Pedagogical Issues in Developing Mobile Assisted Language Learning Materials

This paper discusses the issues involved in developing mobile assisted language learning (MALL) materials based on the materials development process for a Leonardo da Vinci (LdV) Transfer of Innovation Project entitled Mobile Learning for Young People at Risk Groups (MLARG). The materials were developed for Grade 9 and 10 students in tourism vocational high schools in Turkey to be used as supplementary self-access materials supporting English learning at school. The paper provides a detailed account of the decisions taken to develop the materials as well as the pedagogical challenges that were faced during the development process.

Anahtar Kelimeler:

Mobile assisted language learning, Materials development

Pedagogical Issues in Developing Mobile Assisted Language Learning Materials

Keywords:

Mobile assisted language learning, Materials development,

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