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Dashtestani, Reza – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2016
In recent years, students have shown growing interest in mobile learning and the use of mobile devices for learning English as a foreign language (EFL). However, it appears that further research needs to be undertaken to identify students' use of mobile devices and their attitudes towards them, especially in developing countries. To achieve this…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Telecommunications, Handheld Devices, Technology Uses in Education
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Cárdenas-Claros, Mónica Stella; Gruba, Paul A. – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2014
Help options, or in-built application resources designed to provide assistance, have long been an integral component of computer-based second language (L2) listening materials. Despite their potential to promote comprehension and efficiency, research on the role of help options has lagged. Previous research has found that learners do not often…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Computer Assisted Instruction, Second Language Instruction, English (Second Language)
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Chen Hsieh, Jun Scott; Wu, Wen-Chi Vivian; Marek, Michael W. – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2017
Instruction in English is a priority around the globe, but instructional methodologies have not always kept pace with the changing needs of students. To explore the benefits of the flipped classroom model for learners of English as a Foreign Language, the researchers used flipped learning and Wen's Output-driven/Input-enabled model to design a…
Descriptors: Blended Learning, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction
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Lai, Shu-Li; Chen, Hao-Jan Howard – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2015
A number of studies have suggested the possible benefits of using concordancers in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) writing. To date, however, there is still limited understanding of how EFL writers may make use of such tools along with dictionaries when engaging in a writing task. To better understand the question, this study investigated a…
Descriptors: Dictionaries, Indexes, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning
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Atai, Mahmood Reza; Dashtestani, Reza – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2013
English for academic purposes (EAP) has established itself as a considerable part of English as a foreign language (EFL) instruction in Iranian universities. Considering the Internet as a major educational source in EAP reading courses, it is highly important that the stakeholders have positive attitudes toward it and be aware of promises and…
Descriptors: English for Academic Purposes, Stakeholders, Foreign Countries, Internet