A Review of Emerging Technologies: Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL)

Authors

  • Atef Odeh AbuSa'aleek Department of English language and Translation, Unaizah Community College, Qassim University Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Keywords:

Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL), effective learning, modern communication devices

Abstract

Mobile is a significant tool that supports and integrates effectively in enhancing the language skills due to its features such as accessibility, interactivity, immediacy, permanency, situating of instructional activities. This paper investigates the phenomenon and the impact of Mobile Assisted Language Learning on English language skills. It also explores the salient features and drawbacks of Mobile Assisted Language Learning. In addition, it tries to shed light on the current perspectives and the future of Mobile Assisted Language Learning. The study found that mobile devices are finding their way into classrooms in children’s pockets, and we must ensure that educational practice can include these technologies in productive ways. The study recommends that studies on the impact of Mobile on English language skills and get its maximum benefits for English language learning and teaching.

 

Author Biography

Atef Odeh AbuSa'aleek, Department of English language and Translation, Unaizah Community College, Qassim University Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Atef Odeh AbuSa'aleek is an Assistant Professor, Department of English language and Translation, Unaizah Community College, Qassim University; his main research interest is Computer assisted language learning CALL and its application in EFL teaching and learning

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2014-12-15

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AbuSa’aleek, A. O. (2014). A Review of Emerging Technologies: Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL). Asian Journal of Education and E-Learning, 2(6). Retrieved from https://ajouronline.com/index.php/AJEEL/article/view/1995

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