The Extent of Mobile Application Usage for Spoken English Among Arts and Science Students

Abstract

This study investigates the prevalence and patterns of mobile application usage for spoken English learning among arts and science students. This study investigates the extent to which mobile applications are utilized by spoken English students for learning purposes. With the proliferation of smartphones and the increasing importance of English proficiency in various academic and professional domains, understanding the dynamics of mobile application utilization for language learning becomes imperative. Through a mixed-methods approach involving surveys and interviews, this research aims to elucidate the extent to which arts and science students engage with mobile applications for improving their spoken English skills. Additionally, the study seeks to identify the preferred types of applications, frequency of usage, perceived benefits, and challenges encountered during their usage. The findings of this research endeavor to provide insights into the effectiveness of mobile applications as supplementary tools for spoken English acquisition among arts and science students, contributing to the discourse on language learning pedagogy in the digital age. The investigator has followed random sampling method for the present study. The investigator has collected a sample of 100 arts and science students studying in Madurai. The findings suggest a significant reliance on mobile applications for spoken English, with factors such as convenience, accessibility, and interactivity playing crucial roles in driving their adoption