CREATION OF VIRTUAL SCENARIOS IN HIGHER EDUCATION: A PROPOSAL FOR THE TEACHING OF TECHNICAL ENGLISH

Abstract

The immersion of information and communication technology in pedagogical practices has attracted attention in the academic literacy process. This study aimed at analyzing the implementation of virtual learning environment, its functionality and effectiveness in the subject Technical English, in two courses of study at the National University of Villa Mercedes (UNViMe). The course proposes a virtual pedagogical approach that includes synchronous and asynchronous activities, with the use of digital teaching tools and applications on the Moodle platform. Data collection was carried out through surveys in three different stages, which revealed a broad acceptance of the proposal. The majority of students passed with a final mark above average, while the number of not-passing and drop-out students was low. To conclude, it is considered that the virtual proposal promotes motivation and involvement; nevertheless, there are a number of students who, for various reasons, prefer traditional teaching methods in person without using screens or technological resources.