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Since the publication of the Handbook of Research on Computer-Enhanced Language Acquisition and
Learning in 2008, information communication technology (ICT) has continued to create new learning
paths to assist language learning. While CD-ROMs, multimedia computer labs, the World Wide Web,
e-mail, and SMS still play an important part in language learning, research into the use of Web 2.0
technology (Fitzgerald, Barrass, Campbell, Hinton, Ryan, Whitelaw, Bruns, Miles, Steele, & McGinness,
2009) and Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) have become increasingly common. However,
as pointed out by Kukulska-Hulme and Shield (2008), while mobile phones, PDAs, and other handheld
devices such as iPods are frequently used devices in mobile learning, research in this area has been
geared towards creating learning content for mobile devices rather than investigating how mobile devices
can support listening and speaking activities. Therefore, research in the areas of contribution made
by Web 2.0 and mobile technology to language teaching and learning is still in their infancy.
Computer-Enhanced and Mobile-Assisted Language Learning: Emerging Issues and Trends will be
most helpful as it will provide a comprehensive coverage of successful translation of language learning
designs utilizing ICT and mobile technology in practical learning contexts. This important new followup
publication will be distributed worldwide among academic and professional institutions and will be
instrumental in providing researchers, scholars, students, and professionals access to the latest knowledge
related to research on computer-enhanced and mobile assisted language learning. Contributions to this
important publication have been received from scholars with notable research portfolios and expertise
throughout the world. |
