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A Systematic Review Examining the Efficacy of Commercially Available Foreign Language Learning Mobile Apps
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Jodi M. Tommerdahl; Chrystal Sapphire Dragonflame; Amanda A. Olsen – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2024
A systematic review examining the efficacy of commercially available foreign language-learning apps (FLL) was completed. A database search of ERIC, PsychINFO, and LearnTechLib produced 1,786 journal articles. After applying specific inclusion and exclusion criteria based on Burston's seminal study (2015) requiring a minimum number of 10…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Teaching Methods, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction
Digital Simulation Games in CALL: A Research Review
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Peterson, Mark – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2023
This paper reviews the literature on the use of digital simulation games in computer-assisted language learning (CALL). The discussion explores research approaches, contexts, methodologies, findings, trends and issues in peer-reviewed research that has investigated the use of this type of digital game over the period 2005 to 2020. Results showed…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Teaching Methods, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction
The Impact of Mobile Application Features on Children's Language and Literacy Learning: A Systematic Review
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Booton, Sophie A.; Hodgkiss, Alex; Murphy, Victoria A. – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2023
Mobile touchscreen applications present new opportunities for children's language learning. This systematic review synthesizes the evidence on the impact of features of mobile applications on children's language learning. Experimental studies published from 2010 onwards with children aged 3 to 11 years old were included. Of the 1,081 studies…
Descriptors: Telecommunications, Handheld Devices, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning
Using Gamification to Support Learning English as a Second Language: A Systematic Review
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Dehghanzadeh, Hojjat; Fardanesh, Hashem; Hatami, Javad; Talaee, Ebrahim; Noroozi, Omid – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2021
Digital gamification has been argued to be a fun and enjoyable method to support Learning English as a Second Language (LESL) and to ease the gap between students' learning and educational practice. This systematic review presents an overview of the state of the art on the use of gamification for LESL in digital environments. Furthermore, this…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, English (Second Language), Game Based Learning
Digital Game-Based Vocabulary Learning: Where Are We and Where Are We Going?
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Zou, Di; Huang, Yan; Xie, Haoran – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2021
Given the importance of word knowledge for second language acquisition, there is always a need for effective word-learning approaches from language learners. With the rapid development of educational technologies, game-based learning is emerging into a field with considerable potential, within which, digital game-based vocabulary learning has…
Descriptors: Vocabulary Development, Game Based Learning, Teaching Methods, Second Language Learning