The effectiveness of Duolingo in developing receptive and productive language knowledge and proficiency
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2024-09-23
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University of Hawaii National Foreign Language Resource Center
Center for Language & Technology
Center for Language & Technology
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28
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26
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This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of Duolingo's Spanish course for English speakers over a three-month period for independent learners (n=48). We examined learning outcomes in general proficiency, reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. We also explored the relationship between learner usage, experience factors, and self-reported experiences using the app. After about 27 hours of study, participants significantly improved in all receptive and productive ability measures, supporting the notion that language learning apps can enhance a range of language skills. Session completion, accuracy rate, and positive user experience were linked to this observed growth.
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Duolingo, Language Learning Apps, Receptive and Productive Skills, Language Proficiency
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Smith, B., Jiang, X., & Peters, R. (2024). The effectiveness of Duolingo in developing receptive and productive language knowledge and proficiency. Language Learning & Technology, 28(1), 1–26. https://hdl.handle.net/10125/73595
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