Exploring the Synergy Between English Language Teaching and Design Thinking (Journal Article)

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Abstract: English language teaching (ELT) was disrupted by digital platforms during the COVID-19 epidemic. A real-world learning environment for language acquisition is provided by Canva, an experience management system. A collaborative platform called Canva offers tools, business letters, proposals, reports, resumes, and presentations. The paper aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020’s goals for lifelong learning and high-quality education as well as SDG-4’s recommendations for sustainable development. There are changes in the teaching and learning process. In the ELT Classes, Canva is used as a digital teaching tool. The study was a pilot study carried out in an Odisha state private university, and the results are presented in this paper. Students may drag and drop templates, video clips, audios, photos, game presentations, animations, graphics, and other Canva features to learn English while having fun. The challenges of language learning can be addressed through digital solutions. This study aims to use these platforms as pedagogical aids for language acquisition. Additionally, it intends to offer a framework for creating innovative, interactive, and engaging classes that will help learners improve their language proficiency and self-confidence