A Development of an Online Instructional Model for Enhancing Basic English Writing Skills at the Bachelor's Degree Level for Distance Education

Abstract

This research aimed to 1) develop an online instructional model to enhance basic English writing skills for undergraduate distance education, and 2) examine the quality of the developed model. The study employed a research and development methodology comprising six stages: 1) studying relevant concepts and theories, 2) drafting a conceptual framework for the teaching model, 3) gathering opinions from 30 undergraduate students from Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University and 5 experts through structured in-depth interviews, 4) evaluating the model by 5 qualified experts using a teaching model evaluation form, 5) analyzing data and summarizing results, and 6) disseminating research findings. Data analysis methods included content synthesis and summarization, as well as descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentage, and standard deviation.

The research findings revealed that: 1) The developed model comprises four main components: self-study, online practice, synchronous teaching, and assessment. It also includes four supporting factors: learner support system, motivational enhancement activities, creation of an online learning community, and development of technological knowledge and skills for both instructors and learners. 2) The quality assessment of the developed online instructional model to enhance basic English writing skills for undergraduate distance education yielded a high-level rating. The model demonstrated consistency with relevant theories and practical applicability.