Problems and prospects of technology-assisted language learning among undergraduate students in selected Bangladeshi universities
Problems and prospects of technology-assisted language learning among undergraduate students in selected Bangladeshi universities

Summary/Abstract: The integration of technology-assisted language learning (TALL) in English education has become a crucial topic of discussion within Bangladesh’s expanding higher education sector. This paper aims to explore the multifaceted challenges, potential benefits, and promising pathways for Bangladeshi undergraduate students engaging in technology-facilitated language learning. By examining the current educational environment and infrastructure, the study highlights a comprehensive view of the interaction between English language learning and the use of technology, identifying key obstacles and potential advantages. Simultaneously, it highlights the various technologies utilized by students, the challenges they encounter, and the impact of these technologies on their language learning experience. The study utilized a mixed-method approach, integrating both qualitative and quantitative techniques. A total of 100 undergraduate students from 16 public and private universities in Bangladesh took part in a semi-structured survey. The findings reveal that students heavily depend on technology for language learning but face significant personal and institutional challenges like inadequate teachers’ training and infrastructure, interrupted electricity, and internet issues. Despite limited institutional support, many students independently access advanced technologies for language learning. In addition, the study finds a strong interest in TALL among learners, addressing the need for better logistical support to maximize TALL benefits and overcome barriers.

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