M-learning Mode in Foreign Language Teaching and Learning

DOI

10.2991/icemit-15.2015.165How to use a DOI?

Keywords

M-learning;mobile technology; language teaching and learning; learners

Abstract

M-learning, short for mobile learning, is a brand new form of learning, which means to gain learning information and education resources as well as education service with the aid of wireless mobile communication technology and equipment. M-learning is the binding product of education and modern information technology, and considered as a new variant of distance education. This learning mode must be closely related with foreign language learning, since language teaching and learning always combines with modern information technology simultaneously. This article explains the basic concepts of M-learning, and the theoretical basis and significance of M-learning application into foreign language learning. Strategies available in different stages for M-learning are also presented. With the basis of a lot of study in foreign countries, this article also points out it needs foreign language educators’ active and effective participation in terms of research and discussion of M-learning in foreign language teaching and learning.English teachers play an important role in inspiring learners’ enthusiasm in the process of M-learning. English learners’ persistence in M-learning is also crucial. Developing the habit of learning with mobile tools will bring a lot of benefit for one’s lifelong learning.

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© 2015, the Authors. Published by Atlantis Press.

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This is an open access article distributed under the CC BY-NC license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/).

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AU  - Bo Fu
AU  - Yinqiu Song
AU  - Jingwei Zhang
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TI  - M-learning Mode in Foreign Language Teaching and Learning
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Education, Management and Information Technology
PB  - Atlantis Press
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SN  - 2352-5398
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