Chinese EFL Learners' Attitudes Towards Smartphone-Based Reading
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چکیده
Reading through mobile phones is increasingly popularized worldwide, particularly among young adults. However, few researchers investigate EFL learners' attitudes towards smartphone-based reading. The present research conducted a questionnaire survey to explore perceptions and beliefs by integrating the reading attitude model with technology acceptance UTAUT2. One hundred ninety-two participants responded questionnaire. statistical data analysis, including t-tests analysis of variance (ANOVA), indicated that Chinese learners were generally positive in Although they did not show keen feelings about it or form habit using smartphone for reading, could perceive its usefulness ease use positively believed future Additionally, gender differences impact overall attitudes. Still, participants' interest English experiences suggest influences on their phone. Finally, implications results pedagogical practice are discussed.
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عنوان ژورنال: Theory and Practice in Language Studies
سال: 2022
ISSN: ['1799-2591', '2053-0692']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.17507/tpls.1209.17