Exploiting Smartphones and Apps for Language Learning: A Case Study with The EFL Learners in a Bangladeshi University

Hossain, Mozaffor

doi:10.4172/2315-7844.1000241

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“…They have smartphones and have access to internet and they use their phones to learn English. This is similar to Hossain's (2018) findings with regard to university EFL students in Bangladesh. The author found that 90% of the students owned smartphones and that about 83% of them used smartphone applications to learning English.…”

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Saudi EFL Learners’ Perceptions of the Benefits of ICT Integration into English Learning

Gamlo¹

2019

SELT

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<p><em>This study focuses on exploring the benefits perceived by Saudi English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students of integrating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into English learning and teaching. It also aims to determine their use of ICT and their attitudes to its use in learning and teaching. Data were collected through a questionnaire survey from 120 female preparatory year students studying at an English Language Institute (ELI) at a University in Saudi Arabia. The quantitative data obtained were analysed through statistical descriptive analysis. The findings of the study reveal positive attitudes among students on the use of ICT in English learning and teaching. The majority of the students used ICT to access English learning resources to learn English. Students also perceived ICT as a useful tool that could be used to access authentic materials. In addition, students strongly agreed that ICT can improve their English learning and helps increase learning autonomy. The findings of the study were discussed and compared with the findings of related literature. This study provides valuable insights on how students perceive ICT as a tool of learning and teaching that can help provide a better English learning experience. Moreover, this study contributes to the research area of ICT use in EFL learning in the Arab higher education context. </em></p>

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Saudi EFL Learners’ Perceptions of the Benefits of ICT Integration into English Learning

Gamlo¹

2019

SELT

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“…EFL learners can actually practice all the language systems and skills by choosing the appropriate application. Hossain (2018) mentions the following benefits students can experience with English language learning apps: practice any item of the language anytime anywhere; the smartphones and the apps are portable; the learners don't have to carry books, pen and paper; they can take tests on the different skills of the target language; they can share their proficiency with their friends through the same device; they can practice the four skills of the target language on the same device; on the apps, they can have lessons and tips on the different skills; they can have knowledge and fun together; they can be technologically advanced and linguistically benefited simultaneously; they can get the apps for free; apps can accompany them 24/7 like an expert teacher on the target language.…”

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EFL Learners’ Perspectives on the use of Smartphones in Higher Education Settings in Slovakia

Metruk¹

2021

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MALL (Mobile assisted language learning) affords new opportunities for EFL (English as a foreign language) learners and teachers. Research on MALL is still in its infancy in Slovakia, and this paper attempts to fill in this gap by examining students’ perception and attitudes towards the use of smartphones for the purposes of learning and practicing English. The target population of this study constituted of the Slovak university EFL learners whose major was Teacher Training of English Language and Literature (n = 77) at a Slovak university. The research method employed to achieve the objectives of this study was a 5‑point Likert scale questionnaire, comprising of two sets of statements: general and out‑of‑the‑classroom statements with a total of 29 items. The research results for both sets of statements imply that the participants display moderately positive attitudes towards smartphones in the context of EFL learning. However, the findings also reveal some issues surrounding the perception and potential use of smartphones such as the inability to plan students’ language learning appropriately and effectively, general underuse of smartphone apps, or problems related to practicing speaking skills. The results further suggest the immediate need to develop and enhance the awareness of smartphones and their potential in the process of teaching and learning English so that the EFL learners can utilize considerable opportunities these smart devices offer. Finally, the limitations of this study are recognized, and it is emphasized that conducting further research in this area is urgently needed.

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“…International Journal of English Language Education ISSN 2325-0887 2019 and instructors. There are many free language learning applications, made available for users in Google stores (Hossain, 2018). Nushi and Iqbali"s (2018) review of the free application 50Languages suggested that, regardless of its shortcomings, it was capable of offering effective support for a second language learning and thus assisting learners to acquire the target language in a short period of time.…”

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“…In addition, Gafni et al (2017:313) found that students can be distracted when receiving calls and SMS notifications on their mobiles. However, many studies have demonstrated that learning applications for mobile phones can result in the classroom becoming a pleasant and productive experience (Alshammari et al, 2017;Ariffin & Idris, 2016;Gafni et al, 2017;Hossain, 2018;Nushi & Eqbali, 2018;Rajayi et al, 2018;Suwantarathip & Orawiwatnakul, 2015).…”

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The Benefits of Integrating the Learn English Grammar Application into the Saudi EFL Pre-Intermediate Preparatory Year Classroom

Gamlo¹

2019

IJELE

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This study examines the benefits of using the mobile application Learn English Grammar for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) with students attending King Abdul Aziz University in Saudi Arabia. The participants consisted of fifty-two female pre-intermediate level students in the foundation year program, with twenty-seven assigned to the experimental group and twenty-five forming the control. Both groups undertook a pre-test to ensure an equal level of skill and a post-test to establish any statistically significant differences in their grammatical attainment. The findings revealed a significant difference at p=0.006 in favor of the experimental group. The students completed a questionnaire, which revealed a positive attitude towards the application, while the teacher’s reflective notes indicated that it created an exciting and motivating learning environment. This study contributes to the area of mobile learning in EFL classrooms by highlighting the importance of mobile applications for both improving the classroom environment and facilitating students’ language acquisition.

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Exploiting Smartphones and Apps for Language Learning: A Case Study with The EFL Learners in a Bangladeshi University

Cited by 15 publications

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Saudi EFL Learners’ Perceptions of the Benefits of ICT Integration into English Learning

Saudi EFL Learners’ Perceptions of the Benefits of ICT Integration into English Learning

EFL Learners’ Perspectives on the use of Smartphones in Higher Education Settings in Slovakia

The Benefits of Integrating the Learn English Grammar Application into the Saudi EFL Pre-Intermediate Preparatory Year Classroom

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