E-Learning Apps for English Proficiency- A Prototype from Gujarat

• Published in: Journal of Engineering Education Transformations Vol. 38; no. IS2; pp. 548 - 555
• Main Authors: Guduru, Haritha, Raiyani, Ashwin
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 12.05.2025
• ISSN: 2349-2473; 2394-1707
• DOI: 10.16920/jeet/2025/v38is2/25080

The National Education Policy (NEP),2020 of India emphasizes affordable technology and innovative tools to address the country's educational challenges. E-learning apps have emerged as essential tools for improving educational access and learning outcomes, particularly for English proficiency, which is critical for academic and professional success. The study explores the specific challenges in Gujarat region, where preference for regional language often hinders acquisition of English language education. In response to the growing demand for English proficiency to secure career opportunities, students increasingly rely on e-learning apps during their graduation programme. There is limited research on the effectiveness and engagement levels of these apps within Gujarat's educational context. The study aims to:1) Identify the specific English language learning needs of students at a private university in Gujarat.2) Develop a prototype app tailored to these needs using the design thinking approach, which includes stages such as needs assessment, design and development, pilot testing, feedback incorporation, and final evaluation. The research involved collaboration with students, faculty, and stakeholders to ensure the app's relevance and effectiveness. Findings revealed that the prototype app significantly enhanced English language proficiency, addressing the educational and linguistic context of Gujarat. The study demonstrates the potential of a structured design thinking approach to create impactful e-learning solutions.