Digital flashcard apps allow students to learn and practice foreign language vocabulary independently and efficiently, leaving more classroom time for communicative activities. However, words learned this way may be forgotten. Previous lab studies have shown that vocabulary retrieval practice can be optimized for long-term memory by employing…

Technology-enhanced vocabulary learning has gained increasing attention, yet its effectiveness remains inconclusive, with studies reporting mixed findings. Additionally, whether integrating self-regulated learning mechanism (SLM) into such type of learning can further enhance its effectiveness remains underexplored. This study examines the impact…