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Masoud Rahimi; Jalil Fathi – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2024
The present study adopted a sequential explanatory mixed-methods approach to explore the impact of e-tandem on English as a foreign language (EFL) learners' speaking skills (i.e. speaking fluency and coherence, lexicon, grammatical range and accuracy, and pronunciation) and willingness to communicate (WTC). To this end, two classes at a language…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Oral Language, Interpersonal Communication
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Ke Li; Mark Peterson; Qiao Wang – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2024
This study applies Activity Theory to describe and analyze an out-of-school project in which eight Chinese university students utilized a massively multiplayer online game (MMOG) to learn English. Based on data collected through questionnaires, gaming journals, gaming recordings and interviews, thematic analysis was performed to identify the…
Descriptors: Informal Education, Second Language Learning, Video Games, College Students
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Tzu-Yu Tai – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2024
Intelligent personal assistants (IPAs) are a valuable tool in language learning because they provide opportunities for authentic interaction. However, their effectiveness, compared with that of human interlocutors, in facilitating second and foreign language interaction has not been explored. Therefore, this study investigated the effect of IPAs…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning
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Marta Gràcia; Jesús M. Alvarado; Fàtima Vega; Maria Josep Jarque; Pamela Castillo; Ana Luisa Adam-Alcocer – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2025
Digital tools can guide and support teachers in professional development programmes. The aim of this study was four-fold: (1) to explore changes introduced in classroom methodology by secondary school teachers during their participation in a professional development programme, using the digital tool EVALOE-DSS, based on conversational methodology;…
Descriptors: Oral Language, Faculty Development, Language Teachers, Second Language Instruction
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Yi-chen Chen – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2024
Public speaking is considered the most anxiety-provoking speaking activity for English as a foreign language (EFL) learner. While traditional lecture-based classrooms hinder EFL learners' constant practice and frequent interaction due to large class sizes and limited time, recent developments in technology, including Artificial Intelligence (AI),…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Teaching Methods, Oral Language, Second Language Learning
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Marwa F. Hafour – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2024
Owing to the plethora of user-friendly audio/video creation and editing applications as well as free full-featured hosting platforms, videoing and sharing has become a lifestyle of today's students. Utilizing these spontaneous practices, the current study examined the effects of digital media assignments (DMAs) and accompanying asynchronous…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Video Technology