Systematising the Field of Mobile Assisted Language Learning

Olga Viberg and Åke Grönlund
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Olga Viberg: Örebro University Business School, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden
Åke Grönlund: Örebro University Business School, Örebro University, Örebro, Sweden

International Journal of Mobile and Blended Learning (IJMBL), 2013, vol. 5, issue 4, 72-90

Abstract: This study provides a systematic review of mobile assisted language (MALL) research within the specific area of second language acquisition (SLA) during the period of 2005-2012 in terms of research approaches, theories and methods, technology, and the linguistic knowledge and skills’ results. The findings show a shift from the prevailing SMS-based language learning in 2005-2008 towards the use of more advanced multimedia and intelligent learning systems in the last years. Many highly cited studies focus on design of mobile language learning systems and experimental evaluation of their effectiveness. Studies often draw on mature pedagogic models and methods. However, descriptive and small-scale experimental studies dominate. In terms of theoretical approaches and frameworks, there is a lack of specific reference to mobile learning conceptual and theoretical models, which makes it difficult to distinguish any specific mobile learning theories from other learning theories. Research has so far paid most attention to learners’ vocabulary acquisition.

Date: 2013
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