Utilizing mobile-learning and CAP(E) lesson framework in improving the productive skills of learners in a hybrid environment

Abstract

PurposeResearch advocates for the use of good teaching practices and approaches while integrating technology in digitally enhanced learning. This is on the premise that previous studies on mobile learning have neglected this aspect of technology integration resulting in numerous challenges. Moreover, there is evidence in the literature showing a scarcity of studies on the use of mobile learning in teaching productive skills. On the other hand, linguists recommend the use of responsive lesson design frameworks in language teaching, claiming effectiveness in teaching all language skills. However, responsive lesson design frameworks are yet to be implemented in a classroom setting. To bridge these gaps in scientific literature, our study decides to utilize the CAPE framework as a good teaching method for improving the productive skills of students in mobile-based instruction.Design/methodology/approachThis study utilizes a mixed-methods research design with an experimental approach. Post-tests and interviews were employed to elicit information from the student-participants on the objective of the study.FindingsFollowing the analysis of the collected data, notable findings were obtained. While there was evidence to show that the students perceived m-learning as boring and ineffective when incorporated with a traditional lesson framework, our study unveiled that students showed a different perception when incorporated with the CAPE framework.Practical implicationsOur study unveils that integrating responsive lesson frameworks with m-learning improves the speaking and writing skills of students.Originality/valueThis study provides empirical evidence to show the role of good teaching practices like integrating responsive LDFs and mobile learning in improving the productive skills of students. This study is the first to investigate the integration of CAPE and mobile learning in enhancing expressive skills.

Incorporating mobile learning and the CAP(E) framework in improving the receptive skills of students

“…Similarly, from students' opinions, this study found that although their listening skills were not improved, lessons planned by integrating the CAPE framework in a mobile learning model were perceived as enjoyable. This result is in tandem with some authors' opinions that using mobile learning and good teaching practices may produce positive learning outcomes (Ironsi and Bensen Bostancı, 2023; Romero Rodríguez et al. , 2021).…”

“…However, given these varying positions concerning implementing technology in the classroom, some novel studies insist that incorporating good teaching practices, strategies and frameworks may assist in improving the learning outcomes in a technology-based instructional delivery (Romero-Rodr ıguez et al, 2020a). Moreover, some indications are that applying good teaching practices, strategies and frameworks could lead to positive learning outcomes (Ironsi and Bensen Bostancı, 2023), which could help improve technology acceptance among students/teachers, thereby enhancing perception concerning technology-based learning and mobile learning, specifically.…”

“…, 2020a). Moreover, some indications are that applying good teaching practices, strategies and frameworks could lead to positive learning outcomes (Ironsi and Bensen Bostancı, 2023), which could help improve technology acceptance among students/teachers, thereby enhancing perception concerning technology-based learning and mobile learning, specifically.…”

“…Relying on the above suppositions of the proponents may not be sufficient to implement this in the classroom. Nonetheless, while a recent study investigated the use of the CAPE framework and mobile learning in improving LHT 42,2 students' productive skills (Ironsi and Bensen Bostancı, 2023), information concerning the role of mobile learning and the CAPE framework in improving receptive skills needs to be included in scholarly literature. Objectively, one thing is sure concerning the above studies; first, they present clues that implementing mobile learning may produce positive learning outcomes (Liu, 2022;Wang, 2022;Sung and Chiu, 2022).…”

Analyzing the Network Evaluation Model in Mobile Learning Environment to Monitor Different Capabilities of Students

“…Mobile learning alleviates the mental strain placed on pupils by lowering the quantity of content that must be taught to them in a particular period. Mobile learning is advantageous for its practicality, adaptability, and versatility in the context of contextual education [3,4].…”