International Journal of Research Studies in Language Learning
CollabWritive Special Issue
2024 Volume 10 Issue 2
Available Online: 15 June 2024
Author/s:
Ling, Shuangying
Graduate School, Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas, Philippines (364926883@qq.com)
Abstract:
English speaking plays an important role in EFL learning in Chinese higher vocational colleges. It is found that mobile-assisted language learning (MALL), interdisciplinary competences and second language (L2) speaking strategies have an impact on English speaking. The study explored Chinese higher vocational college students’ MALL, interdisciplinary competences and L2 speaking strategies using descriptive research. Online surveys were conducted among 443 students involving all the three grades from Chinese higher vocational colleges, among which 405 responses were qualified for the collection of result. The findings showed that Chinese higher vocational college students have a positive attitude towards MALL, interdisciplinary competences and L2 speaking strategies. There is a highly significant correlation among the respondents’ MALL, interdisciplinary competences and L2 speaking strategies. The results have led to a language learning program to enhance the EFL learning and teaching. Chinese higher vocational colleges may consider offering more free online resources to students and English teachers, allow the application of mobile phones, IPADS or computers in English classes, create a relaxed environment for MALL and enhance students’ English-speaking ability. Higher research college students in China may do surveys on their own EFL speaking ability on MALL, interdisciplinary competences, L2 speaking strategies, and make comparison between their findings and those of this research, with the purpose of exploring more effective methods to improve their English learning.
Keywords: mobile-assisted language learning (MALL), interdisciplinary competences, L2 speaking strategies, higher vocational college, students
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsll.2024.021
Cite this article:
Ling, S. (2024). Mobile-assisted language learning (MALL), interdisciplinary competences and L2 speaking strategies among Chinese higher vocational college students. International Journal of Research Studies in Language Learning, 10(2), 137-145. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsll.2024.021