Validating a computer-assisted language learning attitude instrument used in Iranian EFL context: an evidence-based approach

Aryadoust, Vahid; Mehran, Parisa; Alizadeh, Mehrasa

doi:10.1080/09588221.2014.1000931

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“…The advantage of this framework is that research findings can be organized into a "cohesive treatment" for validation of a psychometric instrument (Aryadoust, 2013, p. 12). In greater detail, this framework consists of inferences made from the data, the evidence supporting these inferences, any assumptions being made, and the justifications for these assumptions (Aryadoust, Mehran, & Alizadeh, 2014). Hence, for the purpose of this study, we assert:…”

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confidence: 98%

“…This resulted in an initial pool of 100 English language items, which was reduced after ambiguous/imprecise items were removed (see Aryadoust et al, 2014, for more details of such a process). This refined item pool was then submitted to a panel of five experts -two with PhD in applied linguistics or educational/instructional technology and three PhD candidates in applied linguistics or English.…”

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Validity of the Persian Blog Attitude Questionnaire: An Evidence-Based Approach

Aryadoust

Shahsavar

2016

J. Mod. App. Stat. Meth.

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Validity evidence is provided for a Persian blog attitude questionnaire (P-BAQ). P-BAQ was administered to 565 Iranians and factor analysis and rating scale model identified affective, behavioral, and perseverance, and confidence dimensions underlying the data. P-BAQ's validity argument was supported by the theoretical and psychometric evidence, although adding a few items to the instrument would improve its construct representativeness.

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Validity of the Persian Blog Attitude Questionnaire: An Evidence-Based Approach

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Shahsavar

2016

J. Mod. App. Stat. Meth.

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“…A five-part questionnaire was used to explore learners' attitudes toward CALL. The first three parts were developed by Aryadoust, Mehran, and Alizadeh (2015). The last part of the questionnaire was designed by Lee (2010) and translated into Persian (back-translation was done to verify the accuracy of the items).…”

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Integrating CALL into an Iranian EAP course: constraints and affordances

Mehran

Alizadeh

2015

Critical CALL – Proceedings of the 2015 EUROCALL Conference, Padova, Italy

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Iranian universities have recently displayed a growing interest in integrating Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) into teaching/learning English. The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) context, however, is not keeping pace with the current changes since EAP courses are strictly text-based and exam-oriented, and little research has thus far been conducted on using computers in EAP classes. Hence, this study was conducted to explore CALL experiences of an EAP class in an Iranian university while focusing upon the participants' attitudes toward CALL, the constraints and affordances of CALL integration in EAP, and its effectiveness in enhancing language skills "in a low-resource setting". To this aim, 25 undergraduate students, their instructor, and a teaching assistant participated in this study. Several instruments were employed to collect data quantitatively and qualitatively. The outcomes of these e-experiences were also analyzed. The findings revealed that the participants generally held positive attitudes toward implementing CALL. They also believed that incorporating CALL into the classroom contributed to the improvement of English language skills. Yet, some challenges emerged in terms of the following barriers in using CALL within EAP courses: infrastructural, institutional, technological, pedagogical, psychological/personal, and sociocultural/ political. Finally, several potential solutions were suggested to ameliorate the opportunities and minimize the costs of CALL in the Iranian context. ISBN13: 978-1-908416-28-5 (Paperback -Print on demand, black and white) Print on demand technology is a high-quality, innovative and ecological printing method; with which the book is never 'out of stock' or 'out of print'. ISBN13: 978-1-908416-29-2 (Ebook, PDF, colour) ISBN13: 978-1-908416-30-8 (Ebook, EPUB, colour) Legal deposit, Ireland:

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“…Aryadoust, Mehran, and Alizadeh (2015) validated CALLAI (CALL attitude instrument). The structure of the questionnaire was grounded on affective, behavioral, and language skills components.…”

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The Perception of EFL High School Students in Using of Computer Technology in the Process of Learning: Merits and Demerits

2016

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Recent developments in the field of computer technology have led to a renewed interest in the process of learning. In order to investigate EFL learners' perception of technology use, a mixed method design was used to explore students' attitude. Quantitative data was collected through questionnaires and qualitative data using open-ended questions.The questionnaire was distributed in two different high schools (one male and one female) in Zanjan, 2015. Participants were 340 high school students who filled in CALLAI questionnaire. The data of the questionnaire was analysed using Statistical Packages for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 20. Descriptive statistics including frequencies and percentages were used to analyze questionnaire items.Data gathered from open-ended questions was analysed using qualitative data analysis software NVivo 8.0. It was found that students had positive attitude toward facilitation of English learning in the classroom through computer technology. Our objective was to explore students' perceptions of technology usage in high schools .The implication of this study was that students, with prior experience in technology, might benefit more from technology use in education. Furthermore, it could be guidance for teachers to better understand world of technology and recognize possible barriers to integration of technology.

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Validating a computer-assisted language learning attitude instrument used in Iranian EFL context: an evidence-based approach

Cited by 29 publications

References 49 publications

Validity of the Persian Blog Attitude Questionnaire: An Evidence-Based Approach

Validity of the Persian Blog Attitude Questionnaire: An Evidence-Based Approach

Integrating CALL into an Iranian EAP course: constraints and affordances

The Perception of EFL High School Students in Using of Computer Technology in the Process of Learning: Merits and Demerits

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