Students´and teacher´s perceptions towards EFL virtual instruction

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Abstract:The objective of this paper, "Students and Teachers' Perceptions Towards EFL Virtual Instruction," is to examine the perceptions of students and teachers regarding EFL virtual instruction. The research was conducted at a fiscomisional institution in Riobamba using a non-experimental design. The study included twenty-nine students in their third year of Baccalaureate, as well as 9 parents who were also chosen to participate. Additionally, their English instructor participated. Data were analyzed both qualitatively and quantitatively, focusing on aspects such as environment, feedback, interaction, material, and tasks, using a mixed-methodology approach. The instruments included surveys administered to students, parents, and teachers, as well as a teacher s interview. The results indicated that the teacher faced no significant obstacles while conducting virtual instruction. As a result, he held a favorable opinion of it. Likewise, a small number of students expressed their endorsement of the instructor and held a favorable opinion of virtual education. Nevertheless, the majority of students who were accompanied by their parents reported that they faced obstacles in all areas and, as a result, viewed virtual teaching as unfavorable.