Author: Al-Shehri, Saleh

Source: International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation, Volume 5, Numbers 3-4, February 2011 , pp. 345-359(15)

Publisher: Inderscience Publishers

Abstract:

Most EFL (English as a Foreign Language) contexts have been characterised as traditional teacher-directed language learning setting. This indicates the need for a practical incorporation of more student-centred approaches. Mobile social networking is relatively new to the fields of study investigating different student-centred practices. This study investigated the potential of mobile social networking in maintaining an effective learning environment and in creating meaningful learning opportunities that cater for students' needs and promote student-centeredness and collaborative learning. The study concluded that mobile social networking played a major transformational role and enhanced the shift from a traditional teacher-directed EFL instruction to a more collaborative, enjoyable, and above all, student-centred instruction.

Keywords: COMPUTING AND MATHEMATICS; Communications and Mobile Technology; EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND LEARNING; Learning and Human Resources Development

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1504/IJMLO.2011.045322

Affiliations: 1: School of Education, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia

Publication date: 2011-02-01

More about this publication?

• As mobile devices are gradually converging into Individual Information Centres, mobile learning becomes a viable learning channel that would fit the living style of today. International Journal of Mobile Learning Organisation is a refereed, multidisciplinary journal for bridging the latest advances in mobile learning and organisation. It provides a global forum for presenting authoritative references, academically rigorous research and case studies. The journal publishes well-written and academically validated manuscripts in both theoretical development and applied research.
• Information for Authors
• Submit a Paper
• Subscribe to this Title
• Terms & Conditions
• Newsletter
• Blog
• ingentaconnect is not responsible for the content or availability of external websites

Related content

• In this: publication
• By this: publisher
• In this Subject: Technology ,  Education
• By this author: Al-Shehri, Saleh

Website © Publishing Technology. Article copyright remains with the publisher, society or author(s) as specified within the article.

• Terms and conditions
• Privacy policy
• Information for advertisers