This study evaluates the integration of technology-based cooperative learning in a pre-university English Language and Literature course using Microsoft Office 365. Focused on a case study of sixteen Year 11 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme students analyzing rhetorical devices in Emma Gonzalez's 2018 speech, it adapts the Jigsaw Learning method to digital platforms such as Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and Zoom during Covid-19 restrictions. Utilizing an action research methodology—planning, acting, observing, and reflecting—the research explores the impact of digital tools on cooperative learning, particularly student engagement and understanding of rhetorical devices in a remote learning environment. The methodology included organizing students into groups for a detailed analysis of rhetorical aspects, leveraging Class Notebook for content distribution and collaborative engagement, and using Zoom to maintain interactive group discussions. This study underscores the potential of technology-based cooperative learning to enhance student engagement and outcomes, despite challenges like the digital divide and the need for comprehensive digital literacy training for educators and students. Conducted within the context of a global health crisis, this research provides valuable insights into adapting cooperative learning methodologies to online settings. It suggests significant implications for pedagogical strategies, educational technology integration, and policy development to improve the effectiveness and inclusivity of digital learning platforms, highlighting the transformative role of technology in making traditional cooperative learning a dynamic, engaging, and effective online experience.

Authors:
Noor Hasbi Yusoff, University of Wollongong in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Rukhaidah Sahid, Victoria International School of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

About the Presenter(s)
Dr. Noor, Assistant Professor in Media & Communications. Specializes in Interaction Design, UX, Visual Epistemology, and Global Media. Expert in generative AI and sociocultural semiotics. Accomplished educator. Fluent in English and Malay.

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