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Dizon, Gilbert – Language Learning & Technology, 2020
While the use of intelligent personal assistants (IPAs) has exploded in recent years, little is known about their use to promote English as a foreign language (EFL) development. Thus, this study addresses this gap in the literature by examining the in-class use of the IPA, Alexa, among second language (L2) English students to support improvements…
Descriptors: Intelligent Tutoring Systems, Educational Technology, English (Second Language), Second Language Instruction
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Dizon, Gilbert – TESOL Journal, 2017
The proliferation of smartphones has given rise to intelligent personal assistants (IPAs), software that helps users accomplish day-to-day tasks. However, little is known about IPAs in the context of second language (L2) learning. Therefore, the primary objectives of this case study were twofold: to assess the ability of Amazon's IPA, Alexa, to…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, College Students, Second Language Learning, English (Second Language)