ERIC Number: EJ1111766
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Publication Date: 2014
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Investigating the ICT Use and Needs of "Digital Natives" in Learning English at a Taiwanese University
Ko, Chao-Jung; Thang, Siew Ming; Ou, Shu-chen
International Journal of Web-Based Learning and Teaching Technologies, v9 n2 p32-45 2014
This article reports key findings of a study which investigated the use of technology by 569 "digital natives" students for English Language learning and recreational purposes. Their views on the applicability of technological tools such as Facebook, blogging and Skype for English Language teaching and learning were also investigated. The findings showed that although the students expressed positive views with regard to the use of technologies for language learning, they seemed to use less technological tools for academic learning than for recreational purposes. Discipline differences were not a determining factor. In addition, they appeared to use similar well-established technologies rather than new and emerging technologies for both learning and recreation. Finally, they also appeared satisfied with their English instructors' teaching approaches.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Technology Uses in Education, Second Language Learning, English (Second Language), Educational Technology, Social Media, Student Attitudes, Recreational Activities, Teaching Methods, Satisfaction, Language Teachers, College Students
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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