Monday, June 20
2:10-2:35 PM
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Virtual Room 2

Supporting Learners Self-Management for Self-Directed Language Learning: A Study within Duolingo

F2F Full Paper: Research Based ID: 61417
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    Zixi Li
    Indiana University Bloomington
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    Curtis Bonk
    Indiana University Bloomington

Abstract: This study investigates a unique approach to learning languages through self-directed online learning. Specifically, it explores the self-management abilities and skills learners need while learning a language outside of the classroom utilizing mobile-assisted learning technology. A mixed-methods approach was employed in this study, including an online survey of 84 people and 10 semi-structured interviews. According to the findings of this study, specific goals can lead to improved performance, and learners' learning goals can be self-initiated or technology-defined. Distractions from daily living may make time management difficult, both physically and psychologically. When learners self-direct their own learning to discover relevant human and material resources out of a single mobile assisted language learning (MALL) tool for learning, the authenticity of the resource is critical.

Presider: Joanne Beriswill, Mississippi State University

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