Impact of family support on the willingness and persistence of mobile assisted language learning: A multi-informant research incorporating teachers’ perspectives
In the digital age, English language learning supported by mobile devices is becoming common. This research explores the impact of family support on student engagement and persistence in context of Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL). We used a multi-informant approach in a high school in China...
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| Language: | English |
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International Forum of Educational Technology & Society
2025-07-01
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| Series: | Educational Technology & Society |
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| Online Access: | https://www.j-ets.net/collection/published-issues/28_3#h.pjy4mwhlg1hn |
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| Summary: | In the digital age, English language learning supported by mobile devices is becoming common. This research explores the impact of family support on student engagement and persistence in context of Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL). We used a multi-informant approach in a high school in China, including surveys, interviews, and modeling of 117 students, their parents, and teachers. It found significant differences in the perception of family support among students, parents, and teachers. Specifically, parents often overestimate the support they provide, students may underestimate the support they receive. It is worth noting that teacher evaluation, as a third-party perspective, surpasses parental and students’ evaluation in terms of modeling willingness and participation. Results revealed that family support has a significant impact on the willingness and persistence of MALL among students, especially parental engagement. This study emphasizes the complexity of family support in MALL and the necessity of integrating different perspectives to obtain a comprehensive understanding. The results are significant for educational research and practice, indicating that teacher insights are valuable in strengthening MALL projects and supporting effective language acquisition. |
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| ISSN: | 1176-3647 1436-4522 |