Portable MP3 Players for Oral Comprehension of a Foreign Language

2011 ◽  
pp. 368-382 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahieddine Djoudi ◽  
Saad Harous
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Mp3 Players ◽  
Audio Files ◽  
Teaching Learning

In this chapter, we present an approach for mobile learning that aims at equipping learners by portable MP3 players. As known, the primary use of this device is to listen to music in MP3 format, but it can be adopted to be a useful tool for the service of teaching/learning of languages. This method is based on an easy to use technology that makes it possible for learners to work, at their own pace/rhythm, the oral comprehension of a foreign language. It is a question of supporting the personalization (but not only) of what audio files (short, long) each user should listen to. These files are created by the teacher and uploaded on a Web based distance-learning platform. So, these audio resources are available permanently on the server and can be downloaded by learners at any time. The proposed method is designed for a diversified population and allows the development and the maintenance of knowledge throughout the life.

scholarly journals Using M-Learning Technology in Teaching Foreign Languages: A Panacea during COVID-19 Pandemic Era

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (15) ◽  
pp. 20
Author(s):  
Elena Dolzhich ◽  
Svetlana Dmitrichenkova ◽  
Mona Kamal Ibrahim
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Foreign Languages ◽  
Learning Technology

<p class="0abstract">The higher education system around the world is being rapidly developed towards digitalization – from computers to laptops, from laptops to tablets and smartphones. Accordingly, traditional delivery of instruction is being shifted towards blended learning that is being gradually replaced with distance learning, i.e. higher education is moving forward with mobile learning (m-learning) technologies. The introduction of mobile learning became the most topical event in 2020 in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, due to which many countries had to completely move to distance learning in higher education. The purpose of the study is to analyze the prospects for the widespread use of mobile applications in teaching English as a foreign language (EFL) in Russia to Russian and Arab learners. In the course of the study, an online survey based on a questionnaire consisting of four open and closed questions was conducted. An empirical method was applied to collect the research data.  The survey was conducted at the Department of Foreign Languages of the Engineering Academy of the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (EA PFUR). The total research sample included 200 participants and consisted of: 50 potential employers, 50 Russian and Arab students of the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia studying Linguistics (training program code 035700), 50 faculty members, namely teachers of the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, the Institute of Foreign Languages of the Moscow State Pedagogical University and the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology, as well as 50 administrative staff of the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia. The purpose of the survey was to collect information about the use of mobile applications (Smartphone Apps) and the introduction of mobile learning technology (m-learning) in the process of teaching EFL to students. According to the results of the survey, instructors are actively using mobile technologies in their professional activities and all participants in the learning process are receptive to their introduction in education. At the same time, respondents believe that technical challenges are the major obstacle to the adoption of mobile applications; these problems must be overcome in order to enable more productive use of mobile applications. In this regard, the study of mobile applications that are suitable for specific aspects of learning a foreign language, such as spoken language, reading comprehension, listening or writing, can be considered a promising research area.</p>

scholarly journals Acid Test of Ghana’s Educational Institutions Operating Distance Learning Programs

2020 ◽  
pp. 10-17
Author(s):  
William K Koomson ◽  
Naa Kai Amanor-Mfoafo
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Learning Programs ◽  
Operating Distance ◽  
Acid Test

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented blow to the Ghanaian Educational System. Following the closure of all educational facilities in Ghana in March 2020, the country’s President ordered for the adoption of distance learning. This poses the question: how prepared are Ghanaian institutions to carry out distance learning using online teaching approaches? Most institutions in Ghana offering distance learning programs currently adopt the usage of the tutorial method where there is minimal or no usage of online learning technologies. This article discusses the potential usage of mobile learning by Ghanaian Educational Institutions operating distance learning programs in the wake of combating the COVID-19. It proposes a model to support the use of WhatsApp Messenger as an online tool to support distance learning programs. The proposed model is a summary comparison between a typical Learning Management System (LMS) using Jurado’s classification and the proper application of the use of WhatsApp Messenger as a mobile learning platform in a Ghanaian context.

AIM-Mobile Learning Platform to enhance the teaching-learning process using smartphones

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (5) ◽  
pp. 1753-1768 ◽  
Author(s):  
Noemí Merayo ◽  
Inés Ruíz ◽  
Jorge Debrán ◽  
Juan C. Aguado ◽  
Ignacio de Miguel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Teaching Learning

Cloud Based e-Learning Platform: An Effective Virtual Learning Environment for Higher Education Institutions

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (9) ◽  
pp. 4585-4592
Author(s):  
Nidhi Gupta ◽  
Neeraj Sharma ◽  
Sanjay Sood
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Virtual Learning Environment ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Education Standards ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Teaching Learning

The teaching-learning process, especially in higher education has always been a matter of great concern in developing countries as it makes the nation’s youth capable and is a mainstay towards its development. With the introduction of ICT, it has become even more important to change the learning methodology using the latest technologies like e-Learning, m-Learning, Cloud Computing etc., to match with the education standards of developed countries. This aim of this paper is to provide an insight about the use of e-Learning and cloud computing in HEIs. The paper also discusses the various cloud based adoption technologies used for HEIs and illustrates the comparative analysis of the web based and cloud based e-Learning system.

The Research of Rural Mobile Learning Platform Based on Android System

2013 ◽  
Vol 333-335 ◽  
pp. 2202-2205
Author(s):  
Ji Chun Zhao ◽  
Jian Xin Guo ◽  
Jing Gong ◽  
Chun Yang
Keyword(s):  
Operating System ◽  
Distance Learning ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Software Design ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Information Service ◽  
Fourth Quarter ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
Android System

Android system has become the world's most widely used phone platform, overtaking Symbian in the fourth quarter of 2010, and the software of choice for technology companies who require a low-cost, customizable, lightweight operating system for high tech devices without developing one from scratch, so it is possible used in rural distance learning. The text introduced a method of rural distance learning based on Android system, and the software design is given, the test effect is shown. The terminal users can get the information service through the Android system phone, which is suitable for rural users.

scholarly journals A Conceptual Proposal for Mobile Learning Interactive Courseware for Basic French-Malay

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 71-78
Author(s):  
Nur Aina Sakinah Mohamad Haris ◽  
Shamsul Arrieya Ariffin
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Heuristic Evaluation ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Mobile Web ◽  
Waterfall Model ◽  
Web Based System ◽  
Software Prototype

In this study, an interactive mobile learning web-based system will be developed, 'Basic French-Malay Words,' especially for the first-timer students taking French subjects in schools or universities. The development of this system is to learn the difficulties of the Malay tongue students to understand French as a foreign language using existing conventional methods. Therefore, to overcome this problem, the first objective of this research is to identify the system's criteria that will be a suitable platform to learn. Next is developing a mobile learning web-based system that will help students overcome the arising problems. The last objective is to evaluate students' and educators' satisfaction via the usability of the application. Hence, this study is intended to design and develop a mobile web-based system for students to learn French in the Malay language. The methodology used for identifying the requirements is from the literature review content analysis and interviews. The software development uses Waterfall Model, and the technique for software evaluation uses heuristic evaluation. In conclusion, the expected result will be the requirements, software prototype, and level of user satisfaction in using this mobile learning web-based system. Therefore, this article presents the conceptual proposal for this research.

scholarly journals THE IMPLEMENTATION EXPERIENCE OF STUDENTS MOBILE TRAINING IN THE FUNDAMENTALS OF LEADERSHIP AS A RESOURCE-ORIENTED FORM

2020 ◽  
Vol 78 (4) ◽  
pp. 116-131
Author(s):  
Наталія Василівна Кононец ◽  
Світлана Іванівна Нестуля
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Educational Resources ◽  
Portable Devices ◽  
Students With Special Needs ◽  
Teaching Aids ◽  
Learning Platform

In the article, the authors consider mobile learning as a form of resource-based learning of university students in the study of professionally-oriented disciplines. The advantages of mobile learning are revealed: using the latest technology in training; using lightweight, compact, portable devices in training; delivering blended, resource-oriented learning; providing a quality support for training in any format; teaching students with special needs; reducing the costs of educational support; using the new ways of educational content developing; providing the continuous targeted support for the educational process; creating a fun, exciting and comfortable learning experience. The conditions necessary for organization of mobile education in the educational environment of a modern university are described: availability of mobile devices for students and teachers; access to developed electronic educational resources (electronic textbooks and manuals, educational websites, distance learning courses); organization of feedback between the teacher and the student. On the example of the discipline "Fundamentals of Leadership" at the University of Ukoopspilks "Poltava University of Economics and Trade" (PUET), Ukraine, the authors propose ways of organizing mobile learning for distance students. The developed distance course (via distance learning platform Moodle) and the electronic manual on "Fundamentals of Leadership" for mobile devices (program Dr.Explain) are offered. The opportunities and benefits of Dr.Explain program, which allows you to create e-learning manuals for mobile learning, are demonstrated. The article states that Dr.Explain is a convenient and effective tool / aid for developing a variety of electronic educational resources, ranging from electronic lectures and manuals to complete electronic courseware package and educational Internet resources. The authors emphasize that for mobile learning, it is necessary to create electronic teaching aids in the formats supported by mobile devices.

scholarly journals EFL Learners’ Perceptions about the Use of Mobile Learning during COVID-19

2020 ◽  
Vol 55 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed Mahib Ur Rahman
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Foreign Language Learning ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Efl Learners ◽  
Efl Teachers ◽  
Teaching Learning

Mobile learning has recently emerged as a powerful and frequently used tool in the teaching-learning curriculum. Besides, it also attracted the attention of EFL teachers and learners across the globe. Its acceptance in EFL learning is mainly because of the two fundamental functions, i.e., anytime and anywhere. As a result, the pioneers and scholars who work in second or foreign language learning have largely recognized its impact and importance. Furthermore, since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the regular traditional classes have been severely affected, and teaching has been carried out by online method. As a result, mobiles and tablets have primarily been used along with other electronic gadgets. Therefore, this paper aims to examine EFL learners' perceptions about m-learning for their learning activities during COVID-19 at Qassim University, Saudi Arabia. A questionnaire has been prepared by keeping the use of the mobile device in view that can benefit Saudi EFL learners, and distributed among 50 EFL male and female students. Later, a quantitative analysis of the responses has been done by using SPSS 26. The study identified healthy and positive perceptions of m-learning. The significant findings will be valuable for the teachers and administrators concerning m-learning in language teaching.

Podcasting as Mobile Learning

2009 ◽  
pp. 705-710
Author(s):  
Kathleen P. King
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Professional Learning ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Conference Room ◽  
Extensible Markup ◽  
Scripting Language ◽  
Video Podcasting ◽  
Audio Files

The impact that e-learning has had on the workplace over the last 20 years is paramount. From video-conferencing to desktop Webinars, business has included technology and distance learning solutions in its model of human resource development. However audio and video podcasting as mobile learning stands to provide a very different dimension of distance learning. Instead of being restrained and constrained to a desktop or conference room, professional learning truly can be “anytime, anywhere.” From the office, to the gym, the shopping mall, to the beach, veteran professionals and young adults alike are exploring how to use mobile technology to improve their personal and professional learning. This article provides a background on this wave of mobile learning, including how podcasting has arisen, lessons learned, and growing trends. In addition, it examines issues that face HRIS (human resources information system), e-HRM (electronic human resource management system), individuals and professionals within mobile learning. Podcasts are digital audio files, which are hosted on the Internet and published via a special scripting language. Podcasts are usually produced in a series, so that there are more than one episode and the scripting language, XML (extensible markup language) and RSS (really simple syndication), enables updates of the series to be sent to the listener’s computer or wireless device automatically (King & Gura, 2007). This article begins with an introduction to the topic of podcasting and podcasting as mobile learning. The background section provides a detailed definition of this emergent technology and usage, while later the discussion turns to the critical issue of copyright and podcasting. Considering the forms and possibilities for professional learning through this mobile technology is a vital component of this article before we turn to the lively topic of trends in new and social media, which includes podcasting. The conclusion of the article brings us full circle as we consider how this fits together for podcasting as mobile learning.

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