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International Journal of Science Annals, Vol. 7, No. 1, 2024
рrint ISSN: 2617-2682; online ISSN: 2707-3637; DOI:10.26697/ijsa

Because the participants are from different countries, 3. Videos: Moderators occasionally posted videos,
there was a context-bound layer that was added to these prompting members to first view the pedagogical
discussions because each member showcased their own material, reflect on its content, and then share their
perspective to the issue at hand. So, for many of the opinions with others, fostering diversity and a multitude
discussed elements, mani-fold culture-infused solutions of perspectives.
were given which shows how enriching and 4. Formal Online Webinars: These took place externally
enlightening the exchanges were. on platforms like Zoom, representing the other end of
The Process of CPD-Infused WhatsApp-Based E- the spectrum from the informal WhatsApp External
Training links are frequently shared in the groups, particularly the
Both groups utilized direct messaging within WhatsApp one catering to the MENA English teacher’s
among members, which can be regarded as an informal community. These links invite users to participate in live
semi-structured online CPD session. In this setup, the formal webinars presented by professionals and teacher
moderator guided real-time discussions following trainers. The aim is to refine instructors’ skills, enabling
specific prompts containing content-related instructions them to deliver optimal learning experiences for their
and ideas to be discussed by participants, employing students.
various interactive modes. These included: Following the live sessions, recorded versions of the
1. Polls: Used to gauge participants’ understanding of a webinars are shared for those unable to attend.
given concept or to survey the extent and manner in Additionally, post-webinar meetings are scheduled to
which a certain teaching method is employed in their discuss the webinar's content, sharing additional
respective classes. Instructors could use the responses to resources available on the official website of the British
seek clarification, present problems, or share their Embassy. This method effectively disseminates existing
thoughts on the subject matter. knowledge from the website to other e-platforms,
2. Emojis: Moderately employed to express reactions as maximizing outreach.
requested by the moderator. For example, members A CPD-oriented web-based practical system based on
clicked to indicate agreement with a statement or to six elements, namely e-platforms, e-meetings,
signal understanding of an instruction. archiving, certification, website and the organization
that orchestrates the whole process, is shown in
Figure 2.
Figure 2
CPD-Oriented Web-Based Practical System

One notable example is the provision of online free Overall, group admins supervise, organize, and moderate
training courses (as seen in Figure 2), open to any these online meetings by posting a variety of audio-visual
educator looking to enhance their competencies at their materials, reminders, and follow-up messages. These
own pace. Participants receive certification upon efforts serve to encourage further participation and
completing the e-training. Each session concludes with a ensure fruitful exchanges, efficient communication, and
call to action for teachers and a brief summary of the key resource-sharing during these instructive sessions.
elements discussed, ensuring that members retain crucial
information from the meeting.
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