Parental Perception and English Language Learners’ Mobile Assisted Language Learning

• In Event: CLT - English Language Learners

Short Description

With the increased use of mobile devices with today’s students, the importance of research on Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) is intensifying; however, the majority of research is focused on integrating mobile devices into specific language skills. Few studies investigated the cultural awareness in students’ mobile language learning, especially English Language Learners (ELLs). This study explored parents’ perceptions in developing ELLs’ funds of knowledge within their household with regards to the students’ mobile language learning.

Authors

• Yan Chen, Northern Illinois University

• Pi-Sui Hsu, Northern Illinois University