with ebooks

  • Preference for using ebooks over traditional books

  • Positive comments about the English language

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🌟 3. Attitude toward Technology Use

• Definition: Students’ feelings about using digital devices (e.g., tablets, computers) and ebooks for learning.

• Indicators:

  • Comfort and confidence in using ebook apps

  • Willingness to explore features in the ebook

  • Perceived ease or fun when learning digitally

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🌟 4. Engagement / Enjoyment

• Definition: The level of emotional involvement or pleasure during the learning activity.

• Indicators:

  • Smiling or showing excitement during ebook reading

  • Active participation (clicking, reading aloud, answering questions)

  • Requests to reread stories or continue activities

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🌟 5. Anxiety or Confidence

• Definition: The level of comfort or nervousness students feel while learning English using ebooks.

• Indicators:

  • Willingness to speak or read aloud

  • Avoidance behavior or hesitation during ebook tasks

  • Verbal or nonverbal signs of nervousness or confidence

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🌟 6. Sense of Autonomy

• Definition: Students' feeling of control and independence in their learning process.

• Indicators:

  • Initiating ebook use without teacher prompting

  • Making choices within the ebook (e.g., selecting stories or activities)

  • Exploring new features or content independently