Year: 2020
Type: article
Abstract: English is assimilated as the most esteemed and extensive language of the modern world because of its encompassing accomplishment in every domain like education, tourism, trade and commerce, science, medicine, communication, etc. and scrupulously in the barony of information and technology. The importance of knowledge in English is ascertained at the time of understanding the latest technology. Similarly, the learning of English by utilising the newest technology is also very inspiring. Innovative and advanced mechanisation has imparted noteworthy modifications in virtually every discipline; mainly, while concerning about embracing modish technology in classroom learning and teaching. It has revolutionised as well as conducted an absolute reformation in the customary teaching and learning procedures. The concept of Digital Classroom is typically fathomed as Smart Class succour in teaching through digital accoutrements of specialisation, such as the projectors, sound system, digital interactive boards, tablets, PCs, laptops, apps, 3D animated modules along with videos demonstrated to be a benchmark in epoch. Like developed nations, the administrations of developing palatinates are deliberating to support innovative learning patterns. Throughout the last few years, the Government of India has assigned several contrivances for many state governments for promoting Smart Classes. But lamentably, the students of vernacular medium schools of Kamrup, Assam, in India are not relishing their learning of English in such digitalised classrooms, since Smart Classes are not implemented yet there. It is observed that at present, students are inspired at the notion of inventive and collaborative learning procedures. This aggregated not only the superior conceptualisation surrounding and supercilious education but in the volume of intensified performance as well. Smart Class approach comprehends the necessities of the learners and furnishes them with latest learning clarifications through the application of digital specification substance by making the process of learning an enjoyable one. This digital demarche is swiftly revamping the bygone teaching and learning style in a better ameliorated etiquette. Mechanisation cannot supersede teachers at any convenience but can establish advanced teaching styles. Adopting latest technology can support teaching tremendously, upgrading the knowing of assorted themes. But along with so many bright flanks, Smart Classes have some gloomy verges. Nonetheless, these can be enumerated on finger tips only, when compared to its splendid belligerence. And these disadvantages can also be solved with special meticulousness and awareness. The present study will be beneficial for inspecting both the bright and dark sides of Smart Classrooms at the time of implementation, putting light on the way of finding out the solutions of these negative sides and also offering a helping hand to the future researchers to proceed with their research in this ground.
Source: IDC International Journal
Authors: Chitra Sharma, Dr. Shaifali Rachna Puri
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W7169682129