Mobile-Assisted Language Learning: Ubiquitous Language Learning and an Examination of the Mobile Learning Environment

Source Title: Digital Pedagogies and the Transformation of Language Education

ISBN13: 9781799867456|ISBN10: 1799867455|EISBN13: 9781799867463

DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-6745-6.ch006

MLA

Sletten, Michael A. "Mobile-Assisted Language Learning: Ubiquitous Language Learning and an Examination of the Mobile Learning Environment." Digital Pedagogies and the Transformation of Language Education, edited by Matthew Montebello, IGI Global, 2021, pp. 122-136. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-6745-6.ch006

APA

Sletten, M. A. (2021). Mobile-Assisted Language Learning: Ubiquitous Language Learning and an Examination of the Mobile Learning Environment. In M. Montebello (Ed.), Digital Pedagogies and the Transformation of Language Education (pp. 122-136). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-6745-6.ch006

Chicago

Sletten, Michael A. "Mobile-Assisted Language Learning: Ubiquitous Language Learning and an Examination of the Mobile Learning Environment." In Digital Pedagogies and the Transformation of Language Education, edited by Matthew Montebello, 122-136. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2021. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-6745-6.ch006

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Abstract

Learning a second language is challenging for anyone worldwide. When trying to learn a second language in a remote area of the world or under circumstances that do not allow for face-to-face learning, it becomes even more challenging. With the invention and development of mobile devices such as phones and tablets, it becomes much easier to accomplish through mobile-assisted language learning (MALL). Mobile-assisted language learning allows for a user to learn a new language using their mobile device, which is a ubiquitous form of learning. Mobile-assisted language learning is not without risk or vulnerabilities, however. It is imperative that users receive security awareness training, so they can operate their mobile phone in a secure manner. It is also critical that the mobile phones, wireless networks, learning management systems, and computer networks are also secured against various types of viruses, malware, and attacks. Without certain security measures being installed and configured on these devices and systems, the potential for security breaches present themselves.