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Mahdi Zalani; Nouroddin Yousofi – Smart Learning Environments, 2024
This study examined the influence of using Instagram on EFL learners' critical thinking in language institutes. The participants were 98 students (40 males and 58 females) studying English at three branches of a language institute in Iran who were 20-24 years old and shared the same L1 which was Persian. They were selected through purposive…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Critical Thinking, Social Media
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Raffaele Di Fuccio; Joanna Kic-Drgas; Joanna Wozniak – Smart Learning Environments, 2024
This paper addresses the limited exploration of the impact of virtual and augmented reality on the learning process, particularly within the context of foreign language learning among young learners. Motivated by this research gap, the EULALIA, conducted from 2019 to 2023 (2019-1-IT02-KA203-063228), sought to evaluate the efficacy of integrating…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Computer Oriented Programs, Second Language Learning, Cultural Awareness
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Kaplan-Rakowski, Regina; Gruber, Alice – Smart Learning Environments, 2023
Public speaking, especially in a foreign language, is associated with increased anxiety. Research has shown the potential of virtual reality (VR) for simulating real-life experiences, allowing for public speaking practice in an ecological and safe environment. This between-subjects study investigated the effect of VR on foreign language anxiety…
Descriptors: Anxiety, Videoconferencing, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction
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Çelik, Ferdi; Yangin Ersanli, Ceylan – Smart Learning Environments, 2022
The advancement of technology has provided new avenues for English language teachers to assist students in improving their language learning processes. Augmented reality is an emerging technology that can implement virtual objects into the physical learning environment. This quantitative study aimed to determine the impact of employing augmented…
Descriptors: Content and Language Integrated Learning, Teaching Methods, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning