TEACHING MARITIME ENGLISH FOR NAUTICAL OFFICER USING ZOOM: STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION OF MARITIME ENGLISH CLASS THROUGH ZOOM

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Maritime English is pivotal for effective communication in the maritime industry, particularly among Nautical Officers. With the advent of digital platforms like Zoom, teaching Maritime English remotely has become increasingly popular. This research explores students' perceptions of Maritime English classes delivered via Zoom, highlighting both the benefits and challenges associated with this mode of instruction. Through a qualitative investigation involving 25 Nautical Officer students, data was collected via survey questionnaires and interviews. The findings reveal that Zoom-based classes foster enthusiasm, active participation, and improved ICT literacy among students. However, challenges such as internet connectivity issues and time constraints were also identified. Recommendations for optimizing Zoom-mediated Maritime English instruction include interactive instructional design, fostering a supportive learning environment, and providing technology integration and training. By implementing these recommendations, educators can enhance the effectiveness of teaching Maritime English for Nautical Officers via Zoom, thereby facilitating language acquisition and communication skills development in the maritime sector.