scholarly journals Using Artificial Intelligence in Learning English as a Foreign Language: an Examination of IELTS LIULISHUO as an Online Platform

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruolin Li
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Supply And Demand ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
English Learning ◽  
Online Platform ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Learning English

EFL (English as a foreign language) learners seem destined to make errors and continuously need to test their changing language levels. However, the unbalance between supply and demand always exists in the process of learning English. Teachers sometimes are also tired of doing repetitive jobs to correct the same mistakes of nonnative speakers. Therefore, many researchers tend to improve the efficiency of learning and teaching processes by using computer-assisted instruction. Specifically, artificial intelligence software is an unstoppable trend to solve this problem. This study aims to find which characteristics in IELTS Liulishuo (an artificial English-learning app to improve IELTS performance) are following the elements of computer-assisted language learning (CALL) pedagogy (Chapelle, 2003). Meanwhile, it will also be evaluated under the mobile-assisted language learning (MALL) principles and some concepts of AI-powered foreign language software, as was put forward by Stockwell (2013) and Pokrivcakova (2019). The results showed that IELTS Liulishuo has affordability to be used as an online platform for foreign English learning. More importantly, it shed some light on CALL pedagogy and the design of artificial applications of foreign language learning.

scholarly journals FACTORS AFFECTING MOTIVATION OF ENGLISH-MAJORED STUDENTS TOWARDS LEARNING ENGLISH AT A UNIVERSITY IN THE MEKONG DELTA, VIETNAM

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Thi Bao Dung Dang ◽  
Van Lanh Le ◽  
Tuong Vy Ha
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Mekong Delta ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
English Learning ◽  
Personal Factors ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Study Process ◽  
Learning English

It could be broadly accepted that motivation plays its fundamental role as one of the most important elements in foreign language learning. The present research investigated factors affecting motivation in learning English of freshmen at Tay Do University. The participants were 84 freshmen studying in Faculty of Linguistics and Literature. In the study process, these participants were given questionnaires which consisted of several statements related to the mentioned factors and the interview to get information. The collected data from the two instruments mentioned above were all analyzed afterward. The current study showed that there were elements that motivate freshmen towards English learning. Parental, environmental, teacher’s and intrinsic (personal) factors were examined. It is hoped that this research can be helpful for not only students but also teachers in learning and teaching English. <p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0894/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

scholarly journals Grammatical mistakes of Albanian students in learning English as a foreign language

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (S3) ◽  
pp. 814-822
Author(s):  
Isa Spahiu ◽  
Naim Kryeziu
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Mother Tongue ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
English Grammar ◽  
Efl Students ◽  
The Right ◽  
Learning English

Making mistakes is an unavoidable element of learning and teaching a foreign language. Because there are virtually always exceptions to the "rules," English can be tough to master. This study focuses on the most prevalent grammatical errors made by Albanian students during the EFL (English as a foreign language) learning process, as well as the sources of these errors, in order to consider them while teaching English grammar. The purpose of this study is to find out to what extent Albanian EFL students to be successful in the use of prepositions, and how much impact their mother tongue has on their errors. Being aware of such mistakes in teaching and learning English grammar for communicative purpose may help the teacher in choosing the right teaching option that would pose fewer difficulties and problems to their learners and therefore, enhance students learning of English grammar. In this study, the terms error and mistake are used interchangeably to refer to the generation of incorrect forms in learners' linguistic output. It has been highlighted that the effect of the learners' native language is responsible for many of the errors. 

scholarly journals Differences in Motivation to Learning English among Saudi University Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 63
Author(s):  
Ayman Sabry Daif-Allah ◽  
Fahad Hamad Aljumah
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
University Students ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Important Variable ◽  
English Learning ◽  
Efl Learners ◽  
Arabic Speaking ◽  
Saudi Male ◽  
Learning English

This paper analyzes and determines the various orientations of 247 Saudi male and female university students for learning English. The descriptive and correlational approaches were used to investigate the participants&rsquo; motivations. The researchers adapted questionnaires available from the literature to quantitatively collect data. The results show that university students are highly motivated to learning English and therefore, it suggests that motivation is an important variable that shapes learners&#39; idea about foreign language learning. The results also show that students of different gender and majors had different perspectives about English learning. The conclusions, and recommendations of the present study provide platform for future investigations into EFL learners&rsquo; motivation in other areas of Saudi Arabia or in similar settings in Arabic speaking countries to find out differences in students&#39; orientations.

scholarly journals Preparing teachers for the application of AI-powered technologies in foreign language education

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 135-153 ◽  
Author(s):  
Silvia Pokrivcakova
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Language Processing ◽  
Adaptive Learning ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Language Education ◽  
Foreign Language Education ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Wide Range

Abstract As any other area of human lives, current state of foreign language education has been greatly influenced by the latest developments in the modern information communication technologies. The paper focuses specifically on the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI), which includes a wide range of technologies and methods, such as machine learning, adaptive learning, natural language processing, data mining, crowdsourcing, neural networks or an algorithm, into foreign language learning and teaching. First, the paper is concerned with changes brought to foreign language education specifically through the application of AI-powered tools and discusses ICALL (intelligent computer assisted language learning) as a subset of CALL. Second, it summarizes eight types of AI-powered tools for foreign language education and related results of the existing research, however scarce it is. Third, it discusses the frame for effective preparation of foreign language teachers in order to integrate AI-powered tools into their teaching to make it easier, less time-consuming and more effective. The author argues for reconsideration of the existing frames of requirements for CALL teachers.

scholarly journals The Application of Computer Technology in Mongolian College English Teaching

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (02) ◽  
pp. 52
Author(s):  
Xiaojun Zhao
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Cultural Development ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
Multimedia Technology ◽  
English Learning ◽  
College English ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Bilingual Teaching ◽  
Assisted Instruction

Based on the demand of modern teaching, this paper researches the application of and problems faced by Mongolian information processing and computer multimedia technology in computer-assisted instruction. It also sets the teaching software content and learning goal and further designs the teaching software according to the English learning features and characteristics of choosing the medium of information of Mongolian college students. This software is suitable for use in learning and teaching bilingualism second language to Mongolian students, and teachers and can realize the independent code of bilingual characters, Mongolian input and output, Mongolian character handling and bilingual inter-translation functions. Manufacture and development of bilingual teaching software facilitates the enthusiasm of Mongolian college students to learn English, improve the language learning environment and plays a positive facilitation role in multilanguage integration and cultural development of the Mongolian area.

The Impact of Foreign Language Learning Style on Strategies Preferences in Art Colleges

2014 ◽  
Vol 971-973 ◽  
pp. 2677-2680
Author(s):  
Di Jiao
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Learning Style ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
English Learning ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

Factors affecting students’ English learning performances are always debated among language researchers. This research is carried out in art colleges to figure out the students’ preferences in learning styles and learning strategies as well as the relationship between them. Questionnaires have been applied and data have been dealt with by SPSS. This research has shown that students in the art college tend to be visual and individual learners, and thus they prefer to adopt metacognitive, memory and affective strategies.

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