“EXPLORING THE FUNCTION OF MOBILE-ASSISTED LANGUAGE LEARNING IN PROMOTING INDEPENDENT STUDY: EMERGING CHALLENGES AND PEDAGOGICAL PROSPECTS
This paper examines the role of Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) in fostering independent learning with a particular focus on the challenges and opportunities it presents in higher education. As mobile technologies become increasingly integrated into academic contexts, MALL provides learners with greater flexibility, personalized learning paths, and real-time access to linguistic resources (Kukulska-Hulme, Shield,2008). These features make it a powerful tool for promoting autonomy, self-paced study, and multimodal engagement. However, the use of MALL is not without obstacles, including issues of digital literacy, unequal access devices and internet connectivity, and the potential for cognitive overload (Stockwell, Hubbard,2013). Drawing on recent pedagogical studies and empirical observations, this research analyzes both the enabling factors and limitations of MALL in autonomous language learning. The study concludes by proposing a balanced approach that maximizes the pedagogical benefits of MALL while addressing its constraints through targeted training, curriculum integration, and equitable access policies.
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