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Type :article
Subject :L Education (General)
ISSN :2313-626X
Main Author :Kumar, Muniisvaran
Additional Authors :Selistus, Franklin Thambi Jose
Ponniah, Kartheges
Title :A study on utilizing SPALT technology in the classroom
Place of Production :Tanjung Malim
Publisher :Fakulti Bahasa dan Komunikasi
Year of Publication :2023
Notes :International Journal of Advanced and Applied Sciences
Corporate Name :Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
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Abstract : Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
The objectives of this study are to identify the use of smartphone-assisted language teaching in the classroom and to explore its importance and advantages. Computers, mobile phones, etc. are introduced in the classroom and various studies are being carried out in this area. When compared to such studies, the present study focuses on the use of smartphones in language teaching and also explores its importance. For the present study, data were collected from higher-educational institutions to identify the use of smartphones in classrooms using a structured questionnaire. 100 respondents participated. The findings of the study reveal that smartphone usage was found in classrooms and was useful for students. 2022 The Authors.

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