أفكار وآفاق
Volume 11, Numéro 2, Pages 489-503
2023-06-13

The Effect Of Online Assessment On Efl Students’ Anxiety And Engagement

Authors : Arar Samira . Bessai-aoudjit Nesrine .

Abstract

Abstract: Online assessment has become increasingly popular in the field of education, including EFL instruction. While online assessment offers many advantages, such as increased flexibility and efficiency, concerns have been raised about its potential negative impact on EFL students' anxiety and engagement. Anxiety and engagement are critical factors in language learning and assessment, and they have been found to affect students' performance, motivation, and language development. This paper presents a critical review of the literature on the effect of online assessment on EFL students' anxiety and engagement. The paper examines conflicting views and prior research on this topic and presents an analysis of the key themes and findings. It also proposes recommendations for future research and practice. Overall, this paper highlights the importance of careful consideration of the pedagogical implications of online assessment, including the need for clear instructions and support, a balance of assessment methods, and an engaging and interactive learning environment.

Keywords

online assessment ; anxiety ; engagement ; EFL students ; pedagogical implications