Volume 29 Number 1 - Language Learning and Technology

Articles

Research Syntheses

What does AI bring to second language writing? A systematic review (2014-2024)

Haiying Feng, Kexin Li & Lawrence Jun Zhang

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies has introduced both opportunities and challenges to second language (L2) writing, and …

May 19

A systematic review of research on AI in language education: Current status and future implications

Meina Zhu & Chaoran Wang

Given the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for language education, this article provides a review of selected empirical …

Jan 27

Comprehensibility of AI-generated and human simplified texts for L2 learners

Dennis Murphy Odo

There is currently limited investigation of readers’ comprehension of AI simplified text from the perspective of educators, but such research …

May 5

Attention and learning in L2 multimodality: A webcam-based eye-tracking study

Pengchong Zhang & Shi Zhang

Multimodal input can significantly support second language (L2) vocabulary learning and comprehension. However, very little research has examined how L2 …

Apr 21

First- and second-language subtitles and cognitive load: An EEG study

Taegang Lee, Yoohyoung Lee & Sungmook Choi

Empirical evidence remains sparse about how videos enhanced with first-language (L1) and secondlanguage (L2) subtitles influence cognitive load in L2 …

Apr 7

Fostering intercultural sensitivity in language learning: Quality talk in telecollaboration

Huey-Jye You, Hui-Chin Yeh & Grace Yue Qi

Telecollaboration has received growing interest in language education as a way of fostering intercultural learning. While the body of literature …

Mar 24

Computer-assisted pronunciation training for foreign language learning of grammatical features

Elsayed Issa & Gus Hahn-Powell

This study investigates the effectiveness of a computer-assisted pronunciation training (CAPT) system on second language learners’ acquisition of three grammatical …

Mar 11

Memes and identity in language teacher education

Boris Vazquez-Calvo, Alba Paz-López & Sergio Rey-Godoy

Memes are a popular form of digitally mediated discourse that allow users to express thoughts and emotions, often leaving identity …

Feb 24

Effects of digital game elements on engagement and vocabulary development

Ruofei Zhang, Gary Cheng & Di Zou

Digital game-based vocabulary learning (DGBVL) integrates key game elements such as Challenges, Rewards, Human-Computer Interactions (HCI), Multimedia, and Fantasy. Although …

Feb 10

Does comprehension of L2 television programs improve through regular classroom viewing?

Geòrgia Pujadas & Stuart Webb

This study investigated second language (L2) comprehension across nine episodes of the same TV series and explored whether comprehension improves …

Jan 13

Language teachers’ professional role identities and classroom technology integration

Chun Lai, Boning Lyu, Lianjiang Jiang & Yang Gong

Teachers’ role identities shape their teaching practices. However, research on the interplay between language teachers’ role identities and classroom technology …

Jan 9

Columns

Technology in Practice

Edited by Matt Kessler

Educational escape rooms for French grammar: A technology-in-practice approach

Hengzhi Hu, Kehan Du, Haida Umiera Hashim & Harwati Hashim

Teaching grammar in foreign language education has long posed challenges. While technology-assisted learning tools, such as educational escape rooms (EERs), …

Jun 2

Language Teacher Education and Technology Forum

Edited by Mimi Li

The potential advantages of using an LLM-based chatbot for automated writing evaluation for English teaching practitioners

Kyungmin Kim, Jang Ho Lee & Dongkwang Shin

With the ever-increasing demand for assessing large amounts of student writing, Automated Writing Evaluation (AWE) has emerged as an efficient …

May 5

Integrating chatbot technology in language teacher education: A TPACK-based analysis of pre-service teachers’ professional development

Lee Jin Choi, Rakhun Kim & Sun Joo Chung

As many EFL countries introduce digital textbooks and AI-based language education, the importance of enhancing pre-service language teachers’ Technological Pedagogical …

Feb 24