Review of Public Administration and Management

Abstract

Exploiting Smartphones and Apps for Language Learning: A Case Study with The EFL Learners in a Bangladeshi University

Mozaffor Hossain

Learning English Language with the aids of applications (apps) on smartphones is now quite on the vogue among the EFL learners at the tertiary level of Bangladesh. Smartphones and apps making institutions are always coming up with innovative language facilitating softwares with a view to providing the users cum learners with much easier and more sophisticated advantages. EFL learners especially at the university level of Bangladesh are making the best use of these technological amenities in and out of the classrooms. This article endeavors to manifest the outcomes of a study conducted on a number of EFL learners majority of who are found to be exploiting English language learning apps comprehensively. It attempts to present how these apps can be better effectuated for the greater benefit of the EFL learners. With regard to pedagogical interest, this study aims to offer a feasible language teaching approach to the EFL instructors as well.