The paper titled "Demystifying Reading Skills for EFL Students at King Khalid University Through Learn Unlearn and Relearn Techniques During the Current Pandemic" focuses on the impact of the Learn, Unlearn, and Relearn technique on the reading skills of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students at King Khalid University. The research explores how these techniques can be utilized to enhance digital reading skills, particularly in an online learning environment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The study aims to investigate the effectiveness of the Learn, Unlearn, and Relearn approach as a study skill, particularly in improving reading competency among EFL students. The scope of the research includes examining the relationship between study skills, especially reading skills, and academic performance, and determining the best strategies to foster these skills in a fully online learning context.
The methodology employed in this research includes an experimental pre-post group design involving level four EFL students divided into control and experimental groups. The experimental group received focused training on using Blackboard tools to enhance their digital reading skills. Data collection was conducted through reading inventory tests, study skills questionnaires, and student interviews, with the results analyzed using SPSS software.
Key findings of the research indicate that the Learn, Unlearn, and Relearn technique significantly improved the reading skills of students in the experimental group compared to the control group. The study also found that students were more engaged and self-confident in their reading abilities when using digital tools, and they preferred the online learning environment over traditional methods. This approach fostered better retention and comprehension of reading materials.
In conclusion, the study highlights the importance of integrating digital literacy into the curriculum, especially during times of crisis such as the pandemic. The researchers recommend further training for both students and instructors to effectively use online platforms and suggest that a blended learning approach could be beneficial in the future. The findings underscore the potential of the Learn, Unlearn, and Relearn technique in improving not only reading skills but also overall academic performance in an EFL context.