Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn)
Vol 18, No 2: May 2024

Technology's impact on language learning: Meta-analysis on variables and effectiveness

Syarief Fajaruddin (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Heri Retnawati (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Caly Setiawan (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Ezi Apino (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Janu Arlinwibowo (National Research and Innovation Agency)
Dzul Rachman (Universitas Muhammadiyah Kalimantan Timur)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 May 2024

Abstract

This study explores the correlation between technology utilization and language acquisition while analyzing the impact of moderating variables on this relation. Our meta-analysis approach analyzes data from 43 extracts out of 19 primary studies published between 2012 and 2021. Our data analysis employs a random-effect model utilizing a significance level of α = 0.05. Additionally, the authors examine four moderating variables: level of education, location of research, proficiency in language, and year of publication. Technology-based language acquisition outperforms traditional methods, indicating a significant and moderate impact on the learning process. This study enhances comprehension of the efficacy of technology in language acquisition by identifying various factors, such as the geographical location of research, methods of assessing language proficiency, and technology type employed. However, there is insufficient evidence to support the notion that educational level or sample size significantly impact technology-based language acquisition. This meta-analysis highlights the importance of considering nuanced factors when integrating technology into language learning. The findings emphasize the possibility of technology to transform methods of acquiring language and urge additional investigation into customized strategies that optimize its advantages.

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Journal Info

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EduLearn

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Humanities Education Library & Information Science Social Sciences Other

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Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) ISSN: 2089-9823, e-ISSN 2302-9277 is a multi-disciplinary, peer-refereed open-access international journal which has been established for the dissemination of state-of-the-art knowledge in the field of education, teaching, development, instruction, ...