JOURNAL ARTICLE
Keywords: Digital age, English Language, India, Learning, Technology.
Abstract: Against the background of India's multicultural society, this paper elucidates the progressive use of digital advancement in learning the English language. This research paper focuses on the opportunities for digital technologies in English learning in India and its progress and further growth. It reveals several technological possibilities encompassing the use of additional multimedia tools in learning, the generation/development of mobile applications for learners in urban and rural areas, their ability to choose according to their needs, and the provision of easy access to learning. The paper also highlights specific concerns in the Indian context of studying, namely the urgent need to address the digital access divide, lack of physical facilities, and socio-economic factors that limit people’s ability to apply technology for learning. This paper further outlines the emergence of transformative trends that are reshaping the landscape of English language education in India. These trends include the integration of Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality in language learning and teaching. The study provides a comprehensive understanding of the digital technologies that are revolutionising the acquisition of English in India, drawing on a systematic analysis of existing literature. The research findings underscore the critical challenges and issues that must be addressed to fully leverage the potential of digital transformation in enhancing English learning nationwide.
Article Info: Received: 04 Oct 2024, Received in revised form: 01 Nov 2024, Accepted: 07 Nov 2024, Available online: 14 Nov 2024
DOI: 10.22161/ijtle.3.6.3
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