Peggy Huang presented on using mobile devices to enhance English speaking self-confidence in students. The presentation discussed how mobile learning (m-learning) is focused on in language learning research and the purpose was to investigate the impact of m-learning on speaking skills and students' reception of using mobile phones for English learning. An literature review covered definitions of m-learning and research showing benefits like increased access, engagement, and collaboration as well as students taking an active role in the learning process. The research questions asked about the effect of mobile learning on speaking ability and students' perceptions of using mobile phones for learning. The methodology section discussed participants, instruments like video recordings and surveys, and procedures.

1. Presenter: Peggy Huang
Instructor: Dr. Kate Chen
Date: 104.6.8
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Using a Mobile-Device to Enhance
Students’ Self-confidence in
English Speaking

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CONTENT
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LOGO
Introduction
◎ Background of the study
◎ Purpose of the study
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E-Learning:
Electronic learning
M-Learning
Mobile Learning
U-Learning
Ubiquitous Learning

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Background
Introduction
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The development and manipulation
of mobile devices in the study of
language learning is the focus of
attention in the last few years.

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Purpose of the study
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To investigate the impact of
m-learning on EFL learners’ language
speaking skill and also explore the
reception of using mobile phones as a
learning tool in English learning.
Introduction

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Literature review
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Literature
review

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M-learning
(Traxler, 2005)
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Literature
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Mobile learning can be defined as “
any educational provision where the
sole or dominant technologies are
handheld or palmtop devices”.

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M-learning in Education
Literature
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The high penetration rate of mobile
devices and high popularity among the
youth lend mobile communication
superior advantages when approaching
young students.
(International Telecommunication Union,
2002)
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M-learning in Education
Literature
review
The impact of using mobile communication
technologies in learning environment has been
examined and concluded as:
enhancing availability and accessibility of
information networks
engaging students in learning-related
activities in diverse physical locations
enhancing communication and
collaborative learning in the classroom
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M-learning in Education
Literature
review
As the mobile learning concept implies, the
pedagogical approach places the student at
the center of the learning process. The
learners plays an active role from
determination of the goals until the evaluation
stage.
(Makoe, 2010)
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M-learning in Education: learns
Literature
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Learner’s roles are given below:
(Fezile, 2011)
Access information when they need
Responsible for own learning
Learning with their learning speed
Discover and use their learning styles
Study with their peers collaboratively
Evaluation themselves and other groups
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M-learning in Education: teachers
Literature
review
Teacher Role
(Fezile, 2011)
Lectures Television Social Media Mobile
Technologies
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The trends of M-learning
Literature
review
The advancement of computing and
communication technologies have promoted
the learning paradigms from conventional
learning to e-learning, from e-learning to
m-learning and now it’s evolving to ubiquitous
learning (u-learning).
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Research questions
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Does Mobile learning have any effect
on speaking ability of EFL learners?
What’s the perception of EFL learners
toward using mobile phones as a
learning tool?

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Methodology
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Methodology
Participants
Methodology
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Instruments
Methodology
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In-class prompt speech video recordings
After-class non-prompt speech video recordings
Process reports
Surveys / interviews

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Procedure
Methodology
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Procedure

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