Student Perceptions and Preferences of Technologies used for Discourse in a Foreign Language Course

• In Event: RTD - Learners' Perscpectives, Experiences, Perceptions, and Preferences in Different Environments

Short Description

This study investigated student perceptions and preferences for synchronous student discourse in a foreign language course via face-to-face, online chat in a computer lab, or online chat with student choice of device and location. Results indicated student preferences were guided by perceived technology affordances, both positive and negative, as opposed to the device or technology.

Authors

• Linda C Jones, University of Arkansas

• Cheryl Murphy

• Amalie Holland, University of Arkansas