Testing aspects of the usability of an online learner dictionary prototype: a product- and process-oriented study

Hamel, Marie-Josée

doi:10.1080/09588221.2011.591805

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“…Thus, a mix of methods may be in order, or perhaps a sequence of research studies (see Stickler & Shi, 2015). Another dictionary study by Hamel (2012) helps us explore this issue further.…”

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The role of qualitative approaches to research in CALL contexts: Closing in on the learner’s experience

Levy

2015

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The article considers the role of qualitative research methods in CALL through describing a series of examples. These examples are used to highlight the importance and value of qualitative data in relation to a specific research objective in CALL. The use of qualitative methods in conjunction with other approaches as in mixed method research designs are a particular focus. It is argued that qualitative methods are especially effective when used in this way. The discussion also aims to elaborate upon the role of qualitative approaches within CALL specifically, as a domain for research study with particular attributes that require a qualitative orientation. Here the use of electronic dictionaries is considered. Dictionary use is suited to such a discussion because it occurs frequently in everyday life, suggesting a qualitative approach, as well as in research studies that are strictly controlled, as in a quantitative approach. The contrast is instructive and helps demonstrate the respective strengths and limitations of each method. Also central to the discussion is the language learner. A number of the studies described emphasize the importance of listening to the students' voice in the qualitative component (e.g., Conole, 2008; Jones, 2003). It is in the unpacking of what students actually do moment-by-moment in CALL tasks and activities that best illustrate the strengths of qualitative methods in enhancing our understanding of mediated learning and thereby driving productive research agendas.

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“…Thus, a mix of methods may be in order, or perhaps a sequence of research studies (see Stickler & Shi, 2015). Another dictionary study by Hamel (2012) helps us explore this issue further.…”

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The role of qualitative approaches to research in CALL contexts: Closing in on the learner’s experience

Levy

2015

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“…Each system was originally designed to fill a particular pedagogical need and to help learners develop specific skills (Caws, 2009;Hamel and Caws, 2010;Hamel, 2012).…”

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“…Both set of data include product and process oriented quantitative and qualitative parameters (Hamel, 2012). While understanding interactions on a functional level (to measure the effort made by a user to reach a learning goal i.e.…”

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“…the efficiency of the task process), it is also critical to measure the degree of accuracy with which a user completes a task i.e. its effectiveness and overall outcome (Hamel, 2012).…”

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“…Within this educational ergonomics approach, recommendations have also been made to focus the research not solely on the design of the system but also, and most importantly, on the learner(s) and the learning task(s) (Chapelle, 2001;Colpaert, 2006;Felix, 2005). Consequently, while collecting users' data on interactions with computer-assisted language learning (CALL) tools have traditionally been used to improve systems under development, we argue here that analyzing interactions data may also be very pertinent to improving learning processes (Hamel, 2012).…”

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From analysis to training: Recycling interaction data into learning processes

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Hamel

2013

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Analysis of learner interactions with CALL systems has become an imperative aspect of CALL research, with recommendations to focus the research not solely on the design of the system but also, and most importantly, on the learner(s) and the learning task(s). Indeed, while collecting users' data is an essential step to improve the engineering of a system under development, analysing interactions data may also be very pertinent to improving learning processes. Adopting this stand, this article discusses methods used to (1) capture behaviours of learners interacting with web-based tools during specific interventions, (2) measure systems' effectiveness, and (3) recycle these data into future learning processes.Key words: CALL, interactions, design, task, ergonomy RésuméLes analyses des interactions entre apprenants et outils d'apprentissage des langues assisté par ordinateur (ALAO) sont désormais un domaine de recherche prometteur. Plusieurs recherches recommandent de mettre plus explicitement l'accent sur l'apprenant et sur les tâches plutôt que de se consacrer uniquement sur le design de systèmes d'apprentissage. Il est clair que si l'analyse des interactions entre usagers et outils est né-cessaire pour le bon développement de ces outils, les données recueillies peuvent aussi contribuer à l'amélioration des (connaissances sur le) processus d'apprentissage. S'inspirant d'une perspective ergonomique en didactique, cet article tente de décrire les méthodes utilisées pour (1) saisir les comportements d'apprenants en pleine interaction avec des outils ALAO, (2) mesurer l'efficacité de ces outils et (3) recycler ces données en processus d'apprentissage.

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2014

The Encyclopedia of Applied Linguistics

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Screen capture, or “screencasting,” refers to a method of data collection in applied linguistics research. The researcher uses a stand‐alone camera or digital software to make video recordings of users' on‐screen activity. Screen capture results in a recording consisting of a series of frames that document moment‐by‐moment on‐screen phenomena used to investigate real‐time computer‐based processes. Screen capture is an important instrument to conduct qualitative research in computer‐assisted or ‐mediated language learning and other online communication investigated by applied linguists.

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Testing aspects of the usability of an online learner dictionary prototype: a product- and process-oriented study

Cited by 28 publications

References 23 publications

The role of qualitative approaches to research in CALL contexts: Closing in on the learner’s experience

The role of qualitative approaches to research in CALL contexts: Closing in on the learner’s experience

From analysis to training: Recycling interaction data into learning processes

Process Research Screen Capture

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