Web 2.0 for Language Learning: Benefits and Challenges for Educators

Authors:
Tian Luo
Affiliations:
Ohio University, Athens, OH, USA
Venue:
International Journal of Computer-Assisted Language Learning and Teaching
Year:
2013

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Abstract

This literature review study explores 43 empirical research studies that report on the integration of Web 2.0 tools into language learning and evaluate the actual impact of their use. In particular, this review aims to identify the specific Web 2.0 tools integrated in the educational settings, theoretical underpinnings that are commonly used to frame the research, methodologies and data analysis techniques that scholars employ to analyze their research data, the benefits and challenges scholars spotted in their research findings, the pedagogical implications in using Web 2.0 for language learning and future research directions that scholars offer from their research.