EFL Libyan Learners attitudes on the importance of using ICT at University of Derna/ Al Qubbah Campus

Abstract

This study investigates the attitudes of Libyan EFL (English as a Foreign Language) students toward the importance of using Information Communication Technology (ICT) in language learning. A descriptive quantitative design was used to determine attitudes toward importance of using ICT and utilize tools ICT for non-academic purposes in learning English. A questionnaire consisting of two major sections, the first one includes of 10 Likert-scale statements on the importance of using ICT in learning English, the second section contains of 10 statement items on the frequent using ICT tools to facilitate their language learning the survey was administered to 60 EFL students at the University of Derna, Al Qubba. The result of the study reveals that Libyan students mostly view Information Communication Technology (ICT) is very important in learning English Language also showed their positive attitudes towards ICT importance to learn English. The findings have significant recommendations and pedagogical implications for EFL teaching practices, emphasizing the importance of using and integrating ICT in learning English.