Learning vocabulary in a foreign language: A computer software based model attempt (original) (raw)
2015, Journal of Language and Linguistic Studies
This study aimed at devising a vocabulary learning software that would help learners learn and retain vocabulary items effectively. Foundation linguistics and learning theories have been adapted to the foreign language vocabulary learning context using a computer software named Parole that was designed exclusively for this study. Experimental design with control and experimental groups which were formed of English learners at a university program was used and quantitative and qualitative data collection methods were employed. Quantitative data collection instruments were the pre-test, the computer software- Parole, the immediate post-test and the delayed post-test. Both of the post tests were the reimplementation of the pre-test at two different times. The qualitative data collection instruments were the semi-structured interviews done with students after the implementation of the study. The proposed model was successfully implemented and results of the quantitative statistical anal...
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