THE ROLE OF TECHNOLOGY IN MODERN ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION

Abstract

It is hard to imagine teaching statistics today without using some form of technology. The technology revolution has had a great impact on the teaching of statistics, perhaps more so than many other disciplines. This is not so surprising given that technology has changed the way statisticians work and has therefore been changing what and how we teach This article delves into the effectiveness of online learning platforms such as Moodle, Duolingo, and Zoom in teaching English as a second language (ESL). It analyzes how these platforms support autonomous learning, interactive engagement, and real-time feedback. The article also highlights potential limitations, including the digital divide, student motivation, and assessment challenges. Many  research findings says that while technology enhances accessibility, teacher guidance remains essential for optimal learning outcomes. The main goal is to provide the introductory statistics teacher who is considering using technology in the statistics classroom with some background of how the technology tools have evolved, a sense of the research findings and open questions on how technology impacts student learning, and specific advice for implementing technology.