The Use of Blackboard in the Practice of English-Speaking Skills among Saudi EFL Learners during COVID-19

The current coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic caused a temporary halt to educational activities around the world. abrupt and fast shift from regular face-to-face learning fully online altered students’ impressions toward Blackboard application its use. It is important have an in-depth analysis of effectiveness using blackboard platform in developing skills. study included review both quantitative qualitative papers according their relevance Saudi context get clearer image about use building up EFL learners speaking purpose this address studies that investigate perceptions program as mere tool English courses Preparatory Year, well impact those on Blackboard. This work underlines previous literature associated with practice skills language among Foreign Language (EFL) Learners. meant provide overview how computer internet-based virtual class (CIBVC) used overcome learners’ difficulties English-speaking describes ability perspectives accuracy, fluency, Anxiety. suggests earlier knowledge via has positive perceptions. also contributed platforms’ research field during outbreak COVID-19 pandemic.