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Publication Date: 2021-Sep
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Integrating Technology into ESL Adult Learning in an Academically-Oriented Learning Environment
Alhamed, Nehaya
Journal of Instructional Pedagogies, v26 Sep 2021
English, as a language, has become a common way of communication across the globe, resulting in a need for many to read and understand the language. As various countries have opened up to foreigners who seek to do business, study, or live in non-English-speaking countries, the need for having a common language has led to the establishment of English across the world. Over the years, non-native English-speaking countries have developed curriculums for their citizens, especially adults to enable them to teach themselves English. However, the courses have been rather expensive to undertake, leaving the underprivileged looking for alternatives. This paper seeks to look into the issue of accessibility by introducing the benefits of technology in learning English as a Second Language (ESL) and discussing how it has revolutionised teaching in non-native speaking countries. More specifically, this paper will look at Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) and its importance towards teaching ESL. Additionally, it will highlight the importance of technology towards teaching students ESL through software and websites, as well as shed light towards some of the negative aspects of technology integration in ESL adult learning.
Descriptors: Technology Integration, Computer Assisted Instruction, Web Based Instruction, Adult Students, Foreign Students, Adult Learning, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Foreign Countries, Translation
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Education Level: Adult Education
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Identifiers - Location: Saudi Arabia
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