Poster Session Improving Student Experiences with Learning Management Systems more

While Learning Management Systems (LMS) like Google Classroom have become ubiquitous in educational settings, research examining their specific implementation in language teaching contexts remains limited. Although Kassim (2021) found generally positive student attitudes toward Google Classroom, little research has explored how language learners specifically want these platforms to be utilised to enhance their language learning experience. This research addresses this gap by investigating university students' experiences and preferences regarding Google Classroom implementation. Through qualitative and quantitative data from approximately 100 students from a range of majors, this poster presentation will analyse responses from two perspectives: students’ perceptions of how Google Classroom supported their experience on the course, and their recommendations for more effective implementation of LMS platforms to support their learning. The poster will show the results of the research and provide practical recommendations for optimising LMSs as Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) tools. These recommendations could potentially lower students' affective filters and create more engaging computer-mediated language learning environments. This research will be of interest to language educators and practitioners seeking to enhance their CALL implementation through more student-centred approaches to LMS usage.