Web-Based Tools and Platforms for Collaborative English Language Teaching

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Vivit Rosmayanti

2026 Impact of Web Technologies on Digital Transformation Book chapter Cited by 0

Abstract

This chapter examines how online tools and platforms enhance collaborative English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning, drawing on social-constructivist theories. It reviews platforms like Google Classroom, Edmodo, Padlet, Slack, Google Docs, Zoom, and Kahoot, alongside wikis and discussion boards, highlighting their roles in communication, resource sharing, and task-based collaboration. Practical appli-cations include peer review, shared storytelling, online forums, and joint problem-solving. The chapter also addresses challenges such as digital access inequality and participation imbalances, offering strategies for inclusive virtual classrooms. h forecasts future advancements with AI, VR, and AR for adaptive, immersive learning, aiming to equip educators with insights for creating dynamic, globally connected EFL environments. © 2026 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.

Affiliations

Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia