Abstract:
The purpose of this study is to foster research on the integration of
technology in language teaching, specifically focusing on writing instruction. As
technology improves and is widely used in education, it is crucial to evaluate the
effectiveness of certain tools and digital platforms such as Google Classroom (GC).
The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of the Google Classroom
platform on the writing performance of intermediate level Turkish English as a
Foreign Language (EFL) learners. It also investigated students' views of the effects
of Google Classroom. During the intervention, students received instruction on how
to write an essay in class, but they were also asked to practice writing along with
receiving feedback on their writings via Google Classroom. Participants were asked
to write an essay as a pre- and post-test to assess their writing abilities at the
beginning and the end of the intervention. In addition, participants completed a
survey and were interviewed regarding the impact of Google Classroom on their
writing abilities. A Paired-Sample t-test was used to analyze the quantitative data and
it showed that participants' writing skills improved greatly after utilizing the
platform. Furthermore, the results of the interview and survey showed participants'
positive attitude towards the application of Google Classroom, which could be used
for developing future essay writing courses and materials for teaching.
