Students’ Perceptions of Duolingo Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) in Learning English Vocabulary

Abstract

This study aimed to find out the students’ perceptions of Duolingo Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) in learning English vocabulary. This study involved 32 seventh-grade students from SMPN 1 Pangkajene during the academic year 2022/2023. Descriptive quantitative was used to carry out the study. This study's data was analyzed using quantitative data from a questionnaire. The questionnaire consisted of 30 closed-ended questions. The study found that the Duolingo application positively impacted students' language learning, particularly in acquiring new vocabulary. Students are becoming more enthusiastic to learn and are practicing and using their language skills in everyday circumstances. Furthermore, after using the Duolingo app, students' vocabulary and ability to recall it rapidly improve, as do structure and pronunciation, making it easier for students to improve their English language acquisition. Students found the app easy, helpful, and enjoyable for their English language learning practice. They prefer it over traditional book-based homework due to its convenience, accessibility in various formats, especially mobile, and gamification. The application’s success is attributed to its varied prompts skill-interleaving lessons gamification aspects and diverse lesson content perceived by the students.

Factors affecting Thai EFL students’ behavioral intentions toward mobile-assisted language learning

“…In the field of English as a second/foreign language (ESL & EFL), there has been a growing focus on integrating information technology into language learning and teaching. Many researchers have increasingly focused on investigating the integration of various language apps (such as Duolingo, Hellotalk, and WhatsApp) into English learning and teaching (Ahmed et al, 2022;Sadeghi and Chalak, 2023;Sakkir and Syamsuddin, 2023). Recently, a surge in the number of studies conducted has consistently highlighted the significant efficacy of MALL as an effective tool for language learners.…”