Integrate pronunciation-focused technology such as language learning apps and mobile-assisted pronunciation training into the CLT curriculum¶

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Description¶

This strategy uses language learning apps, online platforms and mobile-assisted pronunciation training to give learners interactive, immediate feedback on pronunciation within the CLT framework. The review presents it as a practical answer to resource constraints: "The use of language learning apps and online platforms can significantly improve pronunciation by providing learners with interactive and immediate feedback." It also reports that mobile-assisted training showed positive effects on learners' pronunciation performance and attitudes.

Design Implications¶

Context¶

Requirements¶

• Access to technological tools such as apps, online platforms and mobile-assisted training

Constraints¶

• Resource constraints include insufficient access to technological tools, per the review's challenge analysis

Target Learners¶

• ESL learners in Bangladesh, secondary level

Target Learning Goals¶

• English pronunciation accuracy and intelligibility
• communicative competence in English

Related Strategies¶

• Platform Agnostic Design
• Investigate teachers' and learners' 'emic' perspectives on MALL to identify obstacles to integration

Examples¶

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Key Sources¶

• Md. Abdul Qader, Tanzin Ara Ashraf, Sirajum Monira, Muhammad Asadul Islam & Mir Rumi Mustafizur Rahman. (2024). Challenges of Pronunciation Practices in the ESL Curriculum within the CLT Framework in Bangladesh: A Systematic Review. World Journal of Education, 14(3). https://doi.org/10.5430/wje.v14n3p137