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Language Acquisition
Educational Technology
Classroom Interaction
Digital Tools, E-learning
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Abstract
Nowadays there is considerable debate regarding the integration of technology in language learning classrooms. It is widely acknowledged that digital tools and resources have transformed the way languages are taught and learned. This implies that both traditional and modern approaches to language instruction must be re-evaluated in light of technological advancements. Researchers suggest that technology-enhanced language learning, regardless of the target language, follows new paradigms that differ significantly from conventional methods.
The purpose of the study is to highlight the main concepts of English language learning through technology integration in the classroom. The objectives are to examine the challenges of teaching English as a foreign language using technology, to investigate current trends in technology-assisted language teaching, to explore various digital tools and applications used in the classroom for teaching English as a foreign language, and to analyze the impact of technology on classroom interaction and student engagement.
The methodology includes a comprehensive literature review related to technology integration in language learning, methods of analysis, classification, and comparative analysis of different technological approaches.
The most important results include understanding how digital natives acquire language skills through technology, the fundamentals of technology-enhanced language teaching, comparisons of various digital tools and platforms, examination of theories such as connectivism, multimodal learning, and different types of interaction facilitated by educational technology.
It is concluded that it is essential to make EFL learning engaging, interactive, and relevant to the digital age. The most effective way to achieve this is to incorporate technology meaningfully into classroom instruction. When technology is used for educational purposes in a classroom setting and is accepted as valuable and effective, teachers can begin to implement various digital tools strategically. Technology for teaching EFL has numerous advantages in addition to facilitating language skill development.
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