Creencias sobre el aprendizaje de una lengua extranjera en el contexto universitario

This research intends to analyze the strategies and beliefs through the Strategy Inventory for Language Learning (SILL) and the Beliefs About Language Learning Inventory (BALLI), respectively, and examine the correlations between both instruments with a sample of 303 university students. This corresponds to a descriptive correlational study carried out under a transactional design. The Mann-Whitney U test was used to find gender-related differences and the Spearman's Correlation Test to find correlation between both SILL and BALLI. Results indicated that the category of ‘social strategies’ is used more often and gender differences in ‘memory strategies’ were also identified.

The aim of this review is to provide a synthesis of empirical evidence regarding the utilization and influence of Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) in teaching and learning of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) within higher education establishments. The results show the considerable potential of MALL in enhancing various facets of language acquisition, such as vocabulary growth, grammatical aptitude, listening and speaking proficiency, and writing competence. Notably, the review highlights MALL’s capacity to promote learner’s motivation, engagement, and autonomy, enabling personalized and interactive learning experiences that transcend traditional classroom limitations. Nonetheless, the review also reveals the intricate challenges entailed in integrating MALL, including technical barriers, pedagogical concerns, the imperative for comprehensive teacher training, student readiness, and the need for institutional support. It is essential to address these complex challenges through a balanced and collaborative approach to fully leverage the transformative potential of mobile technologies in EFL education. The findings emphasize the necessity for ongoing research, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration to further investigate the developing domain of MALL. Through the utilization of these discoveries, stakeholders can develop customized MALL interventions that address the distinct requirements and circumstances of higher education institutions, ultimately promoting language proficiency, digital literacy, and lifelong learning among students in the digital era.

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