Abstract:
The focal point of this paper is to check the effectiveness of the teaching methods
providing a forward step in improving learners’ research methodology skills/
competencies. The study also investigates the way lecturing teachers stimulate
learners to work effectively in the research field through the appropriate methods.
The population sample of this study has been selected at the department of English
language at the University of Mohammed Seddik Benyahiya, Jijel. The research
hypothesizes that if the students are taught the subject of research methodology via
effective teaching method, their motivation to learn the subject matter will be likely to
improve. For this reason, two questionnaires were designed and designed for the
present study: One for teachers and the other for a sample of 50 third year EFL
students. In addition, a classroom observation was used to collect reliable data about
various and pertinent issues on the teaching methods used in research methodology
in EFL classrooms. The teachers’ questionnaires results showed that although
teachers lack effective implementation of the different methods of research
methodology subject, they think it is efficacious in improving the learner’s capabilities
and motivation in learning research methodology skills. The data of the students’
questionnaires showed negative attitude towards learning research methods.
